Ilinden – Exochi border queue today
As of 08:07 (Warsaw time) on August 7, 2026, the queue at the “Ilinden – Exochi” border crossing is 42 min (2 cars in queue) towards Greece and 48 min towards Bulgaria. Queues are usually shortest between 01:00 and 05:00.
Sources: DPSU · eCherha · granica.gov.pl · traveller reports
- Cars
- 42 min (2)
- Buses
- 42 min (2)
- On foot
- —
- Cars
- 48 min (3)
- Buses
- 48 min (3)
- On foot
- —
Data updated
Key facts: Ilinden – Exochi
| Name on the Bulgaria side | Ilinden |
|---|---|
| Name on the Greece side | Exochi |
| Crossing type | Road, international |
| Open for | Cars, Buses |
| Opening hours | 24/7 |
| Coordinates | 41.44402° N, 23.82586° E |
| Queue towards Greece now | 42 min |
| Queue towards Bulgaria now | 48 min |
When is the queue at Ilinden – Exochi shortest?
There are not yet enough observations at this crossing for weekly statistics.
Border queues are usually shortest at night, roughly between 01:00 and 05:00, and longest in the evening and at weekends. In the holiday season the Balkan-route peak falls on Saturdays. Check the live figures above before setting off.
Border webcams: Ilinden – Exochi
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about border queues
What is the current queue at Ilinden – Exochi?
As of 08:07 (Warsaw time) on August 7, 2026, the queue at the “Ilinden – Exochi” border crossing is 42 min (2 cars in queue) towards Greece and 48 min towards Bulgaria. Queues are usually shortest between 01:00 and 05:00.
When is the queue at Ilinden – Exochi shortest?
Queues are usually shortest at night between 01:00 and 05:00 and longest in the evening. Tuesday is the calmest weekday.