Queue at Leușeni — Albița (cargo transport)
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As of 20:38 the wait at Leușeni is 67 min. 1 vehicles are in the queue. Roughly 50 min to 83 min.
Updated (local time, UTC+2)Forecast for next 6 hours
Forecast is based on historical data and current trends. Day of week, time of day, and seasonality are taken into account.
Tue · 27.10.2026
LIVE1 truck (~1 h 7 min)As usual
As of 20:38 there are 1 truck in the queue, estimated wait ~1 h 7 min; usually at this hour: 1 truck (as usual).
Now1 truck~1 h 7 minRecommended times
21:001 truck~1 h 7 minPeak load
22:001 truck~2 h 12 minRecommended times
23:001 truck~2 h 12 minRecommended times
00:001 truck~2 h 12 min
01:001 truck~2 h 12 min
02:001 truck~2 h 12 min
Peak load hours — Better to avoid: 07:00, 08:00, 10:00. Best crossing times — Recommended times: 21:00, 22:00, 23:00.
ActualNowPredicted 1Trucks
Today (Tue · 27.10.2026): Peak load 21:00 — 1 truck (~1 h 7 min), Shortest queue 21:00 — 1 truck (~1 h 7 min) · Next hours: 21:00 — 1, 22:00 — 1, 23:00 — 1, 00:00 — 1, 01:00 — 1, 02:00 — 1
Queue Forecast Smart Forecast
Forecast for Leușeni (trucks) — updated at 20:00, covering through tomorrow noon.
• Tonight (21:00–06:00): ~120 min, light traffic.
• Tomorrow morning (06:00–12:00): ~5 h 30 min, busy.
Best time to cross: Tonight (21:00–06:00).
Next update: today at 22:00.
• Tonight (21:00–06:00): ~120 min, light traffic.
• Tomorrow morning (06:00–12:00): ~5 h 30 min, busy.
Best time to cross: Tonight (21:00–06:00).
Next update: today at 22:00.
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Estimated from historical patterns for this crossing. Actual queues vary.
When is the best time to cross at Leușeni — Trucks, MD → RO
Typical load by day of week and hour — averages from the last 60 days of real observations
Best time
Monday, 07:00–10:00
~1 trucks
Heaviest load
Tuesday, 14:00–16:00
~4 trucks
Quietest day
Sunday
on average 2 trucks
Busiest day
Thursday
on average 2 trucks
Typical load by hour
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Weekdays (Mon–Fri): median 2 trucks · weekend: 2 trucks
Weekly picture: days × hours
| on average | 00:00 | 01:00 | 02:00 | 03:00 | 04:00 | 05:00 | 06:00 | 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | 20:00 | 21:00 | 22:00 | 23:00 |
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| Monday | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 |
| Tuesday | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | 2 | — | — | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 | — | 1 | — |
| Wednesday | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | — |
| Thursday | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 4 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | — |
| Friday | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Saturday | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Sunday | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4 | — | — | — | — |
Key takeaways
- The quietest day is Sunday: on average 2 trucks in the queue.
- The busiest day is Thursday: on average 2 trucks in the queue.
- The lightest traffic is usually on Monday between 07:00 and 10:00.
- Peak load is on Tuesday between 14:00 and 16:00 (up to 4 trucks).
Calculated from 801 real measurements over the last 60 days.
Which day has the shortest queue at the Leușeni (Trucks, MD → RO) border crossing?
Based on the last 60 days of statistics, the quietest day is Sunday (2 trucks on average). The heaviest load is on Thursday.
What time of day is best to cross the border at Leușeni (Trucks, MD → RO)?
Queues are usually shortest on Monday between 07:00 and 10:00. The worst time is Tuesday between 14:00 and 16:00.
Data updated: 27.10.2026 · Analysis period: last 60 days · Europe/Chisinau
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Detailed statistics for today and yesterday · Peak Hours · Data Comparison
Detailed statistics for today and yesterday
Border Queue Analysis at the Leușeni - cargo transport checkpoint for Yesterday
During the period 26.10.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Leușeni - cargo transport checkpoint, the following key moments were recorded:
Morning hours (06:00 - 12:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 1 to 2 trucks. The lowest point was observed at 07:00 26.10.2026 — 1 truck. The highest point was recorded at 08:00 26.10.2026 — 2 trucks.
Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 1 to 3 trucks. The lowest point was observed at 12:00 26.10.2026 — 1 truck. The highest point was recorded at 13:00 26.10.2026 — 3 trucks.
Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 1 to 1 truck. The lowest point was observed at 18:00 26.10.2026 — 1 truck. The highest point was recorded at 18:00 26.10.2026 — 1 truck.
Night hours (00:00 - 06:00):
No data for Night hours (00:00 - 06:00).
Chart for Yesterday and the Day Before
Recommendations
To avoid long queues at the Leușeni - cargo transport checkpoint, it is recommended to plan your border crossing during the least busy hours. According to the data from the past day, the lowest number of vehicles was observed between 7:00 and 9:00 hours. This is the ideal time to cross the border, saving time and avoiding delays.
Plan your trips in advance using up-to-date border queue information at the Leușeni - cargo transport checkpoint to make your crossing fast and convenient. Pay special attention to these hours to avoid peak times and reduce waiting times.
Data Comparison
Data Comparison
Our Data vs Official Source
Our Data
1h 7min
(1 cars)
Official Data
72h
(200 cars)
Difference: -70h 53min
Peak Hours
Travel Planning Leușeni By freight transport
Best days:
Friday, Sunday (2 trucks,
~2.9-3.9 hrs).
Avoid:
Monday (2 trucks).
Queue comparison by day of week
| Day | Trucks | Load | Wait time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🔴 Mon | 2 | 100% | ~2.9-3.9 hrs |
| 🔴 Tue | 2 | 100% | ~2.9-3.9 hrs |
| 🔴 Wed | 2 | 100% | ~2.9-3.9 hrs |
| 🔴 Thu | 2 | 100% | ~2.9-3.9 hrs |
| 🔴 Fri | 2 | 100% | ~2.9-3.9 hrs |
| 🔴 Sat | 2 | 100% | ~2.9-3.9 hrs |
| 🔴 Sun | 2 | 100% | ~2.9-3.9 hrs |
Peak time: Tuesday 10:00 - 12:00 and 14:00 - 16:00.
Average wait time on Sunday: from 67 up to 607 min..
Based on the data, the best time to cross the border is Sunday or Friday, when the queue is shortest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which day is best to cross Leușeni by truck?
Sunday or Friday — shortest queue (2 trucks, ~2.9-3.9 hrs waiting).
When to avoid crossing at Leușeni?
Monday — peak load (2 trucks).
What is the average queue wait time?
Depends on the day: 2-4 hrs (every day).
How did you like this checkpoint?
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Best Time to Cross Leușeni today
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Current Data
As of 20:38, at Leușeni checkpoint there are 1 cargo transport waiting.
Does the EES system work at Leușeni border crossing?
EES Inactive
Currently, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is not active at Leușeni 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.
Information provided for trip planning only. Actual conditions may differ. Always check the latest data before departure.
Live Cameras
Live Webcam Leușeni in real time
In online mode using a webcam at the border you can view queues at the checkpoint Leușeni.
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Required Documents · green card · vehicle requirements · customs · vignette
Required Documents
Green Card Insurance: Activation Time
CRITICAL: Green Card Activation Timing
Green Card is mandatory vehicle insurance for all cars. Important to know:
When does it become active?
Insurance purchased TODAY will only become active TOMORROW at 00:00.
Insurance purchased TODAY will only become active TOMORROW at 00:00.
This rule applies to all types of purchase:
- Online purchase (active tomorrow)
- Insurance company office (active tomorrow)
- Kiosk near the border (active tomorrow)
What to do?
- Buy Green Card 1-2 days before your trip online
- Use your existing policy (if not expired)
- NOT recommended: buying at border kiosk (too late)
This is not a technical error — it's an EU insurance law.
Plan one day ahead! Without valid Green Card you cannot cross the border.
Plan one day ahead! Without valid Green Card you cannot cross the border.
For trucks (TIR)
To cross the border at Krakovets-Korchova with a truck, you need:
Driver's documents:
- Passport
- Driving license of the appropriate category
- Registration in the "eCherha" system
Cargo documents:
- Bill of lading (CMR)
- Customs declarations and other documents depending on the type of transport
Licensing:
- License for international transport in paper form with a QR code
Customs Rules: What You Can Transport
ALLOWED (with limits)
Alcohol (for adults 18+)
- Up to 1 liter of spirits (40%+)
- Up to 2 liters of wine
- Up to 4 liters of beer
- Or proportional combination
Example: 0.5L vodka + 1L wine = within limits
Tobacco products (for adults 18+)
- 200 cigarettes
- 100 cigarillos
- 50 cigars
- 250g tobacco
Package must be sealed!
Food products
- Dairy products: up to 2 kg (cheese OK)
- Meat/fish: up to 2 kg (canned OK, RAW NOT allowed)
- Fruits/vegetables: up to 2 kg
- Honey, jam: no limits
Meat from non-EU countries is PROHIBITED!
Cash
- Up to €10,000 — NO declaration needed
- Over €10,000 — MUST declare
Personal belongings
- Clothing, shoes (reasonable amount)
- Cosmetics (for personal use)
- Electronics (one laptop, one phone)
- Medicine (with prescription)
PROHIBITED
Weapons & Ammunition
- ANY weapon (even non-functional)
- Ammunition
- Knives with blade >12 cm
Drugs
- ALL recreational drugs — STRICTLY PROHIBITED
- Prescription medicine — only with prescription
Cultural valuables
- Archaeological artifacts (without permits)
- Paintings, icons from old churches
Animal products (without certificates)
- RAW meat
- Unpasteurized milk
- Eggs
If in doubt — declare it! Better to declare than to hide.
Highway Vignette
Highway Vignette: Romania
Electronic vignette required for highway travel
from
22 RON
/ 1 day
Facilities
Checkpoint Characteristics and Equipment Leușeni
Transport Type: road crossing
Working Hours: 24/7
Amenities:
Mother and Child Room: Information not available;
Toilets: Information not available;
Food Facilities: Information not available;
Duty Free Shops: Information not available;
Mobile Communication: Information not available (contact mobile operators for details);
Wi-Fi Access: Information not available;
Bank Branch and/or Payment Terminal: Information not available;
Border Crossing with Pets: Information not available;
Checkpoint Control Types:
Phytosanitary: Information not available
Veterinary: Information not available
Ecological: Information not available
Sanitary: Information not available
Cultural Heritage Control: Information not available
International Road Transport Control: Information not available
Total number of lanes: Moldova: Information not available
Total number of lanes: Romania: Information not available
Information about operating hours and services may be inaccurate.
Contacts & Map
Contacts and address of checkpoint Leușeni
Address: Moldova, Border Crossing Leușeni
GPS Coordinates: 46.794395, 28.161986 Show on map
How to get there
Leușeni border crossing is located on the border between Moldova and Romania.
Nearest checkpoints
- Leova – 35 km
- Ungheni – 53.5 km
- Sculeni (Moldova) – 71.5 km
- Sculeni (Moldova) – 71.7 km
- Cahul – 97.7 km
News
Emergency Contacts & Support
Moldova Emergency Services
Romania Emergency Services
Roadside Assistance
Roadside Assistance
Always carry your passport and vehicle documents!
If the queue is long: a quick check before you join it
- Fuel: fill up before the border — the engine runs for hours in the queue and the first station across may be 20–30 km away (fuel prices nearby).
- Water and food for 4–6 hours, a bag for rubbish.
- Power bank and cable — you need the phone for eCherha, navigation and reporting the queue.
- Some cash in the currency of the country you are entering — not every kiosk or station near the border takes cards.
- Documents in one place: passport, vehicle registration, insurance, Green Card (full list).
- Toilets, cafés, currency exchange — services near the crossing.
At a glance
- As of 20:38 the wait at Leușeni is 67 min. 1 vehicles are in the queue. Roughly 50 min to 83 min.
- Over the last 60 days the quietest day is Sunday, the quietest window is 00:00–02:00.