City in Vojvodina, Serbia
Getting around Novi Sad
How to get around Novi Sad
The old town and fortress are walkable. City buses and cheap taxis cover the rest. The Belgrade fast train takes about 35–40 minutes.
Ways to get around Novi Sad
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| City bus | About 80–100 RSD | Buy on board or with an app; fewer evening services |
| Fast train to Belgrade | About 400–700 RSD | Soko trains run frequently, about 35–40 min |
| Taxi | About 500–900 RSD for 5 km | Use an app or order by phone |
Ride-hailing apps in Novi Sad
A 5 km ride costs about din500–900 ($4.8–8.6).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| CarGo | Local app operating in the city |
- Taxis are cheap but check the meter; ordering by phone or app avoids tourist pricing, especially from the station.
Arriving in Novi Sad
Via Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG)
Bus or shuttle from Belgrade airport about 1–1.5 h, roughly 1,000–1,800 RSD; taxi about 8,000–12,000 RSD. Train from Belgrade station is quickest.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the right. Foreign licences are valid for visits up to 6 months; a 1968 IDP helps at police checks.
- Onward travel in Serbia: Fast Soko trains link Belgrade, Novi Sad (about 35 minutes) and Subotica; elsewhere buses are the main intercity option. The Belgrade–Bar line to Montenegro is slow but scenic.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Novi Sad?
No. Use CarGo instead.
What's the best way to get around Novi Sad?
The old town and fortress are walkable. City buses and cheap taxis cover the rest. The Belgrade fast train takes about 35–40 minutes.
How do I get from the airport to Novi Sad?
Bus or shuttle from Belgrade airport about 1–1.5 h, roughly 1,000–1,800 RSD; taxi about 8,000–12,000 RSD. Train from Belgrade station is quickest.
Is Novi Sad walkable?
Very walkable.
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Sources
- Srbija Voz (Serbian passenger trains)
- FlixBus Serbia
- Tourist Organisation of Novi Sad
- University Clinical Center of Vojvodina
- Serbian Railways
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