Driving from Chernivtsi to Satu Mare
Satu Mare lies 235 km (146 mi) west of Chernivtsi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h 35 min without stops, over roughly 286 km (178 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Chernivtsi | Satu Mare | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ukraine | Romania |
| Population | 264,298 | 112,490 |
| Elevation | 260 m (853 ft) | 124 m (407 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Kyiv) | UTC+3 (Europe/Bucharest) |
What changes when you arrive in Satu Mare
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 car hire from Chernivtsi to Satu Mare
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Staying in Satu Mare
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Common questions
How far is Satu Mare from Chernivtsi?
235 km (146 mi) in a straight line, west of Chernivtsi; by road roughly 286 km (178 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chernivtsi to Satu Mare by car?
About 3 h 35 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chernivtsi and Satu Mare?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Satu Mare?
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.