Batumi to Poti Transfer: Private Car Along the Black Sea Coast
Batumi to Poti at a glance
- Route: north along the Black Sea coast from Batumi to Poti
- On the way: Kobuleti (seaside resort) and Ureki (black magnetic sand)
- Poti: a major seaport, believed to stand near ancient Phasis
- Main reason to go: Kolkheti National Park, right next to the city
- Activities: boat tours on Lake Paliastomi and the Pichori river, bird watching
- Price: see live prices for your date on this page, per vehicle
- Payment: cash to the driver in GEL, USD or EUR
Facts about the places come from Wikipedia, Wikivoyage, Advantour and Eurasia Travel.
Why take a private transfer from Batumi to Poti?
Batumi and Poti are both on the coast, so the trip is short, but public transport means fixed timetables and no way to stop at the beaches in between. With a private car the driver picks you up at your hotel, the airport or the port in Batumi and takes you door to door. You decide when to leave, and you can stop in Kobuleti or Ureki on the way at no extra cost.
A transfer also makes sense if you plan to visit Kolkheti National Park. The lake shore and the boat tours are outside the city centre, and having a car with a local driver saves you from looking for taxis between them.
The route along the coast
From Batumi the road runs north along the Black Sea. The first larger town is Kobuleti, a resort situated on the eastern coast of the Black Sea, with a long strip of sandy and fine-pebble beach. It is a good place for a coffee or a walk by the sea.
Further north is Ureki, famous for its black, slightly magnetic sand. It is a relaxed place to stretch your legs on the beach before the last part of the drive. Our Batumi to Ureki guide has more about this stop.
After Ureki the road crosses the lowlands of the Kolkheti plain and reaches Poti, at the mouth of the Rioni river.
What to see in Poti
Poti is a Georgian city and a major seaport, located in the Rioni river delta on the Black Sea coast. It is believed to stand near the site of Phasis, one of the earliest Greek colonies in the region, the place linked with the ancient stories of Colchis. Today the centre is compact and easy to explore on foot.
The main reason to visit, though, is nature. The city is surrounded by Kolkheti National Park, a large area of wetlands and forest with rich bird life.
Kolkheti National Park and Lake Paliastomi
Lake Paliastomi lies within the boundaries of Kolkheti National Park. Boat tours run on the lake and on the Pichori river; the visitors centre can help you organise one. The park is also an excellent spot for bird watching, so bring binoculars if you have them.
| Stop | Why stop |
|---|---|
| Kobuleti | Seaside resort with a long sandy and fine-pebble beach |
| Ureki | Black, slightly magnetic sand |
| Poti | Major seaport near the site of ancient Phasis |
| Lake Paliastomi | Part of Kolkheti National Park; boat tours |
| Pichori river | Boat tours through the wetlands |
How to plan the day
Many travellers do Batumi to Poti as a one-way transfer, for example on the way to Zugdidi and Svaneti, or to Kutaisi. Others make it a day trip and return to Batumi in the evening.
- One way: leave Batumi in the morning, stop in Kobuleti or Ureki for a break, and arrive in Poti in time for a boat tour.
- Day trip: go straight to Poti for the morning boat tour on Lake Paliastomi, have lunch in town and stop at the Ureki beach on the way back.
- Onward: from Poti you can continue to Zugdidi; see our Batumi to Zugdidi transfer guide.
Coming from the capital instead? Read our Tbilisi to Poti transfer guide.
How to book
Open the route page, choose your date and time, and you will see the available drivers and the live price for the whole vehicle. Add your stops in the comment, for example a coffee in Kobuleti or an hour on the Ureki beach. Book at least 90 minutes before pickup. The driver meets you with a name sign and you pay in cash at the end of the trip.
See drivers and live prices: Batumi to Poti
Why travel with OrbiTrip
- Free stops on the way: Kobuleti, Ureki, viewpoints or lunch.
- Free waiting: take your time at every stop.
- Free cancellation: change plans without penalty.
- Same price day and night: early or late, the price is the same.
- Pay the driver in cash: GEL, USD or EUR, no prepayment.
- Name-sign meeting: the driver meets you with a name sign.
- Child seat on request: mention it when you book.
- Book ahead: at least 90 minutes before pickup.
- Reliability: For a confirmed booking, your driver is guaranteed to arrive; any necessary replacement driver is at the same price and with your agreement.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get from Batumi to Poti?
The easiest way is a private car with driver along the coastal road. The driver picks you up in Batumi and takes you door to door, with free stops on the way.
Can I stop in Kobuleti or Ureki?
Yes. Stops on the way are free. Kobuleti is a seaside resort and Ureki is known for its black magnetic sand.
How much does a Batumi to Poti transfer cost?
See live prices for your date on the route page. The price is for the whole vehicle and is shown before you book.
What is there to do in Poti?
The main reason to visit is Kolkheti National Park around the city, with boat tours on Lake Paliastomi and the Pichori river and good bird watching.
How do I pay?
In cash to the driver in GEL, USD or EUR. There is no prepayment.
Can I do Batumi to Poti as a day trip?
Yes. Many travellers go to Poti for a morning boat tour and return to Batumi in the evening, stopping at the beach on the way back.
Checked on 31 October 2026. Sources: Wikipedia, Wikivoyage, Advantour and Eurasia Travel.
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