Georgia land border crossings: status on 27 October 2026
Easiest: a car door to door: from $285 (per car, not per person)
Georgia has open road crossings with Armenia (Sadakhlo–Bagratashen, Ninotsminda–Bavra, Guguti–Gogavan) and Turkey (Sarpi, Vale; Kartsakhi is daytime), all except Kartsakhi on the Revenue Service 24-hour list. The only open crossing with Russia, Upper Lars (Dariali), is for vehicles only. Azerbaijan's land borders remain closed to travellers since March 2020; only a limited Tbilisi–Baku train resumed in May 2026. We drive you door to door to Yerevan or Gyumri, or to the Georgian side of Sarpi, Vale and Upper Lars, at a fixed price per car. Checked by the RideGE team on .
- Armeniaopen, 24 h (3 road crossings)
- TurkeySarpi, Vale 24 h
- RussiaUpper Lars, vehicles only
- Azerbaijanclosed to travellers
Which Georgian borders are open right now?
As of 27 October 2026 all Armenian and Turkish road crossings work; Azerbaijan is closed to travellers by its own decree, and the Russian border has a single open crossing.
| Crossing (Georgia / neighbour) | Neighbour | Hours | On foot? | Our service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sadakhlo / Bagratashen | Armenia | 24 h | yes | Tbilisi → Yerevan, same car |
| Ninotsminda / Bavra | Armenia | 24 h | drivers | Tbilisi → Gyumri, same car |
| Guguti / Gogavan | Armenia | 24 h | drivers | on request |
| Sarpi / Sarp | Turkey | 24 h | yes | Batumi → Georgian checkpoint |
| Vale / Türkgözü (Posof) | Turkey | 24 h | drivers | Tbilisi → Georgian checkpoint |
| Kartsakhi / Aktaş | Turkey | not on the 24 h list | — | not offered |
| Dariali / Upper Lars | Russia | 24 h | no, vehicles only | to Stepantsminda only |
| Red Bridge, Lagodekhi and others | Azerbaijan | closed to travellers | — | not offered |
Which crossing should I use for Yerevan, Gyumri or Turkey?
| Going to | Best crossing | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Yerevan, Dilijan, Lori | Sadakhlo–Bagratashen | shortest to Yerevan, buses and the train use it |
| Gyumri, Shirak | Ninotsminda–Bavra | direct line across the Javakheti plateau |
| Trabzon, Hopa, Rize | Sarpi | coast road, walkable |
| Kars, Ardahan, Posof | Vale | inland road via Akhaltsikhe |
| Vladikavkaz | Upper Lars | the only open Russia crossing; vehicles only |
Do you drive through the border or change cars?
To Armenia we drive through in the same car with the same driver. To Turkey we stop at the Georgian checkpoint: Georgian cars need extra papers there, so you cross on foot (Sarpi) or continue with a Turkish-side car you arrange (Vale). At Upper Lars we take you to Stepantsminda only — we do not sell the crossing into Russia.
What happens if a crossing closes on my travel day?
For Armenia we switch to another open crossing at the same price. For a Turkish or Russian drop-off we move your date free of charge or refund the online payment in full if you cancel 24 h or more before pickup.
Which documents do I need at a Georgian land border?
A passport or (for some nationalities) an ID card. Since 1 January 2026 Georgia requires tourists to hold health insurance for the stay. Visa rules depend on your passport — check the Georgian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Armenian or Turkish e-visa portal for the other side.
Are the Azerbaijan crossings open again?
No. Azerbaijan has kept its land borders closed since March 2020 and keeps extending the decree (OC Media, 17 March 2026). A Tbilisi–Baku train restarted on 26 May 2026 for limited categories of passengers (Eurasianet, 20 May 2026). See our Red Bridge status page.
How much does a private car cost?
| Route | Sedan | Minivan | SUV 4x4 | Sprinter | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tbilisi → Yerevan | $285 | $350 | $360 | $575 | $580 |
| Tbilisi → Gyumri via Bavra | $270 | $335 | $345 | $545 | $555 |
| Batumi → Sarpi border (Turkey) | $35 | $45 | $50 | $70 | $80 |
| Tbilisi → Vale border (Turkey) | $180 | $240 | $270 | $360 | $435 |
| Tbilisi → Kazbegi (Stepantsminda) | $170 | $220 | $230 | $360 | $370 |
Pay 50% online to confirm, the rest in cash to the driver — or 100% online. Trips under $100 are paid in full online. Full refund if cancelled 24 h+ before pickup (multi-day: 7+ days).
Questions
Is the Georgia–Armenia border open 24 hours?
Yes. Sadakhlo, Ninotsminda and Guguti are on the Revenue Service list of 24-hour checkpoints, as reported in October 2026.
Can I walk across the Georgia–Turkey border?
Yes, at Sarpi near Batumi. Vale is used mainly by vehicles.
Can I walk across Upper Lars?
No. Upper Lars is for vehicles only; pedestrians are not allowed to cross on foot.
Can I cross from Georgia to Azerbaijan by road?
Not as a traveller: the land border is closed by Azerbaijan, with only a limited passenger train restarted in May 2026.
How much is a private car from Tbilisi to Yerevan?
From $285 per sedan, door to door, same car through the border.
Do you take cars into Turkey?
No. We drop you at the Georgian checkpoint of Sarpi or Vale.
Sources and checks
- Travellers' reports (independent travel guide) · published 2026-10 · checked
- Georgian National Tourism Administration — Customs and border checkpoints · checked
- OC Media — Azerbaijan extends land border closure until summer 2026 · published 2026-03-17 · checked
- Travellers' reports (independent travel guide) · checked
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia — consular information (visas) · checked
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia — e-Visa portal · checked
- Republic of Türkiye — official e-Visa application system · checked
- Eurasianet — Azerbaijan reopening land border, resuming rail connection with Georgia · published 2026-05-20 · checked
Status and rules change. Before you travel, check the official source; we re-check these pages before each update.
You may also need
- Sadakhlo–Bagratashen: crossing from Georgia to Armenia in 2026
- Ninotsminda–Bavra: the Georgia–Armenia crossing towards Gyumri
- Guguti–Gogavan and Akhkerpi: the minor Georgia–Armenia crossings
- Sarpi border: Batumi to Turkey in 2026
- Vale–Türkgözü: the inland Georgia–Turkey crossing
- Upper Lars (Dariali): Georgia–Russia border status
- Red Bridge and Lagodekhi: Georgia–Azerbaijan border status
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