Mykolayiv to Chisinau by bus
Chisinau lies 238 km (148 mi) west of Mykolayiv, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 4 h 31 min including stops, over roughly 290 km (180 mi) of road.
| Mykolayiv | Chisinau | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ukraine | Moldova |
| Population | 470,011 | 635,994 |
| Elevation | 23 m (75 ft) | 24 m (79 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Kyiv) | UTC+3 (Europe/Chisinau) |
What changes when you arrive in Chisinau
Crossing from Ukraine into Moldova: money changes from the Hryvnia to the Leu (MDL); the dialling code becomes +373; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
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Staying in Chisinau
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Common questions
How far is Chisinau from Mykolayiv?
238 km (148 mi) in a straight line, west of Mykolayiv; by road roughly 290 km (180 mi).
How long does it take to get from Mykolayiv to Chisinau by bus?
About 4 h 31 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mykolayiv and Chisinau?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Chisinau?
The Leu (MDL).
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.