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How long does it take to cross the border at Ruse?
According to user reports, the full border crossing time is ≈ 90 min (~1 hour 30 minutes)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 66 days ago
How long is the wait in the border queue at Ruse?
The queue wait time before the border ≈ 90 min (~1 hour 30 minutes)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 33 days ago
Does the EES system work at Ruse border crossing?
EES Inactive
Currently, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is not active at Ruse border crossing.
EES is a new EU automated system being gradually implemented at Schengen Area borders. Once activated, the system will record the date, time and place of border crossing, as well as travelers' biometric data.
Electronic vignette required for highway travel
Best days:
Monday-Tuesday (7 cars,
~1.2-2.2 hrs).
Avoid:
Tuesday (10 cars).
| Day | Cars | Load | Wait time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🟡 Mon | 7 | 70% | ~1.2-2.2 hrs |
| 🔴 Tue | 10 | 100% | ~1.7-2.7 hrs |
Based on the data, the best time to cross the border is Monday or Tuesday, when the queue is shortest.
Which day is best to cross Ruse by car?
Monday or Tuesday — shortest queue (7 cars, ~1.2-2.2 hrs waiting).
When to avoid crossing at Ruse?
Tuesday — peak load (10 cars).
What is the average queue wait time?
Depends on the day: 1-3 hrs (Mon, Tue).
No cameras available at this checkpoint
To ensure a quick inspection at the Krakovets-Korchova border crossing point in a passenger car, make sure you have the necessary set of documents.
Before crossing the border, check that EVERYTHING works:
ALLOWED (with limits)
Example: 0.5L vodka + 1L wine = within limits
Package must be sealed!
Meat from non-EU countries is PROHIBITED!
PROHIBITED
Transport Type: automobile
Total number of lanes: Bulgaria: Data not found
Total number of lanes: Romania: Data not found
Address: Bulgaria, Border Crossing Ruse
GPS Coordinates: 43.8356, 25.9519 Show on map
Ruse border crossing is located on the border between Bulgaria and Romania.
