How to find a private driver or shared minivan for trips from Batumi to nearby towns (like Shekvetili or Kutaisi airport)?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 3 days ago
TL;DR
Shared minivans to Shekvetili and toward Kutaisi airport leave from Baku Street near the casino for about 10 GEL per person; to find a driver, use apps like Bolt/Yandex Go or local transport chats, which can also arrange a minibus for groups of up to 9 people.
What the community said
For a group of up to 9 people, you can book a private minibus — such requests are usually arranged through local transport chats or driver contacts recommended by other travelers.
3 days ago
A shared minivan heading to Shekvetili and Kutaisi airport departs from Baku Street near the casino, costing around 10 GEL per passenger.
3 days ago 10 GEL, Baku St. near the casino
To find a private driver in Batumi, travelers recommend using taxi apps (Bolt, Yandex Go) or local messenger groups where trusted driver contacts are shared.
3 days ago Bolt, Yandex Go