Kropyvnytskyi to Bender by train
Bender lies 280 km (174 mi) south-west of Kropyvnytskyi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 1 min at the speeds typical of Ukraine and Moldova rail, over roughly 342 km (212 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Kropyvnytskyi | Bender | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ukraine | Moldova |
| Population | 219,676 | 110,175 |
| Elevation | 114 m (374 ft) | 33 m (108 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Kyiv) | UTC+3 (Europe/Chisinau) |
| Stations on record | Kropyvnytskyi | Bendery-1, Bendery-2 |
What changes when you arrive in Bender
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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Common questions
How far is Bender from Kropyvnytskyi?
280 km (174 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Kropyvnytskyi; by road roughly 342 km (212 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kropyvnytskyi to Bender by train?
About 4 h 1 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kropyvnytskyi and Bender?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Bender?
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.