THE SHORT VERSION
Kotor to Podgorica at a glance.
- From
- Kotor
- Road distance
- About 72 km
- Straight line
- 40 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~1 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Podgorica to Kotor →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Kotor
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
Arriving in Podgorica
Ask the seller where the service ends in Podgorica. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Podgorica, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Podgorica
More buses from Kotor
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Kotor from Podgorica by road?+
About 72 km by road (40 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Kotor to Podgorica take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 1 h 30 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Kotor?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Podgorica to Kotor?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Podgorica to Kotor guide.
Where does the bus from Kotor arrive in Podgorica?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Kotor to Podgorica?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Kotor to Podgorica bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Podgorica by bus?+
Direct buses from Podgorica include Dubrovnik, Cetinje, Nikšić, Bar, Kolašin and more. See all connections on our Podgorica bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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