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Sarajevo public transport guide by Meet Bosnia
Sarajevo public transport guide will provide you enough information to easily get around the city. Ticket prices, taxi companies and much more.
How public transportation works in Sarajevo?
City transport system basically consists from tram, trolleybus, bus and minibus lines, run by two different companies – publicly owned GRAS and private company CENTROTRANS. Generally speaking, the quality of GRAS services is at a much lower level – they are often not punctual, they miss the rides, their vehicles are poorly maintained and often dirty, drivers and conductors rude. The tickets from one company can not be used in the vehicles of another (except monthly and annual tickets), and there are different tickets for trams, buses, trolleybuses and minibuses.
Types of tickets in public transport
There are tickets for a single, two and five rides available, as well as daily and 10-days tickets for all transport means, but only for the central city zone A – which does, though, extend to Ilidža, Vogošća, Dobrinja and Old Town – Baščaršija. After leaving the vehicle, one needs to get a new single ride ticket or stamp again the one for several rides, if he/she wants to continue the ride.
Public transport ticket prices in Sarajevo
Tickets needed for any form of public transportation can be purchased at kiosks (for 1.80 KM/0.90€) or from the driver (for 1.80 BAM/0.90€).
There are also multi-ride tickets available for the trams, which are ideal if you plan on using public transport for getting around town: for two rides they cost 3.00 BAM, for five rides 7.10 BAM, and for children tickets 0.50 BAM. The daily ticket costs 5.30 BAM and 10 days one is 37.20 BAM. You must have your tickets punched or stamped upon entering the vehicle. The ticket for the commercial line between Bašćaršija and Dobrinja costs 2.00 BAM. A single ticket for the Bašćaršija-Airport line costs 5.00 BAM and returns at 8.00 BAM. Both GRAS and CENROTRANS have also their kiosks or sales points at several locations in town, where daily and 10-day tickets are sold.
Note: BAM is the official currency in Bosnia and Herzegovina in the local language also known as “KM” – Convertible Mark.
Make sure to check the ticket
You should be careful to check the ticket – if it is not possible for any reason (often the machines don’t work), inform the driver. It is a known fact that the controllers often scam foreign tourists if they find them without a ticket or with improperly stamped or punched tickets.
How to get from airport to city center?
Airport to Sarajevo City Center
For the fastest transfer from Sarajevo Airport to the city centre or vice versa, we recommend you book our Sarajevo Airport Transfer which is available 24/7, 365 days, and costs only 20€.
Transportation to mountains around Sarajevo
Sarajevo to Bjelasnica, Jahorina and Igman
Buses to Bjelašnica, Igman and Jahorina mountains run only during the winter sports season.
Most important stops by transport company
GRAS Stops – Public company
CENTROTRANS Stops – Private company
Most important lines by mean of transport
Tram lines
Trolleybus lines
Taxi service in Sarajevo
In Sarajevo, one can find many taxi companies and we’ve shortened the list with their telephone numbers.
Important note: Be aware of taxi scams when you arrive, make sure the taximeter is on and advice is to ask the driver the approximate price for the ride.
Useful information
How to get from Sarajevo old town to East Sarajevo bus station? You can take a taxi, trolleybus or bus. A taxi is the best option if you have a lot of luggage. If you prefer public transport you can ride a trolleybus line Trg Austrije – Dobrinja, then walk a few meters. Or, choose a private company Centrotrans line Vijećnica – Dobrinja, take the last exit then walk a few meters.
How to get from Sarajevo to main bus station? Easy, take a tram line 1 from the city centre directly to the Railway station, the bus station will be around 100 meters away.
How to get from old town Sarajevo to airport? The best option is to get our Sarajevo airport transfer for 20€ and our driver will take you directly to the airport with no delays and you will get on time. Make sure to book the transfer below!
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FAQ
How public transportation works in Sarajevo?
The city transport system basically consists of tram, trolleybus, bus and minibus lines, run by two different companies. The tickets from one company can not be used in the vehicles of another (except monthly and annual tickets), and there are different tickets for trams, buses, trolleybuses and minibuses.
What are types of tickets in Sarajevo's public transport?
There are tickets for a single, two and five rides available, as well as daily and 10-day tickets for all transport means, but only for the central city zone A – which does, though, extend to Ilidža, Vogošća, Dobrinja and Old Town – Baščaršija.
What is the single ticket price for public transport?
Tickets that are needed for any form of public transportation can be purchased at kiosks (for 1.40 KM) or from the driver (for 1.80 BAM).
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Blog contributor: Tarik Dreca