Town in Samtskhe-Javakheti, Georgia
Getting around Borjomi
How to get around Borjomi
Minibuses (marshrutkas) run from Tbilisi and Kutaisi to Borjomi; taxis and walking cover the town. A car or guide helps in Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park.
Ways to get around Borjomi
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Marshrutka from Tbilisi | 12–20 GEL | Departs Didube station; about 2.5–3 hours |
| Taxi | 6–15 GEL | Short trips; negotiate before getting in |
| Local marshrutka | 1 GEL | Links Borjomi, Likani and nearby villages |
Taxis in Borjomi
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No ride apps confirmed in town. Local taxis are cheap but unmetered; agree the fare or ask your host to call a driver.
Arriving in Borjomi
Tbilisi International (TBS)
Taxi or private transfer about 110–180 GEL, 2.5 hours; marshrutka from Didube station 12–20 GEL.
Kutaisi International (KUT)
Marshrutka to Borjomi via Khashuri 15–25 GEL, about 3 hours; taxi about 150–200 GEL.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rare. Roads are fine for cars and bikes; scooters are not commonly rented.
- Driving: on the right. Foreign licences are valid for up to a year; rental firms may ask for an IDP. Drink-drive limit is low.
- Onward travel in Georgia: Trains link Tbilisi with Batumi, Kutaisi and Zugdidi; marshrutka minibuses cover everywhere else cheaply but fast. Shared taxis serve mountain areas like Kazbegi and Svaneti.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Borjomi?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No ride apps confirmed in town. Local taxis are cheap but unmetered; agree the fare or ask your host to call a driver.
What's the best way to get around Borjomi?
Minibuses (marshrutkas) run from Tbilisi and Kutaisi to Borjomi; taxis and walking cover the town. A car or guide helps in Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park.
How do I get from the airport to Borjomi?
Taxi or private transfer about 110–180 GEL, 2.5 hours; marshrutka from Didube station 12–20 GEL.
Is Borjomi walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
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