City in Imereti, Georgia
Getting around Kutaisi
How to get around Kutaisi
The center is walkable. Use Bolt or marshrutkas for caves and canyons, and book airport shuttles or buses for Tbilisi and Batumi.
Ways to get around Kutaisi
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| City buses | About 0.5–1 GEL | Basic network; cards or cash accepted |
| Bolt | About 4–8 GEL for 5 km | Cheapest for short trips and airport rides |
| Marshrutkas to Tbilisi, Batumi and Zugdidi | About 15–35 GEL | From the main bus stations; frequent day departures |
| Day tours to caves and canyons | From about 40–100 GEL | Easiest way to see several sites without a car |
Ride-hailing apps in Kutaisi
A 5 km ride costs about ₾4–8 ($1.5–3.1).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Bolt | Works well in town and from the airport |
- Taxis rarely use meters, so agree the fare. Many visitors book airport transfers ahead.
Arriving in Kutaisi
Kutaisi International (KUT)
Airport shuttle or bus to center about 5–10 GEL, 30–40 min; Bolt or taxi about 20–35 GEL; direct buses to Tbilisi about 25–35 GEL, 3.5 h.
Driving and onward travel
- 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 Kutaisi?
No. Use Bolt instead.
What's the best way to get around Kutaisi?
The center is walkable. Use Bolt or marshrutkas for caves and canyons, and book airport shuttles or buses for Tbilisi and Batumi.
How do I get from the airport to Kutaisi?
Airport shuttle or bus to center about 5–10 GEL, 30–40 min; Bolt or taxi about 20–35 GEL; direct buses to Tbilisi about 25–35 GEL, 3.5 h.
Is Kutaisi walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
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