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Cultural History Museum
Leading cultural history museum inside the Rector's Palace, presenting Dubrovnik Republic life and state rooms.
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kotor to Dubrovnik is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kotor to Dubrovnik will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 5 buses that leave Kotor for Dubrovnik on Thu, Jul 16, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 16 the direct buses cover the 61 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Thu, Jul 16 the slowest buses will take 2 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kotor to Dubrovnik among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a bus costs an average of $36.
Distance: 37 miles (61 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$43 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Dubrovnik take longer:
Ferry takes on average 2h 43m.
You'll arrive about -1h -14m sooner (2h 19m by bus vs 2h 5m by car) and save roughly $-27.72 (€-22.78) compared to fuel and tolls ($43 (€35) vs $15 (€13)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Jadran Ekspres Kotor, Božur, Blue Line, Croatia Bus d.o.o., CroatiaBus - Globtour, Royal Travel, Infobus, Bozur.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Royal Travel | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator CroatiaBus - Globtour | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Božur | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Blue Line | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator CroatiaBus - Globtour | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Jadran Ekspres Kotor | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator CroatiaBus - Globtour | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Jadran Ekspres Kotor | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Jadran Ekspres Kotor | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator CroatiaBus - Globtour | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Jadran Ekspres Kotor | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
The table below shows live departures for Kotor to Dubrovnik buses for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0 | 2:40 PM Kotor, Autobuska Stanica | 2h20 | 5:00 PM Dubrovnik | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 3:55 PM Kotor, Autobuska Stanica | 1h40 | 5:35 PM Dubrovnik | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, July 16 | |||||
![]() | 8:30 AM Kotor, Autobuska Stanica | 2h15 | 10:45 AM Dubrovnik, Autobusni kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Kotor to Dubrovnik run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $36 (€30) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:15, the last at 20:30. The fastest bus covers the 37 miles (61 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 37 miles (61 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€30) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 5:15 AM |
Last bus 8:30 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 56 days |
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Leading cultural history museum inside the Rector's Palace, presenting Dubrovnik Republic life and state rooms.
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Main square facing St Blaise Church and Orlando's Column, central to festivals, ceremonies, and city life.
Working old harbor lined with stone quays and boats, offering classic views of walls, forts, and Lokrum.
Slow-cooked beef in a sweet-sour sauce with prošek wine, prunes and spices. A festive Dubrovnik classic with strong historical links to the old Republic.
Black risotto colored with cuttlefish ink, usually made with squid or cuttlefish. A signature Adriatic seafood dish common on Dubrovnik menus.
Small fried fish, often whitebait or anchovies, served simply with lemon. A staple of the Dalmatian coast and popular in Dubrovnik taverns.
Michelin-starred fine dining above Ploče Gate, known for Adriatic tasting menus, polished service and sea views in an elegant historic setting.
Refined waterfront restaurant outside the Old Town, celebrated for modern Dalmatian seafood, excellent wines and romantic views over Lokrum.
Well-known traditional restaurant in the Old Town serving local classics, seafood and rožata in a historic stone interior with terrace seating.
Dubrovnik is pricier than most Croatian cities, especially in peak season. Old Town stays, dining, and tours cost more, while local buses stay fairly affordable.
Tipping is appreciated but not required. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafés.
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