Transportation in Georgia
Georgia offers a range of public and private transportation options, including metro, buses, trains, taxis, and ride-hailing services. Most urban centers are well-connected, and intercity travel is available by train, bus, and domestic flights.
- Public Transport: Tbilisi has a metro system (2 lines, 23 stations), city buses, and minibuses (marshrutkas). Batumi offers city buses and a cable car. No trams or ferries operate in major cities.
- Transportation Apps: Yandex Go and Bolt are widely used for ride-hailing. Tbilisi Transport Company app provides public transit info.
- Internal Flights: Domestic flights connect Tbilisi, Batumi, Kutaisi, and Mestia. Main airline: Georgian Airways.
- Trains and Buses: Georgian Railway operates intercity trains (e.g., Tbilisi–Batumi, Tbilisi–Zugdidi). Intercity buses and marshrutkas run between major cities and towns.
- Taxis and Ride-Hailing: Taxis are metered in Tbilisi and Batumi. Ride-hailing apps (Yandex Go, Bolt) offer fixed fares.
- Car Rental: International and local agencies available. Drivers must have a valid national or international driving permit.
- Airport Transfers: Tbilisi International Airport to city center: taxi (30–40 GEL), bus (N37), or Bolt/Yandex Go.
- Accessibility: Limited wheelchair access on public transport; some new buses in Tbilisi are accessible.
- Unique Transport: Batumi cable car, Tbilisi funicular, and ropeways in mountain regions.
- Safety & Payment: Public transport is generally safe. Payment by Metromoney card (Tbilisi), cash, or app. Ride-hailing apps accept cards and cash.