How do you get from Batumi to Poti?
Minibus or taxi along the coast.
Short answer
Poti is about 70 kilometres north of Batumi, an hour to an hour and a half along the coast. Minibuses run from Batumi bus station, while a taxi or transfer costs more but is more convenient. Poti is Georgia's main seaport, with a cathedral, lighthouse and Lake Paliastomi worth seeing.
Why
- The route passes Kobuleti, Shekvetili and Ureki.
- Lake Paliastomi is part of Kolkheti National Park.
- Poti is linked to the ancient city of Phasis.
Details
For a day trip, leave in the morning and check the last minibus back. In Kolkheti park you can take a boat trip on the lake and canals.
Tip
For a boat trip on Lake Paliastomi, arrange it in advance through the Kolkheti park visitor centre.
What may differ
Minibuses leave when full and become scarcer in the evening.
People also ask
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Sources
- Georgian National Tourism AdministrationChecked at:
Timetables and prices change, so check with the carrier before you travel.
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