Queue at Medyka — Shehyni (bus)
bus
≈4 hr 15 min
+99%
Wait time
Much quieter than usual
19°C
Forecast for next 6 hours
LIVE
Much quieter than usual
Smart forecast
What the chart shows
Predicted current queue:
12 buses
Peak load:
12 buses (~16 h 39 min)
Shortest queue:
3 buses (~4 h 39 min)
Smart learning factor: 2.49x
Queue Forecast Smart Forecast
Peak load hours
Better to avoid:
08:00
09:00
15:00
Best crossing times
Recommended times:
14:00
19:00
22:00
Forecast for Medyka (buses) — generated at 00:00, covering today.
• Tomorrow night (21:00–06:00): ~600 min, very busy.
• This morning (06:00–12:00): ~510 min, very busy.
• Midday today (12:00–17:00): ~430 min, very busy (peaks at ~600 min around 15:00).
• This evening (17:00–21:00): ~215 min, busy.
• Tonight (21:00–06:00): ~245 min, busy (peaks at ~335 min around 23:00).
Best time to cross: This evening (17:00–21:00).
Next update: today at 10:00.
• Tomorrow night (21:00–06:00): ~600 min, very busy.
• This morning (06:00–12:00): ~510 min, very busy.
• Midday today (12:00–17:00): ~430 min, very busy (peaks at ~600 min around 15:00).
• This evening (17:00–21:00): ~215 min, busy.
• Tonight (21:00–06:00): ~245 min, busy (peaks at ~335 min around 23:00).
Best time to cross: This evening (17:00–21:00).
Next update: today at 10:00.
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Best time to cross Medyka today
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Shorter queues at nearby crossings — Medyka
Current Data
As of 04:50, at Medyka checkpoint there are 3 buses waiting.
How long does it take to cross the border at Medyka?
According to user reports, the full border crossing time is ≈ 150 min (~2 hours 30 minutes)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 1 day ago
How long is the wait in the border queue at Medyka?
The queue wait time before the border ≈ 240 min (~4 hours)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 1 day ago
Does the EES system work at Medyka border crossing?
EES Active
Yes, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is active at Medyka 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).
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
Medyka: 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 Medyka 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 Medyka 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.
Queue Chart: Today & Yesterday
Queue at checkpoint for the last 24 hours
Real Data
Increased Load
Detailed statistics for today and yesterday · Peak Hours · Data Comparison
Detailed statistics for today and yesterday
Border Queue Analysis at the Medyka - bus checkpoint for Yesterday
During the period 16.07.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Medyka - bus checkpoint, the following key moments were recorded:
Morning hours (06:00 - 12:00):
The number of vehicles during Morning hours (06:00 - 12:00). The lowest point was observed at 07:00 16.07.2026 — 0 buses. The highest point was recorded at 09:00 16.07.2026 — 2 buses.
Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):
The number of vehicles during Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00). The lowest point was observed at 13:00 16.07.2026 — 0 buses. The highest point was recorded at 13:00 16.07.2026 — 0 buses.
Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00):
The number of vehicles during Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00). The lowest point was observed at 19:00 16.07.2026 — 0 buses. The highest point was recorded at 20:00 16.07.2026 — 1 bus.
Night hours (00:00 - 06:00):
The number of vehicles during Night hours (00:00 - 06:00). The lowest point was observed at 01:00 16.07.2026 — 0 buses. The highest point was recorded at 01:00 16.07.2026 — 0 buses.
Chart for Yesterday and the Day Before
Recommendations
To avoid long queues at the Medyka - 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 1:00 and 5:00 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 Medyka - 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
4h 15min
(3 cars)
Official Data
3h
Difference: +1h 15min
Peak Hours
Travel Planning Medyka By bus
Best days:
Friday-Thursday (7 buses,
~9.3-10.3 hrs).
Avoid:
Sunday (16 buses).
Queue comparison by day of week
| Day | Buses | Load | Wait time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🟡 Mon | 11 | 69% | ~14.7-15.7 hrs |
| 🟡 Tue | 11 | 69% | ~14.7-15.7 hrs |
| 🟡 Wed | 11 | 69% | ~14.7-15.7 hrs |
| 🟢 Thu | 7 | 44% | ~9.3-10.3 hrs |
| 🟢 Fri | 7 | 44% | ~9.3-10.3 hrs |
| 🟢 Sat | 9 | 56% | ~12-13 hrs |
| 🔴 Sun | 16 | 100% | ~21.3-22.3 hrs |
Peak time: Friday 07:00 - 09:00 and 03:00 - 05:00.
Average wait time on Sunday: from 80 up to 2400 min..
Based on the data, the best time to cross the border is Friday or Thursday, when the queue is shortest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which day is best to cross Medyka by bus?
Friday or Thursday — shortest queue (7 buses, ~9.3-10.3 hrs waiting).
When to avoid crossing at Medyka?
Sunday — peak load (16 buses).
What is the average queue wait time?
Depends on the day: 9-11 hrs (Thu, Fri), 12-13 hrs (Sat), 14-16 hrs (Mon, Tue, Wed), 21-23 hrs (Sun).
Required Documents · green card · vehicle requirements · customs · vignette
Required Documents
Documents for crossing the border from the EU
Information about the documents required for leaving the EU will be available here soon.
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.
Facilities
Checkpoint Characteristics and Facilities Medyka
Transport Type: automobile
Working Hours: 24/7
Amenities:
Room for Mother and Child: Data not found;
Toilets: Data not found;
Food Facilities: Data not found;
Duty-Free Shops: Data not found;
Mobile Communication: Data not found (details provided by mobile operators);
Wi-Fi Access: Data not found;
Bank Branch and/or Payment Terminal: Data not found;
Crossing with Pets: Data not found;
Checkpoint Controls:
Phytosanitary: Data not found
Veterinary: Data not found
Ecological: Data not found
Sanitary: Data not found
Cultural Heritage Control: Data not found
International Road_transport Control: Data not found
Total number of lanes: Poland: Data not found
Total number of lanes: Ukraine: Data not found
Information about the working schedule and services might be inaccurate.
User Reviews — 2.0/5 (4 reviews)
User sentiment for the Medyka checkpoint skews negative, with an average rating of 2.0 across four reviews. The strongest complaints center on long waits and mistreatment: one traveler described standing 10 hours under scorching sun with 11 large buses backed up while Polish authorities refused to let them proceed, causing missed train and flight tickets and offering no explanation. Another traveler reported total crossing time of just over 10 hours, broken down as roughly 50 minutes for the Polish queue and document check, about an hour between borders, and 13 minutes for the Ukrainian X-ray inspection. A separate reviewer criticized the site's live queue accuracy, saying it showed 0 buses when 5 were actually waiting ahead. The most useful thread is a rider comparing bus carriers: FlixBus drew heavy criticism for broken buses, rude drivers, multiple transfers, and no-shows, while SVD Trans was praised for comfortable seats, responsible drivers, help with luggage at the border, and being family-friendly; Panbus, Lev Bus, and 'Prosto Bus' were also recommended, and Pavlyux and Toka Bus got poor reviews. Overall tips: expect very long waits (up to 10 hours), verify queue data independently, and choose a reliable carrier like SVD Trans when traveling with children.
⭐ 2.0/5
4 reviews
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User Reviews
Reviews about the checkpoint Medyka, By bus
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Те що я дивилась коли обирала перевізника. Перший раз їду саме автобусом то флікс бас пробив дно. Зламані автобуси злі водії, по три пересадки. Або взагалі не приїжджають. Знайома декілька місяців назад з двома дітьми шукала в який автобус сісти бо потрібно було на літак, флікси просто не приїхали. На чому тоді до фліксбасу ви їздили? Кого можете порекомендувати?. Сама їду панбусом. Радили просто бас, Лев бас. Обирала вже те що по часу більше підходить. Можливо тут ще можуть порекомендувати в чаті щось толкове. Бо з дитям не хотілось би щоб ви втрапили в халепу. Знаю погані відгуки ще про Павлюкс та токабас якось так. Дуже гарний перевізник SVD trans. Зручний салон,завжди водії відповідальні. З дітками багато їздять. Допомагають з сумками на кордоні. Завжди задоволена . Беру подорож в дві сторони.Раджу
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Ваш сайт повна фігня! Тут не реальна інформація про стан черги!На сайті пише, що 0 а насправді педед нами 5 автобусів 😑
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Автобус в Україну: 08:53:59 - час в черзі на кордон Польша і перевірка документів (50 хв). 01:04:38 - час між кордонами. 00:13:29 - рентген Україна. Загалом - трохи більше 10 годин
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ползет 3 автобуса в час
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Просто жах. Стояли 10 годин під палючим сонцем 11 великих автобусів. Польща не пропускала їхати далі. Знущалися над українцями. Діти, люди в автобусах під палючим сонцем, втрачені квитки на потяги та літаки. І ніяких пояснень
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Contacts & Map
Contacts and address of checkpoint Medyka
Address: 37-732 Medyka
Phone: +48 16 676 55 00
Email: medyka@strazgraniczna.pl
GPS Coordinates: 49.8001, 22.9481 Show on map
How to get there
By car:
from Warsaw take route E77 to Grójec, from Grójec take route E77 to Radom, from Radom take route E371 to Iłża, from Iłża take route E371 to Rzeszów, from Rzeszów take route 94 to Jarosław, from Jarosław take route 94 to Radymno, from Radymno take route 77 to Przemyśl, from Przemyśl take route 28 to the border checkpoint "Medyka".
Nearest border checkpoints
- Malhowice – 15 км
- Korchova – 20.9 км
- Krosstsenko – 39.7 км
- Budomezh – 40.5 км
- Khrebenne – 69.9 км
Emergency Contacts & Support
Poland Emergency Services
Ukraine Emergency Services
Roadside Assistance
Roadside Assistance
Always carry your passport and vehicle documents!