Tbilisi → Bakuriani
Tbilisi to Bakuriani is about 180 km — three hours to the family ski resort above Borjomi (1,700 m). Bakuriani plans to open the 2026/27 season on 20 December 2026 at Didveli and Kokhta, snow permitting.
- Distance180 km
- Drive time3 h
- In winter3 h 30 min
- Pricefrom $95
Tbilisi → Bakuriani: price per car
| Car | Per car one way | Per person if you are 2 · 3 · 4 · 6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan up to 3 Toyota Camry / Prius or similar | $95 ≈ 247 GEL | $48 | $32 | — | — |
| Minivan up to 6 Mercedes Vito / Hyundai Starex | $120 ≈ 312 GEL | $60 | $40 | $30 | $20 |
| SUV 4x4 up to 4 Toyota Prado / Mitsubishi Delica, winter tyres | $135 ≈ 351 GEL | $68 | $45 | $34 | — |
| Sprinter up to 16 Mercedes Sprinter, up to 16 seats | $200 ≈ 520 GEL | $100 | $67 | $50 | $33 |
return — same price · paid parking and entry fees not included. Prices updated 20 October 2026.
The road
Highway west to Khashuri, then the Borjomi gorge and 30 km of mountain road from Borjomi up to Bakuriani. Winter tyres and chains in season.
Worth stopping
- Borjomi central park and mineral spring (+30 min).
Good to know
- Last season the day pass was 55 GEL for adults and 28 GEL for children; 2026/27 prices are not announced yet.
- The old Borjomi–Bakuriani narrow-gauge train ("Kukushka") has been out of service since 2020; a relaunch is talked about for December 2026 but not confirmed.
Included
- Private car and driver, fuel, parking
- Driver speaks English or Russian (tell us which)
- Meet & greet with a name sign at airports, 60 min free waiting after landing
- Free stops on the way for photos, coffee or a monastery (up to 1 h in total)
- Child seat free on request
- Free cancellation up to 24 h; pay the driver — no prepayment for transfers
Tbilisi → Bakuriani: questions
How much is Tbilisi to Bakuriani?
From $95 (≈ 247 GEL) for a sedan, $135 for a 4x4 — per car.
Gudauri or Bakuriani?
Gudauri is higher, bigger and better for freeride; Bakuriani is gentler, cheaper and good for families and beginners.
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