How to travel from Budva to Dubrovnik

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Compare bus and ferry for Budva to Dubrovnik

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Budva to Dubrovnik among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €46 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 3h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €46, while a ferry costs an average of €57.

Distance: 45 miles (73 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Budva to Dubrovnik

Compare the available ways to get from Budva to Dubrovnik, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Budva to Dubrovnik is a bus with an average price of €46.

This is compared to other travel options from Budva to Dubrovnik:

A bus is €11 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Budva to Dubrovnik costing on average €57.

The fastest way to travel from Budva to Dubrovnik is by ferry with an average journey time of 3h 22m.

Other travel options to Dubrovnik take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Budva and Dubrovnik including taking a bus and ferry.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Budva to Dubrovnik among Omio's users.

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How to get from Budva to Dubrovnik by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Budva to Dubrovnik is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Božur
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  • Božur
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  • Jadran Ekspres Kotor
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FAQs: Travel from Budva to Dubrovnik

Travel to Dubrovnik easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Budva to Dubrovnik.

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There are 2 options to travel between Budva and Dubrovnik including taking a bus and ferry.
The cheapest way to travel from Budva to Dubrovnik is a bus with an average price of €46.

This is compared to other travel options from Budva to Dubrovnik:

A bus is €11 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Budva to Dubrovnik costing on average €57.

The fastest way to travel from Budva to Dubrovnik is by ferry with an average journey time of 3h 22m.

Other travel options to Dubrovnik take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 25m.

The distance from Budva to Dubrovnik is approximately 45 miles (73 km).
The average frequency per day from Budva to Dubrovnik is:
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 1 ferries per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Budva and Dubrovnik as scheduled services by bus and ferry can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Budva to Dubrovnik:
  • Buses mostly depart from Budva, Autobuska Stanica (Будва, Аутобуска Станица) and arrive in Dubrovnik, Autobusni kolodvor.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Budva and arrive in Dubrovnik.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Budva to Dubrovnik, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with CroatiaBus - Globtour, Jadran Ekspres Kotor, Božur, Infobus, GoOpti, Royal Travel to go to Dubrovnik by bus.
  • Travel with KOMPAS to go to Dubrovnik by ferry.
Yes, there are direct services available from Budva to Dubrovnik with the following travel companies:
  • 7 direct buses per day with CroatiaBus - Globtour, Jadran Ekspres Kotor, Božur, Infobus, GoOpti, Royal Travel.
  • 1 direct ferries per day with KOMPAS.
Omio customers who travel from Budva to Dubrovnik often also extend their vacation to go to Kotor, Split, Mostar, Bari, Zagreb. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Dubrovnik and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Dubrovnik to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Dubrovnik, you can explore the Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site with medieval architecture and cobblestone streets. Take a cable car ride up Mount Srđ for breathtaking views of the city and surrounding islands. Discover Lokrum Island, a nature reserve with botanical gardens and historical ruins. Visit the Dubrovnik Aquarium to see Adriatic marine life. Enjoy a sunset kayak tour around the city walls and nearby islands. Must-see sights include the Dubrovnik City Walls, Rector's Palace, Dubrovnik Cathedral, Lovrijenac Fortress, and Stradun, the main street of the Old Town.
To fully experience Dubrovnik's historic sites, stunning coastline, and cultural attractions, plan to spend at least 3 to 4 days in the city.

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