Queues at the Greece → Bulgaria border today — Freight Transport
On the Greece — Bulgaria border we monitor 2 crossings; as of 18:51 the fastest is Promachonas — Kulata (24 min).
Updated 09.11.2026 18:51| Crossing | In queue | Estimated wait | Usually at this hour | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Promachonas — Kulata | 2 | 24 min | 2 Busier than usual | |
| Ormenio — Kapitan Petko Voyvoda | 4 | 35 min | 2 Much busier than usual |
Border crossings: Ormenio — Kapitan Petko Voyvoda, Promachonas — Kulata
Border queues today: 09.11.2026
As of 18:52 the shortest queue is at Promachonas — Kulata (24 min). The longest queue is at Ormenio — Kapitan Petko Voyvoda (35 min).
Ormenio — Kapitan Petko Voyvoda
9°CPromachonas — Kulata
When is the best time to cross the Greece — Bulgaria border?
This pattern is built from 1 border crossings on this route, using 562 queue measurements collected over the last 60 days.
The lightest day of the week is Wednesday, when the queue averages 2.0 trucks. The heaviest day is Tuesday, at about 2.7 trucks — roughly 1.4 times the quiet-day level.
- Quietest windows: Monday 00:00–04:00, Thursday 16:00–18:00.
- Busiest windows: Monday 14:00–16:00, Tuesday 04:00–06:00, Thursday 06:00–08:00.
- Average across the whole week: 2.3 trucks waiting at any given hour.
If the schedule allows any flexibility, the cheapest day to arrive is Wednesday, and the day to plan around is Tuesday. Overnight hours (00:00–06:00) run about 25% lighter than the afternoon stretch (12:00–18:00), so timing the arrival before dawn is usually the single largest saving available on this route.
Figures are rolling averages from our own queue measurements. They describe a typical week and will shift around public holidays, weather events and temporary border restrictions.
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Recommendations for crossing the border Greece — Bulgaria
- Check queues online 1-2 hours before departure — the situation can change
- The shortest queues are usually observed on weekdays from 10:00 to 15:00
- Avoid Friday and Sunday evenings — this is the busiest time at the border
- Prepare all documents in advance: passport, Green Card, by cargo transport
- Pay attention to border points with less traffic — you can often save 2-3 hours
- Follow updates on our website — we are the first to inform about changes in checkpoint operations
Frequently asked questions about crossing the border Greece — Bulgaria
- What is the current queue status for cargo vehicles (TIR) at Greece — Bulgaria border crossings?Current data on cargo transport queues at the Greece — Bulgaria border can be found on the specific border crossing page at nakordoni.eu. Information is regularly updated by the Border Guard and includes official statistics and estimated waiting time.
- What documents are needed for crossing the Greece — Bulgaria border with a TIR vehicle?TIR drivers must have: foreign passport with visa (if required), international driving license, vehicle registration certificate, international transport permits (TIR Carnet, CMR), all waybills and customs declarations.
- What are the specific requirements for completing TIR Carnet when crossing the border?Before passing border control, make sure that the TIR Carnet is properly filled out, has the required markings, and all documents are ready for verification.
- How long does cargo vehicle processing take at the Greece — Bulgaria border?With no queue, processing takes minimal time, but may be extended due to cargo inspections, sealing, or documentation issues. Usually it takes 30–90 minutes, but during peak periods the duration increases.
- What additional inspections can TIR vehicles expect at the border?Possible checks include cargo completeness, seals, CMR documentation, additional vehicle scanning and inspection of hidden compartments in accordance with security and customs control procedures.
- Are there additional restrictions for TIR during martial law or force majeure circumstances?Restrictions may be implemented depending on instructions from border services and relevant authorities. Information about this is published on border crossing pages after official confirmation.
- Where to find contacts, facilities or additional TIR information for a specific Greece — Bulgaria crossing?Address, phone numbers, GPS coordinates, as well as a list of driver facilities are available on the individual page of each border crossing at nakordoni.eu.
- How often is cargo transport queue data updated?Information on TIR queues is updated several times a day based on data from official border services, ensuring relevance and reliability of indicators.
Alternative routes
Airports in this country
If the border queue is too long, these airports nearby have a live departures board.
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- On the Greece — Bulgaria border we monitor 2 crossings; as of 18:51 the fastest is Promachonas — Kulata (24 min).
- Longest wait right now: Ormenio — Kapitan Petko Voyvoda — 35 min.
- Busier than usual for this hour: 2 of 2 crossings.