Tbilisi Central to Rioni

Tbilisi Central to Rioni

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$6
 
 
$18

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Tbilisi Central to Rioni Schedule

Tbilisi Central to Rioni Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Excalibur Tours Georgia Minibus 20pax Any timeGEL 1,006
Georgian Railways Standard Seat 09:15 - 13:53GEL 14
zzNOT_USE_Metro Georgia Standard AC 12:00 - 16:30GEL 39
Georgian Railways Business Class Seat 17:30 - 21:01GEL 47
Georgian Railways 1st Class Seat 18:10 - 22:06GEL 30
zzNOT_USE_Metro Georgia Standard AC 23:59 - 04:20GEL 39

Transportation from Tbilisi Central to Rioni

Facts about the transport from Tbilisi Central to Rioni

Cheapest Transport$6
Fastest Transport3h 31m
Earliest Departure8:25 AM
Latest Departure11:59 PM
Departures per day7
Distance176 kilometers
Transport CompaniesExcalibur Tours Georgia, Georgian Railways, zzNOT_USE_Metro Georgia

Tbilisi Central to Rioni Destination Reviews

MZ
It was an amazing travel! Everything you need will be provided and you have more than enough space. Alway on time and very nice support!
Bus Standard AC, Group Transfers Georgia, Dec 7, 2023
A
Great experience. Easy to book. Quick communication. Everything according to schedule:)
Bus Standard AC, Group Transfers Georgia, Oct 5, 2023
NV
The best serves ever . I recommend !
Bus Standard AC, Group Transfers Georgia, Jul 20, 2023
AP
Excellent experience. The assistance (via whatsapp) guided me step by step, very accurate and helpful.
Bus Standard AC, Group Transfers Georgia, May 13, 2023
VS
The train was late more than 30 min
Train #18 Standard Seat, Georgian Railways, Mar 22, 2022
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How to get from Tbilisi Central to Rioni

Travelling between Tbilisi Central and Rioni is possible by Bus, train and taxi. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 17.63 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 5.23.

How long does it take to get from Tbilisi Central to Rioni?

It can take you anywhere between 4 and 6 hours to travel between Tbilisi Central and Rioni depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Tbilisi Central and Rioni. Train will bring you to your destination in 3h 31m. Train does a much slower job and take about 5h 1m to reach Rioni.

How much does it cost to get from Tbilisi Central to Rioni?

Travelling between Tbilisi Central and Rioni can be as cheap as USD 5.23 if you opt for a Georgian Railways train and as expensive as USD 17.63 if you buy a Georgian Railways Train ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Tbilisi Central and Rioni ?

  • 7 from Tbilisi to Kutaisi starting from 08:25 Tbilisi Central until 17:30 Tbilisi Central

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Tbilisi Central to Rioni.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Tbilisi to Kutaisi overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Tbilisi and Kutaisi

zzNOT_USE_Metro Georgia

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Tbilisi and Kutaisi

Excalibur Tours Georgia

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Tbilisi Central to Rioni?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 90% took a train
  • 10% opted for a bus