Chernivtsi to Bacău by bus
Bacău lies 205 km (128 mi) south of Chernivtsi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 3 h 56 min including stops, over roughly 251 km (156 mi) of road.
| Chernivtsi | Bacău | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ukraine | Romania |
| Population | 264,298 | 136,087 |
| Elevation | 260 m (853 ft) | 165 m (541 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Kyiv) | UTC+3 (Europe/Bucharest) |
What changes when you arrive in Bacău
Crossing from Ukraine into Romania: money changes from the Hryvnia to the Leu (RON); the dialling code becomes +40; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Where to book buses from Chernivtsi to Bacău
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Staying in Bacău
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Common questions
How far is Bacău from Chernivtsi?
205 km (128 mi) in a straight line, south of Chernivtsi; by road roughly 251 km (156 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chernivtsi to Bacău by bus?
About 3 h 56 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chernivtsi and Bacău?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Bacău?
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.