--- title: "Queue at Otacz — Mohyliv-Podilskyi (bus)" canonical: "https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_228" lang: "en" ppid: "id_228" type: "checkpoint" source: "nakordoni.eu — live border queue data" --- [All modes](https://nakordoni.eu/en/bcp/podilskyi-mohyliv-otach) [(image: Flag of Ukraine)(image: Flag of Moldova)](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_227) # Queue at Otacz — Mohyliv-Podilskyi (bus) - **Vehicle type:** bus - **Wait time:** 75 min -0% - **Status:** Outdated Data Last seen: 2 days ago - **Cars in queue:** 1 - **Weather:** 16°C Database working Moving [Cars](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_166) [Buses](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_228) [Trucks <7.5 t](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_356) [All queues at Moldova — Ukraine border](https://nakordoni.eu/en/stat/6/1) Today 7 days ### Forecast for next 6 hours Smart Forecast Smart forecast What the chart shows Predicted current queue: **1 bus** Peak load: **1 bus (~1 h 33 min)** Shortest queue: **1 bus (~1 h 21 min)** Smart learning factor: 1.29x ## Queue Forecast Smart Forecast Updated: 10:00, 14.09.2026 ### ⚠️ Peak load hours Better to avoid: 21:00 22:00 23:00 ### ✅ Best crossing times Recommended times: 10:00 11:00 12:00 Forecast for Otacz (buses) — updated at 10:00, covering the rest of today. • This morning (10:00–12:00): ~75 min, moderate load. • Midday today (12:00–17:00): ~75 min, moderate load. • This evening (17:00–21:00): ~75 min, moderate load. • Late tonight (21:00–00:00): ~75 min, moderate load. Best time to cross: This morning (10:00–12:00). Next update: today at 12:00. 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 14–20 September 2026 Peak load: Sun 20.09 — 3 buses (14:00) · Shortest queue: Wed 16.09 — 1 bus (13:00) · Today (Mon · 14.09.2026): Peak load 17:00 — 2 buses (~1 h 57 min), Shortest queue 16:00 — 1 bus (~1 h 21 min) · Next hours: 10:00 — 2, 11:00 — 1, 12:00 — 1, 13:00 — 1, 14:00 — 1, 15:00 — 1 Peak load Shortest queue Mon 14.09 Peak load 3 buses Shortest queue 1 bus Tue 15.09 Peak load 3 buses Shortest queue 1 bus Wed 16.09 Peak load 2 buses Shortest queue 1 bus Thu 17.09 Peak load 2 buses Shortest queue 1 bus Fri 18.09 Peak load 2 buses Shortest queue 1 bus Sat 19.09 Peak load 3 buses Shortest queue 1 bus Sun 20.09 Peak load 3 buses Shortest queue 1 bus Tap a day to see the hourly forecast Mon · 14.09.2026 Peak load 09:00 · 3 buses Shortest queue 02:00 · 1 bus Tue · 15.09.2026 Peak load 09:00 · 3 buses Shortest queue 01:00 · 1 bus Wed · 16.09.2026 Peak load 02:00 · 2 buses Shortest queue 13:00 · 1 bus Thu · 17.09.2026 Peak load 09:00 · 2 buses Shortest queue 00:00 · 1 bus Fri · 18.09.2026 Peak load 09:00 · 2 buses Shortest queue 01:00 · 1 bus Sat · 19.09.2026 Peak load 14:00 · 3 buses Shortest queue 00:00 · 1 bus Sun · 20.09.2026 Peak load 14:00 · 3 buses Shortest queue 02:00 · 1 bus Estimated from historical patterns for this crossing. Actual queues vary. ## When is the best time to cross at Otacz — Buses, MD → UA Typical load by day of week and hour — averages from the last 60 days of real observations Best time Monday, 01:00–03:00 ~1 buses Heaviest load Monday, 04:00–06:00 ~2 buses Quietest day Monday on average 1 buses Busiest day Saturday on average 1 buses Typical load by hour Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun 00 03 06 09 12 15 18 21 00 03 06 09 12 15 18 21 00 03 06 09 12 15 18 21 00 03 06 09 12 15 18 21 00 03 06 09 12 15 18 21 00 03 06 09 12 15 18 21 00 03 06 09 12 15 18 21 quiet busy Weekdays (Mon–Fri): median 1 buses · weekend: 1 buses Weekly picture: days × hours | on average | 00:00 | 01:00 | 02:00 | 03:00 | 04:00 | 05:00 | 06:00 | 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | 20:00 | 21:00 | 22:00 | 23:00 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Monday | — | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1 | 2 | — | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | | Tuesday | — | 1 | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | | Wednesday | 1 | — | — | 2 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | 2 | 1 | — | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | | Thursday | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | 1 | — | 2 | — | 1 | | Friday | 1 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | | Saturday | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | | Sunday | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | — | 2 | 1 | 1 | ## Key takeaways - The quietest day is **Monday**: on average 1 buses in the queue. - The busiest day is **Saturday**: on average 1 buses in the queue. - The lightest traffic is usually on **Monday between 01:00 and 03:00**. - Peak load is on **Monday between 04:00 and 06:00** (up to 2 buses). Calculated from 259 real measurements over the last 60 days. Which day has the shortest queue at the Otacz (Buses, MD → UA) border crossing? Based on the last 60 days of statistics, the quietest day is Monday (1 buses on average). The heaviest load is on Saturday. What time of day is best to cross the border at Otacz (Buses, MD → UA)? Queues are usually shortest on Monday between 01:00 and 03:00. The worst time is Monday between 04:00 and 06:00. Data updated: 14.09.2026 · Analysis period: last 60 days · Europe/Chisinau 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 Otacz - bus checkpoint for Yesterday During the period 13.09.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Otacz - bus checkpoint, the following key moments were recorded: **Morning hours (06:00 - 12:00):** No data for Morning hours (06:00 - 12:00). **Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):** No data for Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00). **Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00):** No data for Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00). **Night hours (00:00 - 06:00):** No data for Night hours (00:00 - 06:00). #### Chart for Yesterday and the Day Before ### Recommendations No data for Plan your trips in advance using up-to-date border queue information at the Otacz - bus checkpoint to make your crossing fast and convenient. Pay special attention to these hours to avoid peak times and reduce waiting times. ## Peak Hours ### Travel Planning Otacz **Best days:** Monday, Saturday (1 bus, ~1.3-2.3 hrs). **Avoid:** Wednesday (1 bus). ### Queue comparison by day of week | Day | Buses | Load | Wait time | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 🔴 Mon | 1 | 100% | ~1.3-2.3 hrs | | 🔴 Tue | 1 | 100% | ~1.3-2.3 hrs | | 🔴 Wed | 1 | 100% | ~1.3-2.3 hrs | | 🔴 Thu | 1 | 100% | ~1.3-2.3 hrs | | 🔴 Fri | 1 | 100% | ~1.3-2.3 hrs | | 🔴 Sat | 1 | 100% | ~1.3-2.3 hrs | | 🔴 Sun | 1 | 100% | ~1.3-2.3 hrs | **Peak time:** Monday 23:00 - 01:00 and 04:00 - 06:00. **Average wait time on Sunday:** from 75 up to 135 min.. **Based on the data,** the best time to cross the border is Saturday or Monday, when the queue is shortest. ### Frequently Asked Questions **Which day is best to cross Otacz by bus?** Saturday or Monday — shortest queue (1 bus, ~1.3-2.3 hrs waiting). **When to avoid crossing at Otacz?** Wednesday — peak load (1 bus). **What is the average queue wait time?** Depends on the day: 1-3 hrs (every day). ## 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. Carrier Bus plate Choose a carrier and a plate above to load its border history. How did you like this checkpoint? No opinions yet ## Best time to cross Otacz today 11:00↓91%−91% 13:00↓91%−91% 15:00↓91%−91% Based on historical data. Queue Forecast•Statistics by Day ## Current Data **As of 03:38, at Otacz checkpoint there are 1 bus waiting.** How long does it take to cross the border at Otacz? According to user reports, the full border crossing time is ≈ 120 min (~2 hours) based on user experience Updated 1 day ago How long is the wait in the border queue at Otacz? The queue wait time before the border ≈ 90 min (~1 hour 30 minutes) based on user experience Updated 1 day ago 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/moldova/otach-mohyliv-podilskyi/hotel#filters) [Rest Stops Cafes and restaurants nearby](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/moldova/otach-mohyliv-podilskyi/restaurant#filters) [Gas Stations Petrol stations near border](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/moldova/otach-mohyliv-podilskyi/gas_station#filters) [Parking Parking lots near checkpoint](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/moldova/otach-mohyliv-podilskyi/parking#filters) [ATMs Withdraw cash before crossing](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/moldova/otach-mohyliv-podilskyi/atm#filters) [View all services](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/moldova/otach-mohyliv-podilskyi/) ## Live Cameras ## Live Webcam Otacz in real time In online mode using a webcam at the border you can view queues at the checkpoint Otacz. Camera signal not detected. ## Otacz: Ukrainian border-guard shift change at the Ukrainian–Moldovan border — when and how long to wait Border guard shift change on the Ukrainian side of **Otacz** 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 Otacz 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. The neighboring Moldova checkpoint is in the same time zone as Ukraine (Kyiv time), so its shift change falls at roughly the same **08:00 and 20:00**. Because both sides change at the same time, the slowdown is concentrated in narrow windows — **about 08:00–08:30 in the morning and 20:00–20:30 in the evening** (Kyiv time). ## Queue Chart: Today & Yesterday ### Queue at checkpoint for the last 24 hours No queue detected — crossing without delays Required Documents · green card · vehicle requirements · customs · vignette ## Required Documents ### Green Card Insurance: Activation Time **CRITICAL: Green Card Activation Timing** Green Card is mandatory vehicle insurance for all cars. Important to know: **When does it become active?** Insurance purchased TODAY will only become active TOMORROW at 00:00. **This rule applies to all types of purchase:** - Online purchase (active tomorrow) - Insurance company office (active tomorrow) - Kiosk near the border (active tomorrow) **What to do?** - Buy Green Card 1-2 days before your trip online - Use your existing policy (if not expired) - NOT recommended: buying at border kiosk (too late) **This is not a technical error — it's an EU insurance law.** Plan one day ahead! Without valid Green Card you cannot cross the border. Buy Green Card online: [MOLDASIG](https://www.moldasig.md/ro/produse/asigurare-auto/carte-verde/) [DONARIS](https://www.donaris.md/asigurare-carte-verde/) [GRAWE](https://www.grawe.md/ru/insurance/motor/green-card/) ## For bus passengers To cross the border at Krakovets-Korchova by passenger bus, prepare the following documents: ### Personal documents: - Valid biometric passport ### Proof of travel: - Bus ticket and confirmation of the purpose of the trip (e.g., hotel reservation) ### Mandatory: - Medical insurance policy valid in the EU ### 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 Otacz 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: Information not 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: Moldova: Information not available Total number of lanes: Ukraine: Information not available Information about operating hours and services may be inaccurate. ## Weather ## Weather at checkpoint Otacz Weather now: **15°C**, Cloudy [Weather at all border crossings](https://nakordoni.eu/en/weather) ## User Reviews ### Reviews about the checkpoint Otacz, 0.0 ☆☆☆☆☆ No opinions yet All Positive Negative 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 Otacz Address: Moldova, Border Crossing Otacz GPS Coordinates: 48.444859, 27.791351 [Show on map](https://nakordoni.eu/en/maps/md-ua#id_228) ### How to get there Otacz border crossing is located on the border between Moldova and Ukraine. ### Nearest checkpoints - [Valcinet](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_856) – 0.5 km - [Unguri](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_233) – 8.3 km - [Oknitsa](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_154) – 24.2 km - [Brichen](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_151) – 55.5 km - [Larga](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_148) – 70.1 km ## News at this checkpoint ### [National Language Day Queues Ukraine–Moldova 31.08.2026](https://nakordoni.eu/en/news/2026-08-24/queue-prognosis-national-language-day-ukraine-moldova-2026-08-31) 24.08.2026 ### [Independence Day of the Republic of Moldova Queue Forecast — Ukraine to Moldova Border 27.08.2026](https://nakordoni.eu/en/news/2026-08-20/queue-prognosis-independence-day-of-the-republic-of-moldova-ukraine-moldova-2026-08-27) 20.08.2026 ### [Independence Day Ukraine border queue forecast 24.08.2026](https://nakordoni.eu/en/news/2026-08-20/queue-prognosis-independence-day-2026-08-24) 20.08.2026 ### [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 ### [Children's Day Border Queue Forecast — Ukraine–Moldova & Romania 01.06.2026](https://nakordoni.eu/en/news/2026-05-31/queue-prognosis-children-s-day-2026-06-01) 31.05.2026 ### [Pentecost Border Queue Forecast — Ukraine’s Western Corridors 31.05.2026](https://nakordoni.eu/en/news/2026-05-30/queue-prognosis-pentecost-2026-05-31) 30.05.2026 [All news →](https://nakordoni.eu/en/news) ### Emergency Contacts & Support **Moldova Emergency Services** - [112 — universal emergency](tel:112) - [902 — police](tel:902) - [903 — ambulance](tel:903) - [901 — fire department](tel:901) **Ukraine Emergency Services** - [112 — universal emergency](tel:112) - [102 — police](tel:102) - [103 — ambulance](tel:103) - [101 — fire department](tel:101) **Roadside Assistance** - [ACM Auto Club: +373-22-222-333](tel:) **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 Moldova-Ukraine border → 38](https://nakordoni.eu/en/stat/6/1) ## 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)