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Queue at Budomezh — Hrushiv (cargo transport (up to 7.5 tons))

cargo transport (up to 7.5 tons)
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As of 07:05 the wait at Budomezh is ≈4 hr 15 min. 2 vehicles are in the queue. Roughly 3 hr 39 min to 4 hr 51 min.

Updated (local time, UTC+2)
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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.

Sat · 24.10.2026

Actual 07:052 trucks (up to 7.5 tons) (~4 h 15 min)
Forecast for next 6 hoursToday (Sat · 24.10.2026): Peak load 11:00 — 1 truck (up to 7.5 tons) (~4 h 15 min), Shortest queue 15:00 — 0 trucks (up to 7.5 tons) (~39 min) · Next hours: 11:00 — 1, 12:00 — 1, 13:00 — 1, 14:00 — 0, 15:00 — 0, 16:00 — 021:00 — 2 trucks (up to 7.5 tons) · ActualNow11:00 — 1 truck (up to 7.5 tons) · Wait time ~4 h 15 min11112:00 — 1 truck (up to 7.5 tons) · Wait time ~1 h 27 min11213:00 — 1 truck (up to 7.5 tons) · Wait time ~1 h 15 min11314:00 — 0 trucks (up to 7.5 tons) · Wait time ~51 min01415:00 — 0 trucks (up to 7.5 tons) · Wait time ~39 min01516:00 — 0 trucks (up to 7.5 tons) · Wait time ~39 min016
Now2 trucks (up to 7.5 tons)Better to avoid
11:001 truck (up to 7.5 tons)~4 h 15 minPeak load
12:001 truck (up to 7.5 tons)~1 h 27 min
13:001 truck (up to 7.5 tons)~1 h 15 min
14:000 trucks (up to 7.5 tons)~51 minRecommended times
15:000 trucks (up to 7.5 tons)~39 minShortest queue
16:000 trucks (up to 7.5 tons)~39 minRecommended times

Peak load hours — Better to avoid: 21:00, 22:00, 23:00. Best crossing times — Recommended times: 14:00, 15:00, 16:00.

ActualTrucks (up to 7.5 tons)

Today (Sat · 24.10.2026): Peak load 11:00 — 1 truck (up to 7.5 tons) (~4 h 15 min), Shortest queue 15:00 — 0 trucks (up to 7.5 tons) (~39 min) · Next hours: 11:00 — 1, 12:00 — 1, 13:00 — 1, 14:00 — 0, 15:00 — 0, 16:00 — 0

Queue Forecast Smart Forecast

Updated:

Forecast for Budomezh (trucks) — updated at 10:00, covering the rest of today.

• This morning (10:00–12:00): ~4 h 15 min, moderate load.
• Midday today (12:00–17:00): ~60 min, light traffic (peaks at ~85 min around 16:00).
• This evening (17:00–21:00): ~135 min, moderate load.
• Late tonight (21:00–00:00): ~135 min, moderate load.

Best time to cross: Midday today (12:00–17:00).

Next update: today at 12:00.
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Estimated from historical patterns for this crossing. Actual queues vary.

When is the best time to cross at Budomezh — Trucks (up to 7.5 tons), PL → UA

Typical load by day of week and hour — averages from the last 60 days of real observations

Best time
Monday, 06:00–10:00
~0 trucks
Heaviest load
Friday, 21:00–23:00
~2 trucks
Quietest day
Monday
on average 0 trucks
Busiest day
Saturday
on average 2 trucks
Typical load by hour
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Weekdays (Mon–Fri): median 1 trucks · weekend: 1 trucks

Weekly picture: days × hours
Weekly picture: days × hours — Budomezh (Trucks (up to 7.5 tons), PL → UA) (trucks)
on average00:0001:0002:0003:0004:0005:0006:0007:0008:0009:0010:0011:0012:0013:0014:0015:0016:0017:0018:0019:0020:0021:0022:0023:00
Monday———0——0000——0——0——00111—
Tuesday——10——0000—00—01—01—221—
Wednesday———1—02011——0——1—111111—
Thursday———0—11000—010—01—1—111—
Friday——121—1211——1—021122222—
Saturday———2—12111——12—1——2—222—
Sunday——11——1—00——0——0——00000—

Key takeaways

  • The quietest day is Monday: on average 0 trucks in the queue.
  • The busiest day is Saturday: on average 2 trucks in the queue.
  • The lightest traffic is usually on Monday between 06:00 and 10:00.
  • Peak load is on Friday between 21:00 and 23:00 (up to 2 trucks).

Calculated from 746 real measurements over the last 60 days.

Which day has the shortest queue at the Budomezh (Trucks (up to 7.5 tons), PL → UA) border crossing?

Based on the last 60 days of statistics, the quietest day is Monday (0 trucks on average). The heaviest load is on Saturday.

What time of day is best to cross the border at Budomezh (Trucks (up to 7.5 tons), PL → UA)?

Queues are usually shortest on Monday between 06:00 and 10:00. The worst time is Friday between 21:00 and 23:00.

Data updated: 24.10.2026 · Analysis period: last 60 days · Europe/Warsaw

Thanks to our user Ihor for the idea behind this page 💛

Detailed statistics for today and yesterday · Peak Hours · Data Comparison

Detailed statistics for today and yesterday

Border Queue Analysis at the Budomezh - cargo transport (up to 7.5 tons) checkpoint for Yesterday

During the period 23.10.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Budomezh - cargo transport (up to 7.5 tons) checkpoint, the following key moments were recorded:

Morning hours (06:00 - 12:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 2 to 2 trucks (up to 7.5 tons). The lowest point was observed at 06:00 23.10.2026 — 2 trucks (up to 7.5 tons). The highest point was recorded at 06:00 23.10.2026 — 2 trucks (up to 7.5 tons).

Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 2 to 2 trucks (up to 7.5 tons). The lowest point was observed at 14:00 23.10.2026 — 2 trucks (up to 7.5 tons). The highest point was recorded at 14:00 23.10.2026 — 2 trucks (up to 7.5 tons).

Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 2 to 2 trucks (up to 7.5 tons). The lowest point was observed at 19:00 23.10.2026 — 2 trucks (up to 7.5 tons). The highest point was recorded at 19:00 23.10.2026 — 2 trucks (up to 7.5 tons).

Night hours (00:00 - 06:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 2 to 2 trucks (up to 7.5 tons). The lowest point was observed at 01:00 23.10.2026 — 2 trucks (up to 7.5 tons). The highest point was recorded at 01:00 23.10.2026 — 2 trucks (up to 7.5 tons).

Chart for Yesterday and the Day Before

Recommendations

To avoid long queues at the Budomezh - cargo transport (up to 7.5 tons) 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 1:00 and 4:00 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 Budomezh - cargo transport (up to 7.5 tons) 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
4h 15min
(2 cars)
Source: nakordoni.eu
Updated: 07:05
Official Data
4h
Source: granica.gov.pl
Updated: 07:05
Difference: +15min

Peak Hours

Travel Planning Budomezh By freight transport up to 7.5 tons

Best days: Monday, Sunday (2 trucks (up to 7.5 tons), ~4.3-5.3 hrs).
Avoid: Wednesday (250 trucks (up to 7.5 tons)).

Queue comparison by day of week

Day Trucks Load Wait time
🟢 Mon21%~4.3-5.3 hrs
🟢 Tue125%~24.3-25.3 hrs
🔴 Wed250100%~72-73 hrs
🟢 Fri177%~34.3-35.3 hrs
🟢 Sat114%~22.3-23.3 hrs
🟢 Sun94%~18.3-19.3 hrs

Peak time: Saturday 21:00 - 23:00 and 22:00 - 00:00.

Average wait time on Sunday: from 2535 up to 2535 min..

Based on the data, the best time to cross the border is Monday or Sunday, when the queue is shortest.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which day is best to cross Budomezh by truck?

Monday or Sunday — shortest queue (2 trucks (up to 7.5 tons), ~4.3-5.3 hrs waiting).

When to avoid crossing at Budomezh?

Wednesday — peak load (250 trucks (up to 7.5 tons)).

What is the average queue wait time?

Depends on the day: 4-6 hrs (Mon), 18-20 hrs (Sun), 22-24 hrs (Sat), 24-26 hrs (Tue), 34-36 hrs (Fri), 72-73 hrs (Wed).

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Best Time to Cross Budomezh today

15:00↓90%−90%
16:00↓90%−90%
14:00↓85%−85%
Based on historical data.
Queue Forecast•Statistics by Day

Current Data

As of 07:05, at Budomezh checkpoint there are 2 cargo vehicles up to 7.5 tons waiting.

Does the EES system work at Budomezh border crossing?

EES Active

Yes, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is active at Budomezh border crossing. EES is an EU automated system for registering entry and exit of third-country nationals crossing the external borders of the Schengen Area.

The system records the date, time and place of border crossing, as well as biometric data (fingerprints and facial photo).

Learn more about EES

Information provided for trip planning only. Actual conditions may differ. Always check the latest data before departure.

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Budomezh: Ukrainian border-guard shift change at the Ukrainian–Polish border — when and how long to wait

Border guard shift change on the Ukrainian side of Budomezh happens twice a day — at 08:00 and 20:00 local time. These are regular shifts that ensure continuous border control.

During shift change, processing of of trucks (up to 7.5 tons) at Budomezh typically slows for 20–60 minutes. To minimize wait, plan to cross 30+ minutes before or 60+ minutes after the approximate shift change. Check the live queue above for current status.

At the neighboring Poland checkpoint the border-guard shift change happens at the same local times, but Poland is on Central European Time — one hour behind Kyiv — so there it falls around 07:00 and 19:00 Kyiv time. Because the two shifts overlap, the slowdown stretches into wider windows on both sides: roughly 07:00–08:30 in the morning and 19:00–20:30 in the evening (Kyiv time). During these intervals, processing on both sides can noticeably slow down.

By cargo transport (up to 7.5 tons) via Budomezh or Krosstsenko?

As of 07:05: Budomezh — 2 trucks (up to 7.5 tons) in the queue (wait ~4 hr 15 min), Krosstsenko — 0 trucks (up to 7.5 tons) (~15 min). They are 80 km apart, ~96 min by road. Even after the drive, Krosstsenko currently saves about 2 hr 24 min.

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.

How we calculate the wait time

Every figure on this page — the hero, today’s chart, the 7-day forecast and the source comparison — comes from one model, so they never contradict each other.

Why our figure differs from the official one

The border service publishes a vehicle count or an estimate made on its side of the border, and a camera shows one stretch of road. We combine these sources with driver reports and convert them into a wait time using this crossing’s own history, so our figure is an estimate of crossing time, not a vehicle count.

How the model works

  1. Base wait = vehicles in the queue × the average processing time per vehicle at this crossing (learned from the last weeks of history).
  2. The base wait is then adjusted for the lane mode, the weather and the current processing speed, with a correction around border-guard shift changes.
  3. The next-hours and 7-day forecasts use the same model on the typical profile of this weekday.

The best time is the hour with the lowest forecast queue from now until the end of the day; hours with known counter glitches are excluded.

The update time is shown in the hero. When no new data arrives for several hours, the page marks it as outdated and offers a refresh.

ℹ️ How is the forecast calculated? ▼
Data source:

Automatic calculation based on historical queue data and current checkpoint situation.

Factors considered:

The model analyzes typical load patterns by time of day and day of week.

Limitations:

Actual waiting time may vary due to unforeseen circumstances (repairs, incidents, seasonal peaks).

Improvements:

Forecast accuracy improves with more real-time data from users and official sources.

Data sources

Official sources: KAS (Polish Customs), eQueue (eCherha)

Data source: Nakordoni’s own estimate, built from the sources listed above

Updated (local time, UTC+2)

At a glance

  • As of 07:05 the wait at Budomezh is ≈4 hr 15 min. 2 vehicles are in the queue. Roughly 3 hr 39 min to 4 hr 51 min.
  • Over the last 60 days the quietest day is Monday, the quietest window is 10:00–12:00.
  • Nearest alternative with a shorter queue: Krosstsenko — 0 vehicles, 80 km, ~96 min drive.