- Must visit
Gonio-Apsaros Museum-Reserve
Museum in a historic fortress displaying finds from one of Georgia's most important Roman and Byzantine archaeological sites.
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 43 m
Buses per day
42
Distance
266 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tbilisi to Batumi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tbilisi to Batumi will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 42 buses that leave Tbilisi for Batumi on Wed, Aug 05, 42 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 266 km distance in an average of 4 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 4 h 55 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 Tbilisi to Batumi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €23.
Distance: 165 miles (266 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€14 Average price Cheapest | €23 Average price | €39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 31m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration Fastest 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Tbilisi to Batumi:
A bus is €9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tbilisi to Batumi costing on average €23.
Other travel options to Batumi take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 1m.
Tickets start at around €14 compared to roughly €39 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €25. The journey takes 6h 1m versus 4h 53m 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 Citybus Georgia, Metro Georgia, Infobus, Hayreniq Tour, Citybus Georgia, Metro Georgia.
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 Metro Georgia | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Citybus Georgia | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Citybus Georgia | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator Hayreniq Tour | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Citybus Georgia | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Georgian Bus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator Citybus Georgia | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Citybus Georgia | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Citybus Georgia | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Citybus Georgia | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Citybus Georgia | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 12:01AM | Duration 6h01 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 12:01AM | Duration 5h31 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Georgian Bus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Citybus Georgia | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Metro Georgia | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 5h31 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €18 |
The table below shows live departures for Tbilisi to Batumi buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:00 AM Tbilisi | 6h00 | 5:00 PM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 AM Tbilisi | 5h30 | 5:00 PM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Tbilisi | 5h45 | 5:45 PM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Tbilisi | 6h30 | 6:30 PM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:35 PM Tbilisi | 5h55 | 6:30 PM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:35 PM Tbilisi | 5h10 | 5:45 PM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
7259432 | 1:00 PM Tbilisi | 5h55 | 6:55 PM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Tbilisi | 6h00 | 8:00 PM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:40 PM Tbilisi | 5h20 | 8:00 PM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Tbilisi | 5h30 | 8:30 PM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:35 PM Tbilisi | 4h55 | 8:30 PM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
7070327 | 4:00 PM Tbilisi | 5h55 | 9:55 PM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 PM Tbilisi | 5h15 | 9:45 PM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Tbilisi | 4h45 | 9:45 PM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
7277571 | 6:00 PM Tbilisi | 5h30 | 11:30 PM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Tbilisi | 6h01 | 12:01 AM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 6:30 PM Tbilisi | 5h30 | 12:00 AM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 PM Tbilisi | 5h31 | 12:01 AM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Tbilisi | 5h45 | 12:45 AM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:40 PM Tbilisi | 5h05 | 12:45 AM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 PM Tbilisi | 5h30 | 4:30 AM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
7292901 | 11:00 PM Tbilisi | 6h00 | 5:00 AM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 PM Tbilisi | 5h00 | 4:30 AM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:59 PM Tbilisi | 5h31 | 5:30 AM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
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![]() | 12:20 AM Tbilisi | 5h10 | 5:30 AM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
7231459 | 1:00 AM Tbilisi | 5h30 | 6:30 AM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
7231459 | 1:00 AM Tbilisi | 5h55 | 6:55 AM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 AM Tbilisi | 4h45 | 5:45 AM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:15 AM Tbilisi | 4h30 | 5:45 AM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
7307436 | 2:00 AM Tbilisi | 5h35 | 7:35 AM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
7301291 | 2:30 AM Tbilisi | 7h30 | 10:00 AM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
7224546 | 8:00 AM Tbilisi | 5h35 | 1:35 PM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Tbilisi | 6h00 | 2:00 PM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 9:00 AM Tbilisi | 5h30 | 2:30 PM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Tbilisi | 6h00 | 3:00 PM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Tbilisi | 4h40 | 1:40 PM Batumi | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Tbilisi to Batumi run on average 25 times per day, taking around 6h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 25 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 165 miles (266 km) distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 165 miles (266 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 25 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Discover the best of Batumi — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Batumi trip today.
Museum in a historic fortress displaying finds from one of Georgia's most important Roman and Byzantine archaeological sites.
Main regional museum presenting archaeology, ethnography, and Adjara's history in a manageable collection near central Batumi.
Adjara's leading art museum with Georgian and European works, ideal for understanding regional visual culture and modern exhibitions.
Historic square framed by restored architecture, fountains, and cafés nearby; a prime starting point for exploring old Batumi.
Long seafront promenade with sculptures, gardens, cycling paths, and sunset views; Batumi's essential everyday walking area.
Landscaped botanical garden north of the city, famous for sea panoramas and plant collections from several world regions.
Adjarian khachapuri is Batumi’s signature boat-shaped bread filled with cheese, butter, and egg, reflecting Adjara’s Black Sea identity and Georgia’s bread-and-cheese tradition.
Borano is an Adjarian dish of salty local cheese melted in butter until bubbling. It is rich, simple, and strongly associated with family cooking in the region.
Sinori is baked layers of dried dough with cottage cheese and butter or yogurt. It is a beloved Adjarian comfort dish often served at festive family meals.
An upscale restaurant in the Sheraton Batumi area with Georgian and European dishes, refined presentation, and a quieter fine-dining atmosphere.
A long-established Georgian restaurant known for Adjarian classics, khachapuri, and traditional décor. Popular with visitors seeking a classic local atmosphere.
A respected seafood-focused restaurant near the waterfront, known for fish, mussels, and polished service in a contemporary setting.
More affordable than many Black Sea resorts. Hotels, casual meals, and local transit are generally low-cost, though seafront dining and summer stays cost more.
Service may be included. If not, 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated. Round up in cafes and taxis; tips are modest, not mandatory.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tbilisi to Batumi by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Batumi, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Tbilisi to Batumi buses use the Tbilisi (თბილისი) to Batumi, Evropis Moedani (ბათუმი, ევროპის მოედანი) station pair, with some services arriving at Batumi, International Airport (ბათუმის, საერთაშორისო აეროპორტი). Use this guide to compare Tbilisi and Batumi bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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