--- title: "Queue at Isaccea — Orlivka (car)" canonical: "https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_231" lang: "en" ppid: "id_231" type: "checkpoint" source: "nakordoni.eu — live border queue data" --- [All modes](https://nakordoni.eu/en/bcp/orlivka-isakcha) [(image: Flag of Ukraine)(image: Flag of Romania)](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_230) # Queue at Isaccea — Orlivka (car) - **Vehicle type:** car - **Wait time:** 75 min -0% - **Status:** Quieter than usual Updated: 31.07.2026 04:36 - **Cars in queue:** 6 - **Weather:** 19°C - **User rating:** **3.0** · 4 Database working Moving [Buses](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_782) [Trucks <7.5 t](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_830) [Pedestrians](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_437) [All queues at Romania — Ukraine border](https://nakordoni.eu/en/stat/5/1) ### Forecast for next 6 hours Smart Forecast LIVE Quieter than usual Smart forecast What the chart shows Predicted current queue: **11 cars** Peak load: **11 cars (~2 h 9 min)** Shortest queue: **9 cars (~1 h 42 min)** Smart learning factor: 2.43x How did you like this checkpoint? 3.0 · 4 reviews ## Best time to cross Isaccea today 18:00↓92%−92% 19:00↓98%−98% 22:00↓92%−92% Based on historical data. Queue Forecast•Statistics by Day ## Current Data **As of 04:36, at Isaccea checkpoint there are 6 ferry crossing - cars waiting.** How long does it take to cross the border at Isaccea? According to user reports, the full border crossing time is ≈ 360 min (~6 hours) based on user experience Last updated: Updated 3 hours 50 minutes ago How long is the wait in the border queue at Isaccea? The queue wait time before the border ≈ 120 min (~2 hours) based on user experience Last updated: Updated 12 hours 46 minutes ago Does the EES system work at Isaccea border crossing? EES Inactive Currently, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is not active at Isaccea border crossing. EES is a new EU automated system being gradually implemented at Schengen Area borders. Once activated, the system will record the date, time and place of border crossing, as well as travelers' biometric data. [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/romania/isakcha-orlivka/hotel#filters) [Rest Stops Cafes and restaurants nearby](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/romania/isakcha-orlivka/restaurant#filters) [Gas Stations Petrol stations near border](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/romania/isakcha-orlivka/gas_station#filters) [Parking Parking lots near checkpoint](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/romania/isakcha-orlivka/parking#filters) [ATMs Withdraw cash before crossing](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/romania/isakcha-orlivka/atm#filters) [View all services](https://nakordoni.eu/en/services/romania/isakcha-orlivka/) No cameras available at this checkpoint ## Isaccea: Ukrainian border-guard shift change at the Ukrainian–Romanian border — when and how long to wait Border guard shift change on the Ukrainian side of **Isaccea** 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 Isaccea 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 Romania 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 Real Data Increased Load [**When is the best time to go?** Load statistics by day and hour](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_231/statistics) Detailed statistics for today and yesterday · Peak Hours · Data Comparison ## Detailed statistics for today and yesterday ### Border Queue Analysis at the Isaccea - car checkpoint for Yesterday During the period 30.07.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Isaccea - 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 — 1 car. The highest point was recorded at 06:00 30.07.2026 — 1 car. **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):** The number of vehicles during Night hours (00:00 - 06:00). The lowest point was observed at 00:00 30.07.2026 — 1 car. The highest point was recorded at 00:00 30.07.2026 — 1 car. #### Chart for Yesterday and the Day Before ### Recommendations To avoid long queues at the Isaccea - 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 :00 and 2:00 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 Isaccea - 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 1h 15min (6 cars) Source: nakordoni.eu Updated: 04:36 Official Data 10h 15min (60 cars) Source: politiadefrontiera.ro Updated: 04:47 Difference: -9h ## Peak Hours ### Travel Planning Isaccea **Best days:** Wednesday-Thursday (10 cars, ~1.7-2.7 hrs). **Avoid:** Friday (28 cars). ### Queue comparison by day of week | Day | Cars | Load | Wait time | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 🟠 Mon | 25 | 89% | ~4.2-5.2 hrs | | 🟠 Tue | 23 | 82% | ~3.8-4.8 hrs | | 🟢 Wed | 10 | 36% | ~1.7-2.7 hrs | | 🟢 Thu | 16 | 57% | ~2.7-3.7 hrs | | 🔴 Fri | 28 | 100% | ~4.7-5.7 hrs | | 🟡 Sat | 18 | 64% | ~3-4 hrs | | 🟡 Sun | 20 | 71% | ~3.3-4.3 hrs | **Peak time:** Friday 13:00 - 15:00 and 21:00 - 23:00. **Average wait time on Sunday:** from 300 up to 300 min.. **Based on the data,** the best time to cross the border is Wednesday or Thursday, when the queue is shortest. ### Frequently Asked Questions **Which day is best to cross Isaccea by car?** Wednesday or Thursday — shortest queue (10 cars, ~1.7-2.7 hrs waiting). **When to avoid crossing at Isaccea?** Friday 13:00-15:00 and 21:00-23:00 — peak load (28 cars). **What is the average queue wait time?** Depends on the day: 1-3 hrs (Wed), 2-4 hrs (Thu), 3-5 hrs (Tue, Sun), 3-4 hrs (Sat), 4-6 hrs (Mon, Fri). ### Supermarkets nearby - [(image: Penny) Penny Strada Avram Iancu 1, Isaccea 2.1 km 3 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/45.284085,28.452964/45.267378,28.46525) - [M My Auchan Strada Brăilei, Măcin 26.1 km 39 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/45.284085,28.452964/45.25083,28.12251) - [(image: Penny) Penny Strada Spitalului 6, Tulcea 28.6 km 43 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/45.284085,28.452964/45.17832,28.785677) - [S Supermarket 29.5 km 44 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/45.284085,28.452964/45.1607953,28.7860921) - [(image: Carrefour) Carrefour Strada Babadag 161, Tulcea 29.8 km 45 min drive](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/45.284085,28.452964/45.169018,28.7965) [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 Isaccea 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: Romania: Information not available Total number of lanes: Ukraine: Information not available Information about operating hours and services may be inaccurate. ## Weather ## Weather at checkpoint Isaccea Weather now: **17°C**, Clear sky [Weather at all border crossings](https://nakordoni.eu/en/weather) ## User Reviews — 3.0/5 (2 reviews) User sentiment for the Isaccea checkpoint is sharply divided, with the two available reviews sitting at opposite extremes. The positive experience came from an early-morning crossing on 28 July 2026, where the traveler reported passing through quickly and praised the service staff — suggesting that arriving in the early hours is the single most reliable way to avoid delays here. The negative report describes a far harsher picture from 25 June 2026. That traveler waited at the border from 17:00 until 23:40 — roughly six hours and forty minutes — during which, according to the review, no buses were let through at all and only passenger cars were being processed. This points to a recurring pattern worth planning around: bus passengers appear to face substantially longer holds than car traffic during peak afternoon and evening hours, and a late-afternoon arrival can turn into a wait lasting well past midnight. Conditions on site were the other major complaint. The reviewer described extreme heat with no shelter, toilets in a terrible state, and nowhere to buy drinking water. Practical advice for anyone crossing at Isaccea: aim for early morning if possible, avoid the 17:00–24:00 window especially when traveling by bus, and bring your own water, snacks, and sanitary supplies rather than counting on facilities at the crossing. ⭐ 3.0/5 2 reviews ## User Reviews ### Reviews about the checkpoint Isaccea, 3.0 ★★★☆☆ 4 reviews All Positive Negative Сергій ★★★★★ Вранці швидко і сервісний персонал Елена ★★★★★ Ехали в субботу в 15.06 подъехали со стороны Румынии к КПП на легковом автомобиле - в 16.40 уже были в Орловке! Все - кордоны с обеих сторон, очередь на паром и сама переправа - в целом чуть больше полутора часов! Дякую! Тетяна ★☆☆☆☆ Чекали на кордоні з 17:00 до 23:40, жодного автобуса не пускали, тільки легкові автомобілі. Спека стояла неможлива, туалети жахливі, води немає де придбати. Жахливі!!! 25.06. 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 Isaccea Address: 800025, Romania, Galati, Portului, nr. 34 Phone: +402 36460706 Email: [office@navrom.ro](mailto:office@navrom.ro) GPS Coordinates: 45.284085, 28.452964 [Show on map](https://nakordoni.eu/en/maps/ro-ua#id_231) ### How to get there To find the route from the capital of Romania (Bucharest) to Isaccea Border Crossing, you have several transportation options: 1. By car: The quickest way to reach Isaccea from Bucharest is by car, which takes approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes. The route is about 280-300 km long, primarily using national roads. 2. By bus: There are bus services available from Bucharest to Isaccea. This option might take longer than driving but can be more economical. 3. By train and bus combination: You can take a train from Bucharest to a nearby city like Tulcea or Brăila, and then complete the journey to Isaccea by bus. This option may take longer but could be a good choice if you prefer rail travel for part of the journey. 4. By night bus: There's also a night bus option available, which could be convenient if you prefer overnight trave. The most direct route by road typically follows this path: 1. Take the A2 motorway east from Bucharest towards Constanta 2. Near Fetești, take the exit onto DN2A towards Giurgeni 3. Cross the Danube at Giurgeni-Vadu Oii Bridge 4. Continue on DN22 through Măcin 5. Follow DN22 to Isaccea Keep in mind that travel times and exact routes may vary depending on traffic conditions and any ongoing road works. It's always a good idea to check current road conditions and border crossing information before starting your journey, especially if you're planning to cross into Ukraine at the Isaccea Border Crossing. ##### Nearest checkpoints - [Siret](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_138) – 351.5 km - [Rakovets](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_143) – 354.1 km - [Vicovu de Sus](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_141) – 366.6 km - [Sighetu Marmatiei](https://nakordoni.eu/en/id/id_136) – 457.3 km ## News at this checkpoint ### [Queues at the Romanian ferry crossing point "Isaccea": "Orlivka" from the Ukrainian side works without delays](https://nakordoni.eu/en/news/2026-07-01/cherhy-na-rumunskomu-poromnomu-punkti-isakcha-orlivka-z-boku-ukrainy-pratsiuie-bez-zatrymok) 01.07.2026 [All news →](https://nakordoni.eu/en/news) ### Emergency Contacts & Support **Romania Emergency Services** - [112 — universal emergency](tel:112) **Ukraine Emergency Services** - [112 — universal emergency](tel:112) - [102 — police](tel:102) - [103 — ambulance](tel:103) - [101 — fire department](tel:101) **Roadside Assistance** - [ACR Auto Club: +40-21-9222](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 Romania-Ukraine border → 19](https://nakordoni.eu/en/stat/5/1) ## 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)