How to travel from Batumi to Tbilisi (train, minivan, bus)?
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 13 days ago
TL;DR
The easiest options are a marshrutka (minibus) from Batumi bus station (5-6 hours, 25-30 GEL) or the train (20-40 GEL, ~5-6 hours); groups can also book a private minivan via GoTrip.ge.
What the community said
For booking a minivan for a group in Tbilisi, travelers recommend the GoTrip.ge platform — you can find or gather fellow passengers and split the ride cost.
28 days ago GoTrip.ge
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From Batumi to Tbilisi, the most convenient option is a marshrutka (shared minibus) from the central bus station — the trip takes 5-6 hours and costs around 25-30 GEL.
29 days ago 25-30 GEL, Batumi central bus station
An alternative to the minibus is the Batumi-Tbilisi train, with tickets from 20 to 40 GEL depending on class, journey time is also around 5-6 hours; bookable at railway.ge.
29 days ago railway.ge, 20-40 GEL
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For a 2-3 day stay in Tbilisi after Batumi, it's best to base yourself in the city center or Vake district — both offer easy access to major sights and the airport.
30 days ago Vake district
To get to Rustavi from Tbilisi, take the metro to Samgori station and then a marshrutka from there — the trip takes about 40-50 minutes and costs 3-5 GEL; renting accommodation in Rustavi for just one night isn't worth it.
30 days ago Samgori metro station, 3-5 GEL