Chisinau to Iaşi by bus
Iaşi lies 97 km (60 mi) west of Chisinau, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 1 h 59 min including stops, over roughly 118 km (73 mi) of road.
| Chisinau | Iaşi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Moldova | Romania |
| Population | 635,994 | 378,954 |
| Elevation | 24 m (79 ft) | 66 m (217 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Chisinau) | UTC+3 (Europe/Bucharest) |
| Postal codes | MD-2000 | 507184–700951 |
What changes when you arrive in Iaşi
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 Chisinau to Iaşi
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Staying in Iaşi
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Common questions
How far is Iaşi from Chisinau?
97 km (60 mi) in a straight line, west of Chisinau; by road roughly 118 km (73 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chisinau to Iaşi by bus?
About 1 h 59 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chisinau and Iaşi?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Iaşi?
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.