Day trip from Chernivtsi to Bacău
Bacău lies 205 km (128 mi) south of Chernivtsi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 205 km (128 mi) apart, Bacău is a realistic day trip from Chernivtsi: about 3 h 20 min each way by 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 tours and tickets in 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 road?
About 3 h 20 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.