Tbilisi International — Bus 337 + minibus
Tbilisi International (TBS) to Tbilisi — Updated 2026
Tbilisi International (TBS) sits 17km east of the city, connected by the workhorse Bus 337 — a GEL 1 (about USD 0.37) 24-hour service that runs to Station Square (Tbilisi Central Railway) via Freedom Square in 40-55 minutes. This is one of the cheapest airport-to-capital connections in the world. You need a MetroMoney contactless card (GEL 2 deposit + fare loaded) — buy it at the machine in the arrivals hall. Cash is not accepted on Tbilisi buses. Frequency is 20-30 minutes day + night. For arrivals with luggage, Bolt (the dominant ride-hail app in Georgia) is the practical alternative at GEL 15-25 (USD 5.50-9) to central Tbilisi — cheaper than the official airport taxi flat fare (GEL 30-45) and infinitely safer than unmarked drivers. Yandex Go and Maxim also operate but Bolt has better airport coverage. There is also a Georgian Railways commuter train (GEL 0.50, 5 daily services) — dirt cheap but only 5 runs per day and the station is a 500m walk from the terminal, so most travellers skip it. Note: Tbilisi Metro doesn't serve the airport; the closest station (Isani) is a 30-minute bus ride away.
Bus 337 + minibus stops
| Station / Stop | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| TBS Arrivals | 0 min | Bus 337 stop directly outside; MetroMoney machine inside |
| Isani (metro transfer) | ~25 min | Line 1 metro connection for east/west Tbilisi |
| Freedom Square | 40-50 min | Central Tbilisi, hotels + Rustaveli Avenue |
| Station Square (Central Rail) | 50-55 min | Tbilisi Central Railway Station, minibus hub |
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Bus 337 + minibus vs alternatives
| Option | Cost | Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus 337 | GEL 1 | 40-55 min | Cheapest, 24/7. MetroMoney card required. |
| Georgian Railways train | GEL 0.50 | 25 min | Only 5 daily services, 500m walk from terminal. |
| Bolt (app) | GEL 15-25 | 20-35 min | App-based, dominant in Georgia. |
| Yandex Go | GEL 17-27 | 20-35 min | Backup ride-hail option. |
| Official airport taxi | GEL 30-45 flat | 20-35 min | Yellow taxi rank at arrivals. |
| Marshrutka minibus 37 | GEL 1 | 35-50 min | Locals' route to Ortachala, more stops. |
FAQ
How much is Bus 337 from Tbilisi airport?+
GEL 1 (~USD 0.37) via MetroMoney contactless card. Buy the card from the vending machine in the arrivals hall — GEL 2 deposit + your fare loaded on top. Cash is not accepted on Georgian buses since the MetroMoney rollout completed in 2023. The card also works on Tbilisi Metro (line 1 + line 2) at GEL 1 per journey.
Is Bolt cheaper than airport taxi in Tbilisi?+
Yes, meaningfully. Bolt runs GEL 15-25 from TBS to central Tbilisi vs GEL 30-45 flat for the official yellow taxi. Bolt fares are transparent + shown before you accept, driver + car are tracked. It's the standard for foreigners in 2026. Data via roaming or a local SIM (Magti/Silknet, buy at the airport, GEL 15 for 5GB).
Does Tbilisi Metro serve the airport?+
No. The closest metro station is Isani on Line 1, about 30 minutes by Bus 337. From the airport: Bus 337 → Isani → Metro Line 1 → anywhere on the network for GEL 1 more. Some travellers find this slower than staying on 337 all the way to Freedom Square.
Late-night Tbilisi airport transport?+
Bus 337 is genuinely 24/7 with reduced frequency (30-40 min) at night. Bolt runs 24/7 with normal fares (no big surge). Official taxi rank always staffed (GEL 35-50 nighttime flat). Tbilisi is one of very few Caucasus airports with all-night public transport — a genuine plus for red-eye arrivals.
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