✈ Transfer Options from Kutaisi Airport to Gudauri

Gudauri is among Georgia’s most popular ski resorts and is located 308 km from Kutaisi International Airport. Nestled along the majestic Caucasus mountains, Gudauri is best known for its incredible scenery and exhilarating winter sports.

There are two options available to you when travelling from Kutaisi Airport to Gudauri: taxi and bus. Taking a taxi or private transfer is the fastest and most convenient option. It costs around €174 (GEL 500) for up to 4 passengers and takes 4 hours and 35 minutes to get to Gudauri from Kutaisi Airport in normal traffic.

Getting a bus is the cheapest option, costing around €21 (GEL 60) per person. The journey from Kutaisi Airport to Gudauri typically takes around 5 hours by bus.

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Taxi	€174	275min	24/7
Bus	€42	300min	01:30–23:30

How to get from Kutaisi Airport to Gudauri by taxi

The quickest and most convenient way of getting from Kutaisi Airport to Gudauri is to take a taxi.

Taxi fare from Kutaisi Airport to Gudauri

Taxis in Georgia are sometimes fitted with taximeters, but drivers usually tend to work off fixed rates for this route. FlyTaxi is the official taxi service that runs from Kutaisi Airport, and the journey to Gudauri costs around €174 (GEL 500). The type of vehicle and number of passengers can affect the final price.

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Cost

€174

Trip Duration

275 Min.

*Extra fees may be applied to your taxi fare if you don't book in advance.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 at Kutaisi International Airport (KUT).

Where do I get a taxi from?

When you get to the Arrivals Hall at Kutaisi Airport, look for FlyTaxi’s stand. Here, you’ll give the staff the details of your final destination, after which they’ll show you to your driver, who will be parked outside the terminal building.

Convenience

Taking a taxi from Kutaisi Airport to Gudauri is the most convenient option, and it’s also the fastest. You’ll be taken directly from the Arrivals Hall to your accommodation, and the journey will take approximately 4 hours and 35 minutes in light traffic. For ultimate convenience at a competitive rate, you can pre-book a private transfer.

Editor’s Note

FlyTaxi also offer minivans for larger parties for an additional fee.

Useful Tips

Confirm your final fare with your driver before departing from Kutaisi Airport to ensure it matches the quote you were given at the stand in the Arrivals Hall.

Should you require a child's seat or a booster seat, let the staff at the stand know, and they will provide one for you.

If you're travelling with an excessive amount of luggage, you may need to opt for a minivan rather than a sedan vehicle.

How to get from Kutaisi Airport to Gudauri by bus

Georgian Bus runs buses between Kutaisi Airport and Gudauri based on flight arrival times, usually leaving about an hour after flights have landed.

How much is the bus from Kutaisi Airport to Gudauri?

The bus from Kutaisi Airport to Gudauri costs €21 (GEL 60) for a one-way ticket. You have the option of purchasing your tickets online or buying them at the stand in the Arrivals Hall at Kutaisi Airport. Note that each passenger is permitted to have one piece of hand luggage and one large piece of luggage on the bus; items beyond this will cost extra or may not be permitted.

Cost

€21

Trip Duration

300 Min.

The Georgian Bus service runs between 8 and 10 times a day.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The Georgian Bus service operates between 01:30 and 23:30.

Where do I get the bus from?

Georgian Bus runs buses from the car park right outside the Arrivals Hall. Each bus is marked with the final destination.

Convenience

Taking the bus from Kutaisi Airport to Gudauri is economical and convenient. As buses depart based on flight arrival times, you won’t have to worry about missing your bus or waiting for long after you’ve landed.

Timetables

Georgian Bus Timetable

Editor’s Note

You can purchase your tickets up until five minutes prior to departure.

Useful Tips

If there are more passengers than there are seats on your bus, Georgian Bus will run an additional bus or minivan.

Children between 2 and 12 years old can travel for half the price, with tickets costing around €10.40 (GEL 30).

Passengers are permitted to bring one carry-on item and one piece of luggage free of charge.

There is usually Georgian Bus staff available at the car park where the buses depart, should you need any assistance.

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How far is Gudauri from Kutaisi Airport?

Guauari is 308 km from Kutaisi Airport. By taxi or private transfer, the journey will take about 4 hours and 35 minutes, costing around €174 (GEL 500). Depending on the traffic conditions, this journey may take longer.

How can I get from Kutaisi Airport to Gudauri?

There are two ways of getting from Kutaisi Airport to Gudauri: taxi or bus. Taking a taxi or private transfer is the quickest and most convenient option, with a travel time of around 4 hours and 35 minutes and a cost of about €174 (GEL 500). The bus is a cheaper option, takes approximately 5 hours, and costs around €21 (60 GEL) per person.

Pre-book a private transfer for a seamless travel experience with free waiting times and flight monitoring services in the event of a delay.

What's the cost of a taxi from Kutaisi Airport to Gudauri?

The cost of a taxi from Kutaisi Airport to Gudauri is €174 (GEL 500) on average, though this can vary depending on the type of vehicle and number of passengers. This journey typically takes around 4 hours and 35 minutes. To lock in a guaranteed competitive rate, you can pre-book a private taxi with Welcome Pickups.

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Taxi fare from Kutaisi Airport to Gudauri

Cost

€174

Trip Duration

275 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 at Kutaisi International Airport (KUT).

Where do I get a taxi from?

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How to get from Kutaisi Airport to Gudauri by bus

How much is the bus from Kutaisi Airport to Gudauri?

Cost

€21

Trip Duration

300 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The Georgian Bus service operates between 01:30 and 23:30.

Where do I get the bus from?

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Timetables

Georgian Bus Timetable

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Taxi fare from Kutaisi Airport to Gudauri

Cost

€174

Trip Duration

275 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 at Kutaisi International Airport (KUT).

Where do I get a taxi from?

Convenience

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

How to get from Kutaisi Airport to Gudauri by bus

How much is the bus from Kutaisi Airport to Gudauri?

Cost

€21

Trip Duration

300 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The Georgian Bus service operates between 01:30 and 23:30.

Where do I get the bus from?

Convenience

Timetables

Georgian Bus Timetable

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

Frequently asked questions

How far is Gudauri from Kutaisi Airport?

How can I get from Kutaisi Airport to Gudauri?

What's the cost of a taxi from Kutaisi Airport to Gudauri?

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