Bălţi to Galaţi by bus
Galaţi lies 259 km (161 mi) south of Bălţi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 4 h 54 min including stops, over roughly 316 km (196 mi) of road.
| Bălţi | Galaţi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Moldova | Romania |
| Population | 125,000 | 217,851 |
| Elevation | 110 m (361 ft) | 24 m (79 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Chisinau) | UTC+3 (Europe/Bucharest) |
| Postal codes | MD-3100 | 337349–800702 |
What changes when you arrive in Galaţi
Crossing from Moldova into Romania: money changes from the Leu to the Leu (RON); the dialling code becomes +40; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Where to book buses from Bălţi to Galaţi
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Staying in Galaţi
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Common questions
How far is Galaţi from Bălţi?
259 km (161 mi) in a straight line, south of Bălţi; by road roughly 316 km (196 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bălţi to Galaţi by bus?
About 4 h 54 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bălţi and Galaţi?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Galaţi?
The Leu (RON).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.