Taxi rank, bus or pre-booked transfer from Tivat Airport to Budva?
Three ways to cover the 22 km from the terminal to the Budva Riviera. The road is the same for all three — what differs is the price you know in advance and who is waiting when you land.
Pre-booked with us
€55fixed · car up to 3 · van €79
- Paid by card before you fly — nothing to pay in the car
- Driver waits in arrivals with your name
- Flight tracked, free waiting, same price at night
- Luggage loaded, child seats free
Airport taxi rank
Variesper ride · set on the spot
Fare not fixed — it depends on operator, season and hour. A summer evening arrival heading for Budva is exactly when the quoted number climbs.
- Agree the price first, or insist on the meter
- Queues in July–August; often empty late at night
- Settled in the car, mostly in cash
Local bus
A few €per person
- No stop at the terminal — walk to the main road
- Own timetable, not your flight
- No luggage help; standing in season
- Ticket bought on board
If the rank quotes you more than €55 for a car, you are paying more than a pre-booked taxi for less certainty. If it quotes less, check it covers your whole group, the bags and your exact address in Bečići or Rafailovići.
The drive
The road from Tivat Airport crosses the green Grbalj plain and then drops toward the Adriatic at Jaz, where the whole Budva Riviera suddenly opens up below the road. It’s about 22 km and half an hour door to door. Your driver meets you at arrivals with a name sign — no queues, no negotiating, the price fixed before you land.
Landing here in summer means you may be at your Budva hotel before some passengers on your flight have cleared the taxi rank — Tivat’s terminal is small and the exit road quick.
About Budva
Budva is the capital of Montenegrin summer: a 2,500-year-old walled Old Town wrapped by beaches, with the liveliest nightlife on the coast and a long promenade that hums until late. It’s also a superb base for day trips — Skadar Lake and the Boka Bay tour both collect guests from Budva hotels.
Budva to Tivat Airport taxi
The opposite direction — Budva to Tivat Airport — costs the same fixed €55 per car. We pick you up anywhere in Budva, Bečići or Rafailovići: hotel lobby, apartment door or villa gate, at the pickup time agreed in your confirmation.
Departures from TIV are refreshingly painless: with only a 30-minute drive, leaving Budva around two hours before takeoff is normally ample, and we’ll build in extra buffer on peak-season Saturdays when the coastal road fills up. We still recommend leaving early: in summer the Jaz hill road and the Budva bypass can get very crowded. Our drivers know the alternatives and will take another route when needed — at the same fixed price.
Book a Budva to Tivat Airport taxi — pair it with your arrival and the round trip costs 10% less.
Included in every transfer
- Meet & Greet at the airport
- Flight tracking — no charge for delays
- Private transfer — your group only
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Free waiting time after landing
- No hidden fees
- Free child seats on request
- Standard luggage included in the price
Frequently asked questions
How long is the transfer from Tivat Airport to Budva?
Around 30 minutes for the 22 km drive. In peak summer evenings traffic near Budva can add a little time — your price never changes.
How much does a transfer from Tivat Airport to Budva cost?
€55 for a private car (up to 3 passengers) or €79 for a van (up to 8) — fixed price per vehicle, one-way, no hidden fees.
Is Bečići or Rafailovići the same price as Budva?
Yes — the fixed price covers your exact address anywhere in greater Budva, including Bečići and Rafailovići just beyond the tunnel.
Is there a bus from Tivat Airport to Budva?
Not from the terminal itself — intercity buses run along the main road, but you'd walk out with your luggage and pay per person with no timetable tied to your flight. A private transfer meets you in arrivals and leaves when you do.
Do you also drive from Budva to Tivat Airport?
Yes — the same €55 fixed price, picked up at your Budva hotel or apartment. For departures we suggest leaving about two hours before your flight; book both directions and save 10%. We still recommend leaving early: in summer the Jaz hill road and the Budva bypass can get very crowded. Our drivers know the alternatives and will take another route when needed — at the same fixed price.
What if my flight is delayed?
We track your flight and adjust the pickup automatically — your driver is there when you land, and waiting costs nothing extra.
Is the price the same at night?
Yes — the same fixed price applies day and night, all year. No surcharges, no hidden fees.
Do you provide child seats?
Yes — child seats are free on request. Tell us the children's ages when booking.
How much luggage fits?
Car: 2 suitcases plus hand luggage. Van: one suitcase and one hand luggage per passenger. Bringing more (bikes, skis)? Add it to the booking notes and we'll confirm.
How do I pay?
Securely online by card (Visa, Mastercard, Maestro) when you book — processed by Monri.
Can I cancel my booking?
Yes — cancellation is free up to 24 hours before pickup.
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