# Malko Tarnovo – Dereköy border queue today

> Data updated 07:30, September 22, 2026 (Europe/Warsaw) (0 min ago)
> Sources: [DPSU](https://dpsu.gov.ua) · [eCherha](https://echerha.gov.ua) · [granica.gov.pl](https://granica.gov.pl) · [traveller reports](https://kolejkanagranicy.pl/en/o-serwisie#zrodla) · [nakordoni.eu](https://nakordoni.eu/en)
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As of 07:31 (Warsaw time) on September 22, 2026, the queue at the “Malko Tarnovo – Dereköy” border crossing is 3:15 towards Türkiye and 45 min towards Bulgaria. Queues are usually shortest between 01:00 and 05:00.

| | → Türkiye | → Bulgaria |
|---|---|---|
| Cars | 3:15 | 45 min |
| Buses | — | — |
| On foot | — | — |

Coordinates: 41.96721, 27.458

## Key facts

- Name on the Bulgaria side: Malko Tarnovo
- Name on the Türkiye side: Dereköy
- Open for: Cars
- Opening hours: 24/7

## When is the queue at Malko Tarnovo – Dereköy shortest?

Below is a typical week at this crossing: how long you usually wait each hour. These are medians over 60 days (1719 measurements) converted to waiting time, not a forecast for today.

- Calmest day: Tuesday
- Busiest day: Friday
- Best time to set off: Monday, 01:00–03:00
- Time to avoid: Friday, 17:00–19:00

| Day | Typical wait |
|---|---|
| Monday | 1:01 |
| Tuesday | 58 min |
| Wednesday | 1:02 |
| Thursday | 1:08 |
| Friday | 1:10 |
| Saturday | 1:10 |
| Sunday | 1:03 |

## FAQ

### What is the current queue at Malko Tarnovo – Dereköy?

As of 07:31 (Warsaw time) on September 22, 2026, the queue at the “Malko Tarnovo – Dereköy” border crossing is 3:15 towards Türkiye and 45 min towards Bulgaria. Queues are usually shortest between 01:00 and 05:00.

### When is the queue at Malko Tarnovo – Dereköy shortest?

Over the last 60 days the calmest day at this crossing has been Tuesday and the busiest Friday. The queue is usually shortest on Monday, 01:00–03:00 and longest on Friday, 17:00–19:00.