How To Get From Dubrovnik Airport to City Center Best Way – All Possible Ways (Updated 2023)

Last updated on March 30th, 2023 at 11:19 am

How To Get From Dubrovnik Airport to City Center Best Way – You can go by shuttle bus, bus, taxi and private transfer.

What is The Distance From Dubrovnik Airport to City Center?

The distance from Dubrovnik Airport to old town is 20 kilometers. Click here to book online Dubrovnik Day Tours and activities

The travel time by taxi from Dubrovnik airport to city center is around 20-30 minutes and the taxi fare is around €30-40 you can book online. Read here a comparison Split vs Dubrovnik

What is The Best Way From Dubrovnik Airport to City Center?

The best way from Dubrovnik airport is by shuttle bus for €8 that you can book online and 30 minutes travel time.  

What is The Cheapest Way From Dubrovnik Airport to City Center?

The cheapest way from Dubrovnik airport to city center is by regular bus for €3 but just a few during the day.

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How To Get From Dubrovnik Airport to City Center

Shuttle Bus from Dubrovnik Airport To Old Town (Best Way)

The best way from Dubrovnik airport to city center is by Atlas Shuttle Bus. The Atlas shuttle bus has no fixed schedule but they are leaving 30 minutes after the flight gets to the airport.

The Atlas shuttle bus fare from Dubrovnik airport to city is €8 you can book online one way and around €12 if you buy a return ticket.

The total travel time from Dubrovnik airport to old town in Dubrovnik is 30-40 minutes. The Atlas Shuttle Bus Route from Dubrovnik Airport will stop at Pile Gate Bus Stop, Gruz Ferry Port and Dubrovnik Bus Station.

Bus From Dubrovnik Airport To City (Cheapest Way)

The cheapest way from Dubrovnik airport to old town is by public bus. There are not many buses going Dubrovnik old town to the coast and passing by the airport. You can check the schedule and departure!

The public bus fare from Dubrovnik airport to city center is 18 Kuna which is less than €3. It’s half of the price of a shuttle bus but almost there are no buses during the day.

Bus Number 11 From Dubrovnik Airport to Molunat Old Town

Bus Number 11 is going from Dubrovnik to Molunat which is farther than the airport but passing by. Check here Bus Number 11 route and schedule!

The main problem there are only 3-4 buses daily buses around these times. Buses start at 6 am, noon and 6 pm. Check the link above and you will decide is convenient for you.

Bus Number 27 From Dubrovnik Airport to Vitaljina

Bus Number 27 is going from Dubrovnik to Vitaljina which is farther than the airport. Check here Bus number 27 schedule and route!

The main problem is there are only 3-4 buses daily buses around these times. Buses are starting at 6 am, noon and 4 pm. Check the link above and you will decide is convenient for you the schedule.

Bus Number 38 From Dubrovnik Airport to Gruda

Bus Number 38 is going from Dubrovnik to Gruda in the coast. There are only 2 buses at 7 45 am and 12 45 pm. Check here Bus number 38 route and schedule!

TAXI FROM DUBROVNIK AIRPORT TO CITY CENTER

If you go from Dubrovnik airport to city center by taxi is the most comfortable, available 24/7 and fastest way. The travel time by taxi from Dubrovnik airport to city center is around 25 minutes.

The taxi fare from Dubrovnik airport to old town is 250-350 Kuna which is around €30-40. The prices and travel time aren’t fixed and it will depend on traffic and your final destination.

PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION FROM DUBROVNIK AIRPORT TO CITY CENTER

Hotel transfers are also very easy and convenient but can be a little bit pricey. The transfers are usually available 24 hours and is only ideal if you have the budget and you want comfort after your flight to Dubrovnik. Prices are around €40 and you will be able to fit up to 4 people. It could be €10 per person.

RENTING A CAR IN DUBROVNIK AIRPORT

There are many options for renting a car in Dubrovnik’s airport. It’s the most convenient option if you have a place to park your car in Dubrovnik or planning to move around. It will take you 25 minutes to get from Dubrovnik to old town from the airport by private car.

There are a few agencies like Hertz, Avis, Europcar available in the airport. Prices can be around €30 per day. Check here to get the best deals renting a car in Dubrovnik!

BEST WAY DUBROVNIK AIRPORT TO CITY CENTER

If you ask me the best way from Dubrovnik airport to old town I would choose the airport bus shuttle to city since a single ticket will cost around €8 that you can book online and it will take 30-40 minutes especially if you are traveling alone.

If you are planning to move around Dubrovnik and you are traveling with more people renting a car can be a great option especially if you rent Airbnb outskirts of Dubrovnik. And if you prefer comfort you can get a taxi or private transfer.

If you go on a budget you can try to get a public bus from Dubrovnik airport to city center for less than €3 and you will have to walk outside the airport and look for the bus stop. Locals will be so helpful if you ask them they will tell you where is the bus stopping.

ACCOMMODATION BUDGET TRAVEL IN DUBROVNIK

You can access a dorm that can go up to €15-20. And while a hotel that is a double room in a budget can go up to €60.

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CASH AND ATMS IN CROATIA

The currency used all throughout Croatia is Croatian Kunas just like all European countries. The exact currency of Euro is A €1 = 7.5 HRK. You can use debit cards everywhere in Croatia. ATMs are available and accessible in all parts of the country.

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