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How to get from Kotor to Mostar
Kotor to Mostar is about 3 h 30 to 4 h 30 by road for roughly 200–230 km, depending on the route and border waits. There is no train. A few direct buses run in season; otherwise travellers change in Dubrovnik or Trebinje, or join a tour.
Best option: Car. Driving gives the most direct route with flexibility at the borders.
All the ways to make the trip
| How | Time | How often | Price* | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| car Via Herceg Novi and Trebinje (Bosnia and Herzegovina), or via Dubrovnik and Neum (Croatia) | about 3 h 30–4 h 30 | fuel; border waits possible | Check that your rental car can cross into Bosnia and Croatia; carry the green card. | |
| bus Direct buses in season, or buses with a change in Dubrovnik or Trebinje | about 4–6 h | limited | about €20–35 | Check current schedules. |
*Approximate prices and times for 2026. Timetables change by season: check with the operator before you travel.
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Tips
- Border waits can be long in summer; leave early.
- Rental cars need permission for border crossings.
- Mostar's old bridge is busy at midday; arrive early or late.
- Bosnia uses the convertible mark (BAM); euros are often accepted.
Common questions
Is there a direct bus?
Some direct buses run, mainly in the summer season. Otherwise you change in Dubrovnik or Trebinje. Total time is about 4 to 6 hours. Check current schedules at the Kotor bus station. Tickets can be bought at the station the day before.
How long is the drive?
About 3 h 30 to 4 h 30. The route via Trebinje stays mostly in Montenegro and Bosnia and Herzegovina; the route via Dubrovnik and Neum crosses Croatia. Border waits can add time in summer. Check that your rental contract allows border crossings.
What do I need at the border?
A valid passport, and for drivers the car documents and green card insurance. Check entry requirements for your nationality for Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina and, if you go via Dubrovnik, Croatia. Rental car companies usually charge a cross-border fee, so ask when booking.
Can I do it as a day trip?
It is possible but long. Many tour companies offer day trips from Kotor to Mostar. Staying a night in Mostar lets you see the old town in the quieter evening hours. Tours often include stops on the way, so compare itineraries before booking.
Compiled by TonyPlan from operator and transport information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.