There is an overview of all types of transport in Tbilisi, payment for public transport in Georgia
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Tbilisi Railway Station
In Tbilisi, public transport is slightly different from that presented in Russia and Belarus. Each country has its own nuances and peculiarities, which are worth knowing in advance. The madloba team recommends that every tourist who is going to Georgia get acquainted with the recommendations and information.
Plan your travel around Georgia before you go on vacation! In this article, we will tell you in detail what types of transport are represented in the country, what tourists travel more often, and also tell you how to travel cheaper.
Airports in Georgia
In Georgia , air traffic is represented by three major international airports:
Tbilisi International – in Tbilisi.
Kutaisi International – in Kutaisi.
Chorokh – in Batumi.
Modern terminals provide high-quality service, creating comfortable conditions for traveling both within the country and abroad.
Kutaisi Airport Terminal is the first and only international hub in the country that provides low-cost transportation at low rates. In addition, a domestic flight to Svaneti departs from the airport. Georgianbus minibuses regularly run from the city center to the terminal, their movement is tied to the flight schedule, which is very convenient.
There is an airfield with an air taxi in Natakhtari. Vanilla Sky Georgia operates flights by helicopters and light aircraft. You will not only get to the right place quickly, but also get an unforgettable experience from an air tour. From Tbilisi to this airport there is a free transfer from the Radisson Blu Iveria Hotel.
Tbilisi Railway Station
This type of transport covers most of the country, connecting the capital with many regions.
Tbilisi Central is the only train station in the city that is located on the metro Station Square. The entrance to the station and the exit to the first platform, from where the direction Tbilisi-Batumi goes, are on the 2nd floor. The waiting room, ticket offices and other platforms are on the third floor.
Internal communication is mainly daytime, but night trains also run to Zugdidi and Ozurgeti.
The most popular route is Tbilisi–Batumi on the high-speed Swiss Stadler train. A comfortable double-decker express with all amenities will take you from the capital to the main resort in less than five hours. The ticket price is from 25 to 60 GEL. Discounts are provided for children.
You can buy tickets at the ticket offices at the station or on the websites: railway.ge and biletebi.ge . Such a ticket can not even be printed, but there is no way to choose a seat. However, by buying a ticket through the mobile app, access is opened for an additional fee.
Bus station
Bus stations are located in all Georgian settlements. This is the most popular way to travel around the country. Tickets are sold at the box office, you can also make an online order on the Omnibus website. There is a Russian-language version on all official resources.
There are two large bus platforms in the capital:
Ortachala Central Bus Station
This is the main station of the city, it carries out intercity and international transportation. From here you can go to Russia, Europe, Armenia, Greece and Azerbaijan.
Didube Bus Station
It is located next to the metro station of the same name. It is focused on domestic flights to almost all regions except Kakheti. There are also international destinations: to Russia, Turkey, Iran, Ukraine and Bulgaria.
Taxi service
The GoTrip service offers a guided tour with a personal driver. The company positions itself as a travel company with the ability to travel by car. According to experience, it is cheaper by taxi.
Public transport in Tbilisi
The most economical and optimal way of intercity communication. The MetroMoney transport card operates in Tbilisi. With its help, you can pay for travel on any type of urban public transport, including the cable car.
The price of the card is 2GEL, you can buy and replenish it at any ticket office of the metro or cable car with a sign MS+.
There are 6 types of urban transport in Tbilisi
- The buses.
- Minibus taxis.
- Metro.
- Cable car.
- Funicular.
- Taxi.
fare
The last two are not public. All destinations are in high demand not only among locals, but also tourists, so we will discuss each of them in detail.
The buses
The buses
Intercity buses are no less popular than intercity buses. In this regard, the regional authorities are developing the transport network and trying to make it comfortable for everyone.
An electronic scoreboard with flight times is installed at each stop. An Internet portal has been created where you can send a message by specifying the station number, and in response get the arrival time of the nearest bus.
In 2022, the route numbers were changed, which is some inconvenience, since these changes are not always displayed in some navigator applications. To avoid misunderstandings, specify the direction of the routes on the official website.
The cost of a trip around the city is 1 GEL. Within 1.5 hours of the trip, a free transfer is possible.
Metro
There are 23 metro stations on two lines in Tbilisi. Opening hours are from 6 am to 12 am. Trains run every 2 minutes, in the evening the intensity decreases, the break between departures is 10 minutes.
You can transfer to another branch at Station Square 1. One trip costs 1 GEL, while, as with buses, during the first 1.5 hours of the trip, you can transfer for free, even to another type of transport.
It is possible to purchase a subscription for a period from 1 day to a year. The cost varies from 3 to 250 GEL. By the way, this subscription applies to buses and minibuses.
Minibuses
Tbilisi has a fairly extensive system of destinations to almost all localities. Departure is not by time, but by filling the car. A stop on the way is on demand. Payment – in cash at the entrance or by MetroMoney card.
Cable car in Tbilisi
Among tourists, this is the most interesting and favorite way to get around the city. To get to the main attractions and at the same time enjoy the beautiful views from a bird's-eye view, two lines of movement allow:
Rike-Narikala. The lower platform is located in Rike Park, the upper one is at the Narikala fortress on Sololak Hill. The ticket price is 3GEL, open from 11:00 to 23:00.
Vake-Turtle Lake. The lower station is Vake Park, the upper one is Turtle Lake. The ticket price is 2GEL, open from 8:00 to 22:00.
Funicular
With its help, you will get from the center of Tbilisi to Mtatsminda Park – the main entertainment complex of the city. There is a stop at the Pantheon on the way. MetroMoney is not valid here, you should buy a special card for 2 GEL for payment. If you want to get to the terminal and visit the park with a Ferris wheel – pay 8GEL.
Taxi
Georgia has low tariffs and high quality of service. This applies to official carriers. There are three main services in large cities:
Bolt taxi in Georgia. Prices, availability and features
BOLT – neat driving and low prices. Payment by card only.
Taxi MAXIM
Maxim – here are favorable rates. You can pay not only in cash, but also by bank card.
Yandex Taxi in Georgia
Yandex.Go is characterized by speed and reliability. It has a high rating among tourists and locals.
GoTrip
The GoTrip service offers a guided tour with a personal driver. The company positions itself as a travel company with the ability to travel by car.
As elsewhere, there are also private taxis, their prices are much higher, so it's not worth catching such cars on the street. Please note that there may be difficulties with ordering in the morning and on weekends.
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Whatever type of transport you prefer, travel around Georgia with pleasure! Use the recommendations and advice of our experts and professional guides.
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Зато в междугороднюю поездку на короткое расстояние я бы лучше отправилась на автобусе, чем на поезде. А вот дальные расстояния предпочитаю преодолевать на самолёте. Вижу, что в Грузии нет проблем с доступными междугородними перелётами, там почему бы не воспользоваться?
В этой статье вы найдёте всю подробную информацию об общественном транспорте в Грузии.
Зато в междугороднюю поездку на короткое расстояние я бы лучше отправилась на автобусе, чем на поезде. А вот дальные расстояния предпочитаю преодолевать на самолёте. Вижу, что в Грузии нет проблем с доступными междугородними перелётами, там почему бы не воспользоваться?
В этой статье вы найдёте всю подробную информацию об общественном транспорте в Грузии.