- Must visit
National Museum of Serbia
Serbia’s main national museum on Republic Square, with archaeology, medieval art, and major European paintings. A core stop for understanding the country’s history and culture.
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
8 h 55 m
Average duration
9 h 30 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
280 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Podgorica to Belgrade is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Podgorica to Belgrade will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 7 buses that leave Podgorica for Belgrade on Fri, Jun 05, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 05 the direct buses cover the 280 km distance in an average of 9 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 55 m .
On Fri, Jun 05 the slowest buses will take 10 h 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.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Podgorica to Belgrade among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $30, and a flight costs an average of $52.
Distance: 173 miles (280 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$40 Average price | $137 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $85 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 15m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 19m Average total duration 9h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Podgorica to Belgrade:
A train is $10 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Podgorica to Belgrade costing on average $40 (€32).
A train is $107 (€87) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Podgorica to Belgrade costing on average $137 (€111).
Other travel options to Belgrade take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 45m.
Train takes on average 9h 49m.
Tickets start at around $40 (€32) compared to roughly $85 (€69) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $45 (€36). The journey takes 9h 45m versus 6h 33m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Lasta, Blue Line, Royal Travel, Božur, Trans Jug, Niš ekspres, Lens, Jadran Ekspres Kotor, Ozlem, Jadran Ekspres, City Lines, Severtrans Sombor.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Royal Travel | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Lasta | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Lasta | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Ozlem | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Trans Jug | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Jadran Ekspres Kotor | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Božur | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Božur | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Jadran Bus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Lens | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Blue Line | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Lens | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Blue Line | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
The table below shows live departures for Podgorica to Belgrade buses for today, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:00 PM Podgorica, Bus Station | 10h20 | 5:20 AM Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 PM Podgorica, Bus Station | 10h00 | 6:00 AM Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:45 PM Podgorica, Bus Station | 10h05 | 6:50 AM Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:40 PM Podgorica, Bus Station | 8h20 | 7:00 AM Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 PM Podgorica, Bus Station | 9h00 | 8:00 AM Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:40 AM Podgorica, Bus Station | 9h50 | 10:30 AM Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 AM Podgorica, Bus Station | 10h00 | 6:30 PM Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:45 AM Podgorica, Bus Station | 9h45 | 7:30 PM Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Podgorica to Belgrade run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by train.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 173 miles (280 km) distance in 9h 0m.
Distance 173 miles (280 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 9h 0m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Belgrade — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Belgrade trip today.
Serbia’s main national museum on Republic Square, with archaeology, medieval art, and major European paintings. A core stop for understanding the country’s history and culture.
Popular science museum dedicated to Nikola Tesla, with personal items, documents, and live demonstrations. One of Belgrade’s most visited museums.
Leading modern and contemporary art museum in New Belgrade, known for Yugoslav and Serbian art and its striking riverside modernist building.
Belgrade’s main pedestrian street, lined with historic buildings, shops, and cultural institutions. The essential central promenade for first-time visitors.
Large historic park around Belgrade Fortress, ideal for walking, sunset views, and open-air exploration above the rivers.
Central square framed by major museums and monuments, serving as a common orientation point and one of the city’s busiest public spaces.
Grilled minced meat sausages, usually served with flatbread, chopped onion, and kajmak. A classic Serbian grill staple widely loved in Belgrade.
A large seasoned grilled meat patty, often served in lepinja bread with onions, ajvar, and kajmak. One of the city’s most popular street and grill foods.
Breaded rolled pork or veal schnitzel stuffed with kajmak, then fried. It is a famous Serbian dish strongly associated with traditional restaurants in Belgrade.
Generally cheaper than many European capitals. Food, coffee, taxis, and local transport are good value; central hotels cost more.
About 10% in restaurants for good service; round up in cafes and taxis. Not mandatory, but appreciated. Check if a service charge is already included.
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