Town, Montenegro
Getting around Budva
How to get around Budva
The centre is walkable. Local buses link Budva with Becici, Petrovac and Kotor; taxis are common but pricey in summer, and many people rent cars.
Ways to get around Budva
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Local bus | About 1–3 EUR | Budva, Becici and Petrovac; frequent in summer |
| Intercity bus | About 3–8 EUR | From Budva bus station to Kotor, Podgorica and Tivat |
| Taxi | About 5–10 EUR for 5 km | Agree the fare in advance |
Taxis in Budva
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No ride-hailing app to rely on; use registered taxis or hotel transfers, and agree the price before leaving.
Arriving in Budva
Tivat (TIV)
About 20 km; taxi 25–35 EUR, 25 min; bus via Kotor is slower. Podgorica (TGD) is about 65 km, 1 h by taxi 40–60 EUR.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rentals exist in summer at about 25–40 EUR a day; coastal traffic is heavy and helmets are required.
- Driving: on the right. Most foreign licences are accepted; carry an IDP with a non-EU licence. Cars need a Green Card or border insurance.
- Onward travel in Montenegro: Buses connect the coast, Podgorica and the north; the scenic Bar–Podgorica–Belgrade railway is slow. A rental car helps for mountains and villages.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Budva?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No ride-hailing app to rely on; use registered taxis or hotel transfers, and agree the price before leaving.
What's the best way to get around Budva?
The centre is walkable. Local buses link Budva with Becici, Petrovac and Kotor; taxis are common but pricey in summer, and many people rent cars.
How do I get from the airport to Budva?
About 20 km; taxi 25–35 EUR, 25 min; bus via Kotor is slower. Podgorica (TGD) is about 65 km, 1 h by taxi 40–60 EUR.
Is Budva walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
- Montenegro Railways passenger services (ŽPCG)
- Airports of Montenegro (Podgorica, Tivat)
- Tourist Organisation of Budva
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