Buses Kotor

Kotor is a medieval coastal town in Montenegro, located in the Bay of Kotor. The town is surrounded by a fort built in the Venetian period. Thanks to its historical and cultural patrimony, Kotor is inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Intercity transport in Kotor

The town is not big and the cars are forbidden within the walls. However, if you want to visit some of the neighbouring towns in the Bay of Kotor and at the same time enjoy the view, you can use the public bus services operated by Blue Line. The buses have frequent departures from the main bus station in Kotor; during summer months the number of departures increases. The schedule can be seen here.

Private transfer from Kotor to nearby cities

If you want to explore at your own pace, you can always book a private transfer in advance. The driver will be waiting for you and you will arrive at your desired location in no time. You can easily book it online and choose the type of vehicle that suits you best. Additionally, below you will find the most frequent destinations from Kotor and their prices.

Kotor to Tivat from €5 p.p.Kotor to Budva from €9 p.p.Kotor to Dubrovnik from €26 p.p.
  • NOTE: The prices displayed in the table above are per person (Minibus for up to 8 Passengers) and NOT per vehicle.

Private Tour to Kotor from Dubrovnik

No, you are not mistaken, and yes, you have read this correctly- GetByBus now officialy offers tours! Embark on a day trip from Dubrovnik to the stunning coastal gem of Kotor, Montenegro, and experience breathtaking scenery, rich history, and vibrant culture. Your adventure begins with a convenient hotel pick-up, followed by a scenic drive along the Adriatic coast with insightful commentary from your driver-guide.

Upon arrival in Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage site, explore its medieval architecture and stunning bay views. Take a guided walking tour of Kotor’s Old Town, including St. Tryphon’s Cathedral, then enjoy free time to visit the Maritime Museum, climb the ancient walls, or wander the charming streets at your own pace. After a day filled with unforgettable experiences, return to Dubrovnik with new stories to tell and cherished memories.


International transport in Kotor

Kotor is well connected with other towns in Montenegro as well as with towns in the region. The main bus station can be found a bit outside of the centre, a ten minute walk, in direction Budva: the address is Put prvoboraca bb. The main bus company is Autoboka. The bus station has ten platforms and a taxi stand. Here you can see it on Google maps.

If you travel from Croatia, on Getbybus you can find the following routes from/to Kotor:

  • Split – Vrgorac – Ploce – Metkovic – Dubrovnik (change) – Karasovici – Debeli Brijeg – Igalo – Herceg Novi – Kotor
  • Split – Omis – Makarska – Ploce – Klek – Neum – Zaton Doli – Dubrovnik (change) – Karasovic – Debeli Brijeg – Herceg Novi – Kotor
  • Zagreb – Skradin – Dugopolje – Split – Vrgorac – Ploce – Metkovic – Dubrovnik (change) – Karasovići – Debeli Brijeg – Igalo – Herceg Novi – Kotor
  • Zagreb – Kutina – Novska – Bosanska Gradiska – Banja Luka – Jajce – Donji Vakuf – Bugojno – Kupres – Suica – Tomislavgrad – Posusje – Siroki Brijeg – Mostar (cathedral) – Mostak (East) – Capljina – Metkovic – Opuzen – Neum – Ston – Slano – Dubrovnik – Debeli Brijeg – Igalo – Herceg Novi – Risan – Kotor
  • Dubrovnik  – Debeli Brijeg – Igalo – Herceg Novi – Kotor
  • Dubrovnik – Karasovici – Debeli Brijeg – Herceg Novi – Tivat – Kotor

If you travel from other parts of Europe, on Getbybus you can find the following routes from/to Kotor:

  • Vienna – Graz – Zagreb (change) – Skradin – Dugopolje -Split – Vrgorac – Ploce – Metkovic – Dubrovnik (change) – Igalo – Herceg Novi – Kotor
  • Vienna -Graz – Maribor – Slavonski Brod – Derventa – Doboj – Maglaj – Zepce – Zenica – Kupres – Kakanj – Suica – Visoko – Livno – Tomislavgrad – Ilijas – Sarajevo – Posusje – Grude – Konjic- Ljubuski – Siroki Brijeg – Jablanica – Mostar (East) – Capljina – Metkovic – Neum (change) – Ston – Slano – Dubrovnik – Igalo – Herceg Novi – Risan – Kotor

If you travel from cities other than the above mentioned, you can first reach the bus station in Zagreb, Split or Dubrovnik and from there take a bus which goes to Kotor.

Tourist buses in Kotor

Tourist buses leave from the centre every 45 minutes. A tourist bus tour inlcudes the entrance to the Roman mosaics in Risan, the Museum in Perast and a walking tour with a guide through the old town of Kotor.

tourist bus in kotor on a road on a sunny day

Kotor Airport transfer

There are two national airports:

  • the international Tivat Airport (TIV), 5 km from Kotor and 4 km from Tivat. There is no direct bus connection from the airport; the only option is to take a taxi to the bus station in Tivat or the bus station in Kotor. There are scheduled fligts from Belgrade, Moscow and Paris as well as charter flights.
  • Podgorica Airpot (TGD), 12 km from the city itself and 65 km from Kotor town. There is also no direct bus connection from this airport; you have to take a taxi to Podgorica and from there continue by bus to your final destination.

  16Comments

  1. Steve Sexton

    My wife and I have to get to Cavtat from Kotor on Oct. 1st …. wasn’t sure if you provide any sort of transportation or have any suggestions ?

    Thanks …. Steve.

    • GetByBus Team   Author

      Hi Steve,

      the buses to Kotor leave from the main bus station in Dubrovnik, so you will either have to go there, or arrange for a private transfer from Cavtat to Kotor

      Kindest regards

      GetByBus Team

  2. Jess

    Hi, I’m looking to get from Kotor to Dubrovnik on the 8th August. Can you tell me if I need to book a bus in advance? Also roughly how much is it? Thank you.

  3. Alba

    Hi there,

    can I do the ladder of Kotor by a public bus?

    • Dear Alba,

      The Ladder of Kotor is accessible only by foot, which means that hiking would be your only option.

      Best regards,
      Melani GBB Team

  4. Sharon

    Hi, we are planned to arrive toDebeli Brijeg crossing and need transportation from there to Kotor. Is there a bus stop pick up from there? Thanks

    • Dear Sharon,

      The closest bus stop/station is in Igalo and there you can take a direct bus to Kotor. The town of Igalo is located 7km from the border crossing at Debeli Brijeg so I would suggest getting a taxi to the bus station in Igalo.

      Best regards,
      Melani GBB Team

  5. Sha

    Will busses from Dubrovnik to kotor be available July 1st,2021? I tried to look for fares but it said no busses available.

    • Maja

      Dear Sha,

      Unfortunately, there are no scheduled departures for July on the route Dubrovnik – Kotor for now, only for August.
      If something changes, we will update it accordingly on our website.

      Best regards,
      Maja, GBB Team

  6. william foster

    I’m taking a bus from Tirana, Albania to Kotor and then another bus from Kotor to Dubrovnik. Does the Tirana bus and the Dubrovnik bus use the same bus station?

    • Maja

      Hi William,

      yes, there is only one bus station in Kotor where all buses depart from and arrive at.

      Best,
      GBB Team

  7. Sandra Jackson

    Any help on getting a bus/tour from Kotor to the viewing point on the Kotor Lovcen Road would be appreciated

    • Maja

      Hi Sandra,

      if you’re already in Kotor, then the only way to get to the Lovcen viewpoint is by climbing up 1350 steps.
      If you’re referring to some other point on Lovcen hill, then you can probably reach it by car only.
      If you have any additional questions regarding this, we suggest contacting the tourist information office in Kotor.

      Best,
      GBB Team

  8. Jeron

    Any buses from Kotor to Rose? And from Rose back to Kotor?

    • Marija Štrljić

      Hi Jeron,

      to get from Kotor to Rose, you can take a local bus to Herceg Novi and then either use another local bus or a taxi to reach Rose. To return from Rose to Kotor, it’s the same thing, just the other way around.

      Best,
      GBB Team

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