Standard
from €180Audi A4 2017
- RO/RU driverprofessional, vetted
- Help at the Sculeni or Leușeni–Albița borderincluded
- 30 min free waitingwe track the flight
- Phone charging cableUSB-C and Lightning
- 4G Wi-Fi, water, help with luggage
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Chisinau to Iasi Transfer, City and Airport
Door-to-door private transfer both ways, from €180 per car
From anywhere in Moldova to Iasi city or Iasi Airport (IAS), and back. The driver helps you through the Sculeni or Leușeni–Albița border crossing, and the price is fixed for the whole car.
Standard
€45 each when there are four of you
from€180/ car
Choose Standard
Business
Audi A6 2022, RO/RU/EN driver
from€220/ car
Choose Business
VIP
Name sign in the terminal, 60 min waiting
from€280/ car
Choose VIP
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Chișinăuany address in Moldova
BorderSculeni or Leușeni–Albița, 30-60 min
Iașicity or IAS airport
Fixed price per carNot per person, not per kilometre
We track your flightA delay costs you nothing
Pay at the endNo deposit, cash or card
Romanian, Russian, EnglishVetted drivers
Price your Chisinau to Iasi transfer
Choose the direction, class and town in Moldova. The price is the same both ways and does not depend on how many of you travel.
How much is a Chisinau to Iasi transfer? 2026 prices
A private Chisinau to Iasi transfer costs €180 in Standard, €220 in Business and €280 in VIP, for the whole car, in either direction. Split between four passengers, Standard is €45 each. The trip takes 3-3.5 hours including the border.
Chișinău ↔ Iași, city or IAS airportone way, the same price both ways
| Chișinău | Standard | Business | VIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Any address in ChișinăuCentre, Botanica, Buiucani, Rîșcani, Ciocana and the suburbs | €180 | €220 | €280 |
Cost per person and travel time
| Calculation | Standard | Business | VIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per person, 4 passengers | €45 | €55 | €70 |
| Travel time | ~3-3.5 hours, of which 30-60 min at the Sculeni or Leușeni–Albița border | ||
Iași ↔ other towns in Moldovaone way, per car
| Destination | Standard | Business | VIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strășeni / Hîncești | €170 | €200 | €260 |
| Comrat | €180 | €215 | €280 |
| Cahul | €200 | €240 | €310 |
| Castel Mimi, Bulboaca | €195 | €230 | €290 |
| Bălți | €230 | €275 | €350 |
| Soroca | €260 | €310 | €390 |
Round trip with 4-8 h waiting
| Route | Standard | Business | VIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iași ↔ Chișinău, any address | €335 | €390 | €440 |
For special routes or custom distances, call +373 60 000 500.
Chisinau to Iasi: bus, minibus, train or private transfer
Chișinău to Iași is about 130 km and 3-3.5 hours including the border. Buses and minibuses leave Chișinău's bus stations on a timetable, the train runs via Ungheni from station to station, and a PlusRent private transfer picks you up at your door at your time, from €180 per car, which is €45 each when there are four of you.
People look for this trip in many ways: Chisinau to Iasi transport, Chisinau Iasi minibus, transfer or taxi. We run the private option: a car only for your group, 4+1 seats, leaving when you choose. No waiting for the bus to fill up, no stops for other passengers and no change of vehicle at the border. We drive Chisinau to Iasi and Iasi to Chisinau at the same price, including from Iasi Airport (IAS) to any town in Moldova.
Bus
Scheduled bus or minibus
Leaves Chișinău's bus stations on a timetable, with stops on the way. The cheapest option if the departure time suits you.
Train
Via Ungheni
Runs on a timetable, station to station. To reach Iasi Airport or your address you still need a taxi.
€180
PlusRent private transfer
Door to door, at your time, for the whole car: €45 each when there are four of you. The driver helps at the border.
Minibus or shared ride
What you usually get
- Fixed timetable, does not wait for your flight
- Many stops, a longer trip
- Tight seats, limited luggage
- You handle the border alone
- English, rarely
- From the bus station, not your door
PlusRent private transfer
What you get every time
- A car just for you, at the time you pick
- Straight from your address or the airport
- 4+1 seats, no luggage limit
- Help at the Sculeni or Leușeni–Albița border
- Romanian, Russian, English
- Fixed price per car, pay at the end
How long does the Sculeni or Leușeni–Albița border take, and what do you need?
Crossing the Moldova-Romania border at Sculeni or Leușeni–Albița usually takes 30-60 minutes. The only document you need is a valid passport: Moldovan citizens with a biometric passport enter the EU visa-free, and the PlusRent driver crosses this border every day and helps you with the formalities.
~130 km
2-2.5 hours of driving
From Chișinău to Iași via Sculeni or via Leușeni–Albița, depending on traffic and the queue at the border.
30-60 min
At the border
How long the exit check from Moldova and the entry into Romania usually take. The driver helps with the formalities.
Passport
The only document you need
Moldovan citizens with a biometric passport enter the EU visa-free. Non-EU citizens are registered in the EES system on their first entry. Details in the questions below.
Standard, Business or VIP: what you get
The PlusRent Chisinau to Iasi transfer comes in three classes, all at a fixed price per car in either direction: Standard €180 with a RO/RU driver and border help, Business €220 in an Audi A6 2022 or Lexus NX300h with a RO/RU/EN driver, and VIP €280 in a Mercedes E or BMW 5 Series with a name sign at Iasi Airport (IAS).
Most chosen
Business
from €220Audi A6 2022 / Lexus NX300h
- Multilingual driverRomanian, Russian, English
- Priority help at the borderflexible pickup
- Priority confirmation
- Phone charging cableUSB-C and Lightning
VIP
from €280Mercedes E / BMW 5 Series
- VIP driver in a suitdedicated concierge
- Meet and greet with a name signIasi Airport (IAS)
- 60 min waiting includedpriority at the border
- Premium snacks, mineral water
- Phone charging cableUSB-C and Lightning
From Iași straight to the wineries: Castel Mimi, Cricova, Mileștii Mici
Landing in Iași and heading straight to a Moldovan winery? We take you there, per car, no changes.
- Castel Mimi, Bulboaca€195
- Cricova winery€175
- Mileștii Mici winery€185
We provide the door-to-door transfer only. Tours, tastings and entry tickets are booked directly with the winery, ideally in advance. For any other winery, call +373 60 000 500.
Pay on arrivalNo deposit. Cash euro/lei or card at the end.
Border helpIncluded in every class.
Flight delayed? We wait30 min free, 60 min in VIP.
Same price day and nightBoth ways, per car, not per person.
How do you book a Chisinau to Iasi transfer?
Booking the Chisinau to Iasi transfer takes a few minutes: message us on WhatsApp or call +373 60 000 500, confirm the date, the address and, if you fly, your flight number, and the driver picks you up at your door or in the Iasi Airport (IAS) terminal. You pay at the destination, no deposit.
Message or call us
+373 60 000 500, WhatsApp or Telegram, reply in 3 minutes, 24/7.
Confirm the details
Class, date, time or flight, and the final address.
We meet you
The driver waits at your address or in the terminal; in VIP with a name sign.
A comfortable ride
~3 hours, border included. Pay at the destination, cash EUR/MDL or card.
Iași and Moldova transport for companies
Delegations, partners and teams flying through Iași, picked up in the terminal. Fixed rates, monthly invoicing, one dedicated manager.
- Priority booking
- Fixed rates
- Dedicated manager
- Monthly invoicing
- 24/7 support
Frequently asked questions
What you need to know before booking. For anything else, the dispatcher answers 24/7.
Ask on WhatsAppHow much is the transfer from Iasi to Chisinau?
We offer 3 packages: Standard Private €180, Business Comfort €220 (most popular) and VIP Executive €280. All prices are per vehicle (4+1 seats), all-inclusive: WiFi, water, Sculeni or Leuseni–Albita border assistance. No hidden costs. Pay on arrival.
How much is the transfer from Chișinău to Iași?
Same price in both directions: Standard €180, Business €220, VIP €280 per car, from central Chișinău to Iași city or Iași Airport (IAS). Split between 4 passengers, Standard is €45 per person. The drive takes ~3–3.5 hours, including 30–60 minutes at the Sculeni or Leușeni–Albița border.
How long is the drive from Iasi to Chisinau?
Distance is ~130 km. Actual driving: 2–2.5 hours. At Sculeni or Leuseni–Albita border: 30–60 minutes. Total: ~3–3.5 hours. Our drivers cross the border daily and know all procedures to minimize waiting time.
How far is Iasi from Chisinau?
About 130 km. The driving itself takes 2-2.5 hours, and the Sculeni or Leușeni–Albița border usually adds 30-60 minutes, so 3-3.5 hours door to door.
How many passengers can travel?
Our vehicles seat 4+1 seats (4 passengers + driver). Price is per vehicle, not per person, whether you travel alone or with 4 people, the cost stays the same. Luggage included with no limits.
How does border assistance work?
Border crossing point is Sculeni or Leuseni–Albita. Valid passport required. Process takes 30–60 minutes on average. Our drivers assist with formalities, explain the process and help with documents if needed. Border assistance is included in all packages.
What vehicles do you use for transfers?
Premium 4+1 seat vehicles: Audi A4 (Standard), Audi A6 2022 / Lexus NX300h (Business), Mercedes E-Class / BMW 5 Series (VIP). All with climate control, 4G WiFi, chargers, clean and inspected daily.
Can I book a round-trip transfer?
Yes. We offer round-trip with 4–8 hours wait. Prices: Standard €335, Business €390, VIP €440. Round-trip benefits from an automatic -10% discount compared to two separate transfers.
How do I pay?
No prepayment for individual bookings. Pay the driver at the end of the trip, cash (EUR or MDL) or bank card. For companies with recurring bookings, we offer monthly invoicing.
Do drivers speak English?
All drivers speak Romanian and Russian. English is available on request: please mention when booking. With VIP Executive, multilingual drivers (EN/RO/RU) are included by default.
Do I need a visa to cross the Moldova-Romania border?
Everyone needs a valid passport. Citizens of Moldova with a biometric passport have travelled to Romania and the rest of the EU without a visa since April 2014, for up to 90 days in any 180. Citizens of the EU, UK, US, Canada, Japan and Australia enter Moldova without a visa for up to 90 days in any 180. Romania has been in the Schengen area since 1 January 2025, so non-EU travellers entering Romania are registered in the EU Entry/Exit System (fingerprints and a photo) the first time. Citizens of Russia and most CIS countries need a visa to enter Romania (a valid Schengen visa is accepted), so check your own requirements before the trip. PlusRent drivers assist with the border procedures.
Do you accept card payments?
Yes, we accept all major bank cards (Visa, Mastercard, Maestro). Payment occurs upon arrival at destination. We also accept cash in EUR or MDL, no commissions or surcharges for any payment method.
Can you take me to Castel Mimi / Cricova / Mileștii Mici from Iași?
Yes. We provide private transfer to all major Moldovan wineries from Iași Airport or any location in Iași. Castel Mimi (Bulboaca): €195 Standard, €230 Business, €290 VIP. Cricova Cellars: €175. Mileștii Mici: €185. Prices are per vehicle (4+1 seats), not per person. Important: We provide transportation only, winery tours, tastings, and entry fees are booked separately, directly with the wineries (advance reservation recommended).
How do I get from Chisinau to Iasi?
The road is about 130 km and takes 3-3.5 hours including the border (Sculeni or Leuseni-Albita). Besides the scheduled buses, the door-to-door option is a private transfer: PlusRent picks you up at any address in Chisinau or anywhere in Moldova, at any hour, 24/7, and takes you to Iasi city or Iasi Airport (IAS). The price is fixed per car: from €180 (4+1 seats), which is €45 per person when you are four. The driver helps you through the border crossing.
Why a private transfer rather than a bus or a taxi?
A PlusRent transfer leaves from your address at the time you choose, with no changes and no waiting at a bus station. The price is fixed per car and known up front: Standard €180, Business €220, VIP €280. The driver knows both border crossings (Sculeni and Leuseni-Albita) and assists you at customs.
Can you pick me up at Iasi Airport after landing?
Yes. Send us your flight number, we track the landing and the driver waits in the Iasi Airport (IAS) terminal: 30 minutes free in Standard and Business, 60 minutes in VIP, where we meet you with a name sign. We take you anywhere in Moldova at the same fixed price per car.
Do you have child seats for the trip to Iasi?
Yes. A child seat is included in the price in every class, at no extra charge. Tell us the child's age when you book, and the dispatcher confirms that the right seat is available for your travel date.
Is the Chisinau to Iasi transfer more expensive at night?
No. The price is the same day and night, at weekends and on holidays: €180 in Standard, €220 in Business and €280 in VIP, in either direction. We drive 24/7, so an early flight from Iasi Airport (IAS) costs the same fixed price.
How do I get from Iași Airport to Chișinău?
The quickest door-to-door way is a private transfer. The driver meets you at Iași Airport (IAS), tracks your flight and drives you to any address in Chișinău or Moldova for a fixed €180 per car (4+1 seats), the same day and night. The trip takes about 3-3.5 hours with the Sculeni or Leușeni-Albița border, where the driver assists at customs.
How much is a taxi from Iași to Chișinău?
A fixed-price private transfer costs €180 per car for up to 4 passengers, so €45 each for four. There is no meter, and nights and weekends cost the same. Business costs €220 and VIP €280. Border assistance, luggage and a child seat are included.
In short: Private transfer Chișinău ↔ Iași from PlusRent, from €180 per vehicle (4+1 seats), about 3–3.5 hours on the direct route via the Sculeni or Leușeni–Albița border, with driver-assisted customs. Pickup from any location in Iași: IAS airport, train station, hotel or any address. Booking 24/7: +373 60 000 500.
The price is fixed, per vehicle, not per person, with no prepayment: payment at the end, cash or card. We track flights in real time for Iași Airport (IAS) pickups. Extended routes to Moldovan wineries: Castel Mimi €195, Cricova €175, Mileștii Mici €185 (transport only). For Chișinău Airport (KIV) transfersfrom 45€.
What is the PlusRent Chisinau to Iasi transfer?
The PlusRent Chisinau–Iasi transfer is a private door-to-door car ride between Moldova and Iasi, Romania, in both directions. The route is about 130 km and takes 3 to 3.5 hours, including the Sculeni or Leuseni–Albita border. Prices for 2026 are fixed per vehicle with 4+1 seats: Standard €180, Business €220, VIP €280. For example, four passengers on Standard pay €45 each.
The trip works in three steps. First, book by phone or WhatsApp at +373 60 000 500, 24/7. Second, the driver picks you up at any address, including Iasi Airport (IAS), the train station or a hotel. Finally, the driver assists you at the border and drops you anywhere in Moldova.
A round trip with 4 to 8 hours of waiting costs €335, €390 or €440, which is 10% less than two single rides. Payment is made at the destination, in cash or by card, with no prepayment. Our booking data shows 1754 completed orders since 2022.
Where can a PlusRent driver pick me up and take me?
The PlusRent Iași → Moldova transfer service offers pickup from any location in Iași: Iași International Airport (IAS), Iași Train Station, downtown hotels, restaurants, private addresses, or any other point in the city. Drop-off is available to any location in Chișinău (center, Botanica, Buiucani, Râșcani, Ciocana, suburbs, hotels, private addresses) and across Moldova. Distance Iași → Chișinău: ~130 km, ~3–3.5 hours, including the Sculeni or Leușeni–Albița border crossing (driver assists with all customs procedures).
Popular extended routes: Castel Mimi winery in Bulboaca (€230 Business, €195 Standard, €290 VIP), Cricova Cellars (€175), Mileștii Mici winery (€185), plus major cities, Bălți (€230), Comrat (€180), Cahul (€200). All prices are per vehicle (4+1 seats), not per passenger. Includes WiFi, water, border assistance, 30-min free wait. Pay on arrival, cash (EUR/MDL) or card. Note: PlusRent provides private transfer service only (door-to-door driving) to the wineries listed above, winery tours, tastings, and entry fees are arranged separately, directly with the wineries.
For private transfer bookings to Castel Mimi, Cricova, or Mileștii Mici from Iași or Chișinău, call +373 60 000 500.
Heading to Iași or landing at IAS?
Tell us the date and the address. We confirm the car in a few minutes; you pay at the destination.