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Queue at Korchova — Krakivets (bus)

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As of 16:38 the wait at Korchova is ≈24 hr. 21 vehicles are in the queue.

Updated (local time, UTC+2)
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Forecast for next 6 hours7-day queue forecast

Forecast is based on historical data and current trends. Day of week, time of day, and seasonality are taken into account.Typical daily peak queue for the week ahead

Thu · 15.10.202615–21 October 2026

LIVE21 buses (~24 h 0 min)Much busier than usual

As of 17:38 there are 21 buses in the queue, estimated wait ~24 h 0 min; usually at this hour: 0 buses (much busier than usual).

Forecast for next 6 hoursToday (Thu · 15.10.2026): Peak load 18:00 — 21 buses (~24 h 0 min), Shortest queue 21:00 — 1 bus (~1 h 30 min) · Next hours: 18:00 — 0, 19:00 — 8, 20:00 — 2, 21:00 — 1, 22:00 — 1, 23:00 — 217:00 — 21 buses · Actual17Predicted · 18:00 — 0 busesNow · 18:00 — 21 buses · Wait time ~24 h 0 min21Now19:00 — 8 buses · Wait time ~1 h 30 min81920:00 — 2 buses · Wait time ~1 h 30 min22021:00 — 1 bus · Wait time ~1 h 30 min12122:00 — 1 bus · Wait time ~1 h 30 min12223:00 — 2 buses · Wait time ~1 h 30 min223
Forecast for next 6 hoursToday (Thu · 15.10.2026): Peak load 18:00 — 21 buses (~24 h 0 min), Shortest queue 21:00 — 1 bus (~1 h 30 min) · Next hours: 18:00 — 0, 19:00 — 8, 20:00 — 2, 21:00 — 1, 22:00 — 1, 23:00 — 200:00 — 0 buses · Actual0001:00 — 0 buses · Actual02:00 — 0 buses · Actual03:00 — 10 buses · Actual0304:00 — 20 buses · Actual05:00 — 30 buses · Actual06:00 — 50 buses · Actual0607:00 — 30 buses · Actual08:00 — 23 buses · Actual09:00 — 15 buses · Actual0910:00 — 8 buses · Actual11:00 — 0 buses · Actual12:00 — 1 bus · Actual1213:00 — 1 bus · Actual14:00 — 1 bus · Actual15:00 — 2 buses · Actual1516:00 — 2 buses · Actual17:00 — 21 buses · ActualPredicted · 18:00 — 0 busesNow · 18:00 — 21 buses · Wait time ~24 h 0 min21Now19:00 — 8 buses · Wait time ~1 h 30 min820:00 — 2 buses · Wait time ~1 h 30 min221:00 — 1 bus · Wait time ~1 h 30 min12122:00 — 1 bus · Wait time ~1 h 30 min123:00 — 2 buses · Wait time ~1 h 30 min2
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Now21 buses~24 h 0 minPeak load
19:008 buses~1 h 30 min
20:002 buses~1 h 30 minRecommended times
21:001 bus~1 h 30 minShortest queue
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Peak load hours — Better to avoid: 01:00, 02:00, 03:00. Best crossing times — Recommended times: 20:00, 21:00, 22:00.

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Today (Thu · 15.10.2026): Peak load 18:00 — 21 buses (~24 h 0 min), Shortest queue 21:00 — 1 bus (~1 h 30 min) · Next hours: 18:00 — 0, 19:00 — 8, 20:00 — 2, 21:00 — 1, 22:00 — 1, 23:00 — 2

Queue Forecast Smart Forecast

Updated:

Forecast for Korchova (buses) — updated at 16:00, covering through tomorrow noon.

• Midday today (16:00–17:00): ~90 min, moderate load.
• This evening (17:00–21:00): ~6 h, very busy (peaks at ~24 h around 20:00).
• Tonight (21:00–06:00): ~90 min, moderate load.
• Tomorrow morning (06:00–12:00): ~170 min, busy (peaks at ~7 h 45 min around 06:00).

Best time to cross: Midday today (16:00–17:00).

Next update: today at 18:00.
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7-day queue forecastPeak load: Thu 15.10 — 8 buses (19:00) · Shortest queue: Sat 17.10 — 0 buses (17:00) · Today (Thu · 15.10.2026): Peak load 18:00 — 21 buses (~24 h 0 min), Shortest queue 21:00 — 1 bus (~1 h 30 min) · Next hours: 18:00 — 0, 19:00 — 8, 20:00 — 2, 21:00 — 1, 22:00 — 1, 23:00 — 2Thu 15.10: 8 buses8Thu 15Fri 16.10: 6 buses6Fri 16Sat 17.10: 5 buses5Sat 17Sun 18.10: 7 buses7Sun 18Mon 19.10: 6 buses6Mon 19Tue 20.10: 6 buses6Tue 20Wed 21.10: 6 buses6Wed 21

Peak load: Thu 15.10 — 8 buses (19:00) · Shortest queue: Sat 17.10 — 0 buses (17:00) · Today (Thu · 15.10.2026): Peak load 18:00 — 21 buses (~24 h 0 min), Shortest queue 21:00 — 1 bus (~1 h 30 min) · Next hours: 18:00 — 0, 19:00 — 8, 20:00 — 2, 21:00 — 1, 22:00 — 1, 23:00 — 2

Peak loadShortest queue
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Thu · 15.10.2026Peak load 19:00 · 8 buses   Shortest queue 16:00 · 0 buses
Thu 15.10: Peak load 19:00 — 8 buses; Shortest queue 16:00 — 0 buses00:00 — 30001:00 — 402:00 — 503:00 — 50304:00 — 405:00 — 506:00 — 50607:00 — 308:00 — 109:00 — 20910:00 — 211:00 — 212:00 — 11213:00 — 114:00 — 115:00 — 01516:00 — 0017:00 — 018:00 — 01819:00 — 8820:00 — 221:00 — 12122:00 — 123:00 — 2
Fri · 16.10.2026Peak load 06:00 · 6 buses   Shortest queue 16:00 · 0 buses
Fri 16.10: Peak load 06:00 — 6 buses; Shortest queue 16:00 — 0 buses00:00 — 40001:00 — 402:00 — 503:00 — 50304:00 — 405:00 — 606:00 — 660607:00 — 308:00 — 209:00 — 20910:00 — 211:00 — 212:00 — 21213:00 — 114:00 — 115:00 — 01516:00 — 0017:00 — 018:00 — 01819:00 — 120:00 — 121:00 — 12122:00 — 123:00 — 1
Sat · 17.10.2026Peak load 02:00 · 5 buses   Shortest queue 17:00 · 0 buses
Sat 17.10: Peak load 02:00 — 5 buses; Shortest queue 17:00 — 0 buses00:00 — 30001:00 — 402:00 — 5503:00 — 50304:00 — 305:00 — 306:00 — 30607:00 — 208:00 — 309:00 — 30910:00 — 311:00 — 112:00 — 11213:00 — 214:00 — 215:00 — 11516:00 — 017:00 — 0018:00 — 01819:00 — 020:00 — 121:00 — 12122:00 — 023:00 — 2
Sun · 18.10.2026Peak load 01:00 · 7 buses   Shortest queue 18:00 · 0 buses
Sun 18.10: Peak load 01:00 — 7 buses; Shortest queue 18:00 — 0 buses00:00 — 50001:00 — 7702:00 — 603:00 — 50304:00 — 505:00 — 606:00 — 50607:00 — 408:00 — 409:00 — 40910:00 — 311:00 — 212:00 — 21213:00 — 214:00 — 215:00 — 11516:00 — 117:00 — 018:00 — 001819:00 — 120:00 — 121:00 — 12122:00 — 123:00 — 2
Mon · 19.10.2026Peak load 06:00 · 6 buses   Shortest queue 16:00 · 0 buses
Mon 19.10: Peak load 06:00 — 6 buses; Shortest queue 16:00 — 0 buses00:00 — 50001:00 — 602:00 — 603:00 — 50304:00 — 405:00 — 506:00 — 660607:00 — 408:00 — 209:00 — 20910:00 — 211:00 — 212:00 — 21213:00 — 114:00 — 115:00 — 01516:00 — 0017:00 — 018:00 — 01819:00 — 020:00 — 121:00 — 12122:00 — 123:00 — 1
Tue · 20.10.2026Peak load 06:00 · 6 buses   Shortest queue 16:00 · 0 buses
Tue 20.10: Peak load 06:00 — 6 buses; Shortest queue 16:00 — 0 buses00:00 — 30001:00 — 402:00 — 503:00 — 50304:00 — 405:00 — 506:00 — 660607:00 — 408:00 — 209:00 — 20910:00 — 211:00 — 212:00 — 21213:00 — 114:00 — 115:00 — 01516:00 — 0017:00 — 018:00 — 01819:00 — 120:00 — 121:00 — 12122:00 — 123:00 — 1
Wed · 21.10.2026Peak load 02:00 · 6 buses   Shortest queue 16:00 · 0 buses
Wed 21.10: Peak load 02:00 — 6 buses; Shortest queue 16:00 — 0 buses00:00 — 30001:00 — 502:00 — 6603:00 — 60304:00 — 405:00 — 506:00 — 60607:00 — 408:00 — 209:00 — 20910:00 — 211:00 — 212:00 — 21213:00 — 114:00 — 115:00 — 01516:00 — 0017:00 — 018:00 — 11819:00 — 120:00 — 121:00 — 12122:00 — 123:00 — 1

Estimated from historical patterns for this crossing. Actual queues vary.

When is the best time to cross at Korchova — Buses, PL → UA

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

Best time
Tuesday, 15:00–17:00
~0 buses
Heaviest load
Thursday, 04:00–07:00
~14 buses
Quietest day
Friday
on average 1 buses
Busiest day
Sunday
on average 4 buses
Typical load by hour
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Weekdays (Mon–Fri): median 1 buses · weekend: 2 buses

Weekly picture: days × hours
Weekly picture: days × hours — Korchova (Buses, PL → UA) (buses)
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
Monday55639831320101—113020101
Tuesday3942——22010—10—00—000205
Wednesday35928—1210210200—1080002
Thursday24313251300——00—000000303
Friday—1—24—2—102—0000—1010—01
Saturday—3313412011—00—02010101016
Sunday—11153954113446233110000102

Key takeaways

  • The quietest day is Friday: on average 1 buses in the queue.
  • The busiest day is Sunday: on average 4 buses in the queue.
  • The lightest traffic is usually on Tuesday between 15:00 and 17:00.
  • Peak load is on Thursday between 04:00 and 07:00 (up to 14 buses).

Calculated from 1 023 real measurements over the last 60 days.

Which day has the shortest queue at the Korchova (Buses, PL → UA) border crossing?

Based on the last 60 days of statistics, the quietest day is Friday (1 buses on average). The heaviest load is on Sunday.

What time of day is best to cross the border at Korchova (Buses, PL → UA)?

Queues are usually shortest on Tuesday between 15:00 and 17:00. The worst time is Thursday between 04:00 and 07:00.

Data updated: 15.10.2026 · 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 Korchova - bus checkpoint for Yesterday

During the period 14.10.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Korchova - bus checkpoint, the following key moments were recorded:

Morning hours (06:00 - 12:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 0 to 1 bus. The lowest point was observed at 10:00 14.10.2026 — 0 buses. The highest point was recorded at 06:00 14.10.2026 — 1 bus.

Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 0 to 0 buses. The lowest point was observed at 13:00 14.10.2026 — 0 buses. The highest point was recorded at 13:00 14.10.2026 — 0 buses.

Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 0 to 0 buses. The lowest point was observed at 20:00 14.10.2026 — 0 buses. The highest point was recorded at 20:00 14.10.2026 — 0 buses.

Night hours (00:00 - 06:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 1 to 13 buses. The lowest point was observed at 06:00 14.10.2026 — 1 bus. The highest point was recorded at 02:00 14.10.2026 — 13 buses.

Chart for Yesterday and the Day Before

Recommendations

To avoid long queues at the Korchova - bus 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 10:00 and 13:00 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 Korchova - bus 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
24h
(21 cars)
Source: nakordoni.eu
Updated: 17:38
Official Data
0min
Source: granica.gov.pl
Updated: 13:12
Difference: +24h

Peak Hours

Travel Planning Korchova By bus

Best days: Wednesday–Thursday (5 buses, ~6.9-7.9 hrs).
Avoid: Sunday (12 buses).

Queue comparison by day of week

Day Buses Load Wait time
🟢 Mon758%~9.6-10.6 hrs
🟢 Tue650%~8.3-9.3 hrs
🟢 Wed650%~8.3-9.3 hrs
🟢 Thu542%~6.9-7.9 hrs
🟢 Fri650%~8.3-9.3 hrs
🟠 Sat975%~12.3-13.3 hrs
🔴 Sun12100%~16.3-17.3 hrs

Peak time: Thursday 04:00 - 06:00 and 15:00 - 17:00.

Average wait time on Sunday: from 175 up to 1440 min..

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Which day is best to cross Korchova by bus?

Thursday or Wednesday — shortest queue (5 buses, ~6.9-7.9 hrs waiting).

When to avoid crossing at Korchova?

Sunday — peak load (12 buses).

What is the average queue wait time?

Depends on the day: 6-8 hrs (Thu), 8-10 hrs (Tue–Wed, Fri), 9-11 hrs (Mon), 12-14 hrs (Sat), 16-18 hrs (Sun).

How long did the bus wait at the border?

Pick a carrier, then choose a specific bus plate to see where and how long it recently spent crossing the border.

Choose a carrier and a plate above to load its border history.

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Best Time to Cross Korchova today

21:00↓97%−97%
22:00↓94%−94%
20:00↓92%−92%
Based on historical data.
Queue Forecast•Statistics by Day

Current Data

As of 16:38, at Korchova checkpoint there are 21 bus waiting.

How long does it take to cross the border at Korchova?

According to user reports, the full border crossing time is ≈ 120 min (~2 hours)

based on user experience

Updated 14 days ago

How long is the wait in the border queue at Korchova?

The queue wait time before the border ≈ 120 min (~2 hours)

based on user experience

Updated 4 days ago

Does the EES system work at Korchova border crossing?

EES Active

Yes, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is active at Korchova 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.

Live Cameras

The webcam at this checkpoint has been switched off since 24.02.2022 due to the war

Korchova: 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 Korchova 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 buses at Korchova 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 bus via Korchova or Dorohusk?

As of 16:38: Korchova — 21 buses in the queue (wait ~24 hr), Dorohusk — 0 buses (~14 min). They are 146 km apart, ~195 min by road. Even after the drive, Dorohusk currently saves about 20 hr 31 min.

By bus via Korchova or Zosyn?

As of 16:38: Korchova — 21 buses in the queue (wait ~24 hr), Zosyn — 0 buses (~14 min). They are 124 km apart, ~165 min by road. Even after the drive, Zosyn currently saves about 21 hr 1 min.

By bus via Korchova or Dolgobychuv?

As of 16:38: Korchova — 21 buses in the queue (wait ~24 hr), Dolgobychuv — 0 buses (~14 min). They are 98 km apart, ~131 min by road. Even after the drive, Dolgobychuv currently saves about 21 hr 35 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 16:38 the wait at Korchova is ≈24 hr. 21 vehicles are in the queue.
  • Usually at this hour there are 0 vehicles in the queue here; right now it is much busier than usual.
  • Over the last 60 days the quietest day is Friday, the quietest window is 14:00–16:00.
  • Nearest alternative with a shorter queue: Dorohusk — 0 vehicles, 146 km, ~195 min drive.