--- title: "Queue at Krosstsenko — Smilnytsia" canonical: "https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_100" lang: "en" ppid: "id_100" type: "checkpoint" source: "nakordoni.eu — live border queue data" --- [All modes](https://nakordoni.eu/en/bcp/smilnytsya-krostsenko) [(image: Flag of Ukraine)(image: Flag of Poland)](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_19) # Queue at Krosstsenko — Smilnytsia - **Vehicle type:** passenger car - **Wait time:** 15 min -0% - **Status:** Much quieter than usual Updated: 31.07.2026 16:33 - **Cars in queue:** 0 - **Weather:** 27°C - **User rating:** **3.4** · 8 Database working Moving fast [Cars](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_100) [Buses](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_99) [Trucks](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_98) [Ukraine](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_19) [All queues at Poland — Ukraine border](https://nakordoni.eu/en/stat/2/1) ### Forecast for next 6 hours LIVE Much quieter than usual Predicted What the chart shows Predicted current queue: **16 cars** Peak load: **16 cars (~1 h 53 min)** Shortest queue: **2 cars (~26 min)** ## Queue Forecast Smart Forecast Updated: 19:24, 23.06.2026 ### ⚠️ Peak load hours Better to avoid: 02:00 06:00 09:00 ### ✅ Best crossing times Recommended times: 04:00 10:00 11:00 Forecast for Krosstsenko (passenger cars) — updated at 15:00, covering through tomorrow noon. • Tonight (21:00–06:00): ~40 min, moderate load (peaks at ~70 min around 02:00). • Tomorrow morning (06:00–12:00): ~40 min, moderate load (peaks at ~55 min around 09:00). Best time to cross: Tonight (21:00–06:00). Next update: today at 21:00. 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. ### 7-day queue forecast Typical daily peak queue for the week ahead Estimated from historical patterns for this crossing. Actual queues vary. How did you like this checkpoint? 3.4 · 8 review ## Best time to cross Krosstsenko today 19:00↓91%−91% 20:00↓79%−79% 22:00 typical queue Based on historical data. Queue Forecast•Statistics by Day ## Current Data **As of 16:33, there is no queue at Krosstsenko checkpoint.** How long does it take to cross the border at Krosstsenko? According to user reports, the full border crossing time is ≈ 60 min (~1 hour) based on user experience Last updated: Updated 12 days ago How long is the wait in the border queue at Krosstsenko? The queue wait time before the border ≈ 40 min (~40 minutes) based on user experience Last updated: Updated 12 days ago Does the EES system work at Krosstsenko border crossing? EES Active Yes, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is active at Krosstsenko 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](https://nakordoni.eu/en/p/ees) Information provided for trip planning only. Actual conditions may differ. Always check the latest data before departure. ### Nearby Services [Hotels Nearby Book accommodation near checkpoint](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/poland/krostsenko-smilnytsya/hotel#filters) [Rest Stops Cafes and restaurants nearby](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/poland/krostsenko-smilnytsya/restaurant#filters) [Gas Stations Petrol stations near border](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/poland/krostsenko-smilnytsya/gas_station#filters) [Parking Parking lots near checkpoint](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/poland/krostsenko-smilnytsya/parking#filters) [ATMs Withdraw cash before crossing](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/poland/krostsenko-smilnytsya/atm#filters) [View all services](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/poland/krostsenko-smilnytsya/) ## Live Cameras The webcam at this checkpoint has been switched off since 24.02.2022 due to the war ## Moderate traffic 10 km/h 11 min ago Real-time traffic conditions on roads leading to the border crossing. Data is automatically updated from TomTom Traffic and Autobahn.de. Moderate traffic 10 km/h On the other side of the border Heavy traffic 10 km/h [View details](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_19#traffic-status) ## Krosstsenko: 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 **Krosstsenko** 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 cars at Krosstsenko 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 [**When is the best time to go?** Load statistics by day and hour](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_100/statistics) Detailed statistics for today and yesterday · Peak Hours · Data Comparison ## Detailed statistics for today and yesterday ### Border Queue Analysis at the Krosstsenko - passenger car checkpoint for Yesterday During the period 30.07.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Krosstsenko - passenger car 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 06:00 30.07.2026 — 0 cars. The highest point was recorded at 06:00 30.07.2026 — 0 cars. **Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):** The number of vehicles during Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00). The lowest point was observed at 13:00 30.07.2026 — 0 cars. The highest point was recorded at 17:00 30.07.2026 — 6 cars. **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 30.07.2026 — 0 cars. The highest point was recorded at 19:00 30.07.2026 — 0 cars. **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 30.07.2026 — 0 cars. The highest point was recorded at 01:00 30.07.2026 — 0 cars. #### Chart for Yesterday and the Day Before ### Recommendations To avoid long queues at the Krosstsenko - passenger car 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 3:00 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 Krosstsenko - passenger car 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 15min (0 cars) Source: nakordoni.eu Updated: 16:33 Official Data 0min Source: granica.gov.pl Updated: 16:20 Difference: +15min ## Peak Hours ### Travel Planning Krosstsenko **Best days:** Friday-Wednesday (5 cars, ~0.5-1.5 hrs). **Avoid:** Saturday (12 cars). ### Queue comparison by day of week | Day | Cars | Load | Wait time | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 🟡 Mon | 8 | 67% | ~0.8-1.8 hrs | | 🟠 Tue | 10 | 83% | ~1-2 hrs | | 🟢 Wed | 6 | 50% | ~0.6-1.6 hrs | | 🟡 Thu | 8 | 67% | ~0.8-1.8 hrs | | 🟢 Fri | 5 | 42% | ~0.5-1.5 hrs | | 🔴 Sat | 12 | 100% | ~1.2-2.2 hrs | | 🟡 Sun | 8 | 67% | ~0.8-1.8 hrs | **Peak time:** Friday 22:00 - 00:00 and 11:00 - 13:00. **Average wait time on Sunday:** from 72 up to 72 min.. **Based on the data,** the best time to cross the border is Friday or Wednesday, when the queue is shortest. ### Frequently Asked Questions **Which day is best to cross Krosstsenko by car?** Friday or Wednesday — shortest queue (5 cars, ~0.5-1.5 hrs waiting). **When to avoid crossing at Krosstsenko?** Saturday — peak load (12 cars). **What is the average queue wait time?** Depends on the day: 0-2 hrs (Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun), 1-2 hrs (Tue), 1-3 hrs (Sat). ### Supermarkets nearby - [L Lewiatan Piastowska 38, Ustrzyki Dolne 10.4 km 16 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/49.481089,22.701431/49.434559,22.576519) - [(image: Biedronka) Biedronka Polskiego Czerwonego Krzyża 19, Ustrzyki Dolne 10.7 km 16 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/49.481089,22.701431/49.434904,22.571045) - [L Lewiatan Myczków 38, Solina 23.2 km 35 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/49.481089,22.701431/49.383151,22.417721) - [S Supermarket 27.3 km 41 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/49.481089,22.701431/49.4812811,22.3237621) - [N Netto Bieszczadzka 4, Lesko 27.3 km 41 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/49.481089,22.701431/49.473,22.32418) [All stores on map](https://nakordoni.eu/en/shopping/supermarkets) 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 Equipment Krosstsenko Transport Type: road crossing Working Hours: 24/7 | Day of Week | Working Hours | | --- | --- | | Monday | 24 Hours a Day | | Tuesday | 24 Hours a Day | | Wednesday | 24 Hours a Day | | Thursday | 24 Hours a Day | | Friday | 24 Hours a Day | | Saturday | 24 Hours a Day | | Sunday | 24 Hours a Day | ### 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: 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: Poland: Total number of lanes: Ukraine: Information about operating hours and services may be inaccurate. ## Weather ## Weather at checkpoint Krosstsenko Weather now: **34°C**, Clear sky [Weather at all border crossings](https://nakordoni.eu/en/weather) ## Fuel Prices ## Fuel Prices near the checkpoint Krosstsenko as of 2026-07-30 (PLN/liter) (Subcarpathian Voivodeship) | Voivodeship | S98 | E95 | ON | LPG | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Subcarpathian Voivodeship | 8.00 | 7.39 | 8.20 | 3.05 | The prices are approximate [Fuel Calculator](https://nakordoni.eu/en/for_car_drivers/fuel#petrol-calculator) [Fuel prices near the border](https://nakordoni.eu/en/for_car_drivers/fuel) ## User Reviews — 4.2/5 (6 reviews) Overall sentiment toward Krosstsenko is strongly positive, with drivers repeatedly praising short waits and smooth processing. Five of the six reviews award top or near-top ratings, and the single negative note ('приїхали 120-ті', a one-star complaint about a long line) stands apart from the general experience. Reviewers heading into Ukraine report especially fast crossings: one cleared the border in just 30 minutes, and another queued at 6:42 with only three cars ahead and had entered Ukraine by 6:57 — roughly a 15-minute total wait. Wait times are consistently light, with observers counting only 3-5 cars per lane and, on the green channel, just 3-4 vehicles, though the red channel can build a small queue of about 10-12 cars. A recurring practical tip is that Polish officers on lane 5 process travelers faster, so choosing that lane can speed things up. Drivers also note you can often proceed straight through the barrier without delay. One reviewer mentioned a brief 15-20 minute slowdown when the system database was temporarily down, an occasional but minor disruption. In short, Krosstsenko is regarded as an efficient, low-congestion crossing, particularly for the return trip home to Ukraine, with early morning timing and lane choice being the main factors travelers highlight for the quickest passage. ⭐ 4.2/5 6 reviews ## User Reviews ### Reviews about the checkpoint Krosstsenko, 3.4 ★★★☆☆ 8 reviews All Positive Negative Катя ★☆☆☆☆ приїхали 120-ті Катерина ★★★★★ На 5 пасі поляки обслуговують швидше Елена ★☆☆☆☆ Не советую ехать через эту таможню. Простояли 8 часов. Ехали семьёй , поляки перевернули машину верх дном, даже в детских сумках всё рыскали, хамы... Лейла ★☆☆☆☆ Ужасная таможня, простояли 7 часов. Поляки машину всю обыскали, все вещи раскидали, даже в багажник где запасное колесо- всё перерыли. Везла домашние помидоры из дома- около 7 кг. Так эти голодные тв🤮🤮🤮ри забрали их. Я в шоке, как помидоры??? Даже не выкинули их, себе в коморку свинья эта польская затащила. Мой совет- не ехать через эту таможню Наталія ★★★★★ В Україну 30хв This review(s) reflects the subjective opinion of a service user, and not the official position of NaKordoni.eu. ## Contacts & Map ## Contacts and address of checkpoint Krosstsenko Address: DK84, 38-700 Kroscienko, Poland (DK84, 38-700 Krościenko, Polska) Phone: +48 13 465 83 00 Email: [kroscienko@strazgraniczna.pl](mailto:kroscienko@strazgraniczna.pl) GPS Coordinates: 49.481089, 22.701431 [Show on map](https://nakordoni.eu/en/maps/pl-ua#id_100) ### 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 E371 to Miejsce Piastowe, from Miejsce Piastowe take route 28 to Sanok, from Sanok take route 84 to Ustrzyki Dolne, from Ustrzyki Dolne take route 84 to Krościenko and then to the border checkpoint "Krościenko". ##### Nearest checkpoints - [Malhowice](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_116) – 25.1 km - [Medyka](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_94) – 39.7 km - [Korchova](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_90) – 60.5 km - [Budomezh](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_86) – 80.1 km - [Khrebenne](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_83) – 108.7 km ## News at this checkpoint ### [Ukraine–Poland Border Queue Forecast 01.08–07.08.2026](https://nakordoni.eu/en/news/2026-07-31/queue-prognosis-ukraine-poland-week-2026-32) 31.07.2026 ### [Ukraine–Poland Border Queue Forecast 18.07–24.07.2026](https://nakordoni.eu/en/news/2026-07-17/queue-prognosis-ukraine-poland-week-2026-30) 17.07.2026 ### [Ukraine–Poland Border Queue Forecast 06.07–12.07.2026](https://nakordoni.eu/en/news/2026-07-05/queue-prognosis-ukraine-poland-week-2026-28) 05.07.2026 ### [Ukraine–Poland Border Queue Forecast 27.06–03.07.2026](https://nakordoni.eu/en/news/2026-06-26/queue-prognosis-ukraine-poland-week-2026-27) 26.06.2026 ### [Constitution Day Border Queue Forecast — 28.06.2026](https://nakordoni.eu/en/news/2026-06-22/queue-prognosis-constitution-day-2026-06-28) 22.06.2026 ### [Ukraine–Poland Border Queue Forecast 13.06–19.06.2026](https://nakordoni.eu/en/news/2026-06-12/queue-prognosis-ukraine-poland-week-2026-25) 12.06.2026 [All news →](https://nakordoni.eu/en/news) ### Emergency Contacts & Support **Poland Emergency Services** - [112 — universal emergency](tel:112) - [997 — police](tel:997) - [999 — ambulance](tel:999) - [998 — fire department](tel:998) **Ukraine Emergency Services** - [112 — universal emergency](tel:112) - [102 — police](tel:102) - [103 — ambulance](tel:103) - [101 — fire department](tel:101) **Roadside Assistance** - [PZM Roadside: 19-637](tel:) - [24h Assistance: 800-111-222](tel:24) **Roadside Assistance** - [Ukravtodor: 0-800-503-508 (free)](tel:0800503508) Always carry your passport and vehicle documents! ### Other border crossings Compare queues at all crossings [All queues at Poland-Ukraine border → 35](https://nakordoni.eu/en/stat/2/1) ## Useful Information for Border Crossing [Documents for border crossing →](https://nakordoni.eu/en/p/rules) [Customs rules & import limits →](https://nakordoni.eu/en/p/customs) [Green Card car insurance →](https://nakordoni.eu/en/p/green_card) [EES system — what you need to know →](https://nakordoni.eu/en/p/ees/what-is-the-entry-exit-system) [Maps & Services →](https://nakordoni.eu/en/explore) [Find Fastest Crossing →](https://nakordoni.eu/en/best-crossing) [All border crossings →](https://nakordoni.eu/en/bcp)