Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) is about 21 km from the Old Town, and there's no Uber in the city – here's exactly how locals and visitors actually get in.
The airport sits about 21 km south of Dubrovnik’s Old Town, normally a 25–30 minute drive that can stretch to around an hour during peak summer congestion. The official Platanus shuttle is flight-linked (not a fixed timetable) – it departs about 30 minutes after every landing, 24/7, reaching Ploče Gate (the Old Town entrance) in around 30 minutes for €10 one-way / €15 return. Note: Dubrovnik has no Uber – taxis and pre-booked transfers are your only on-demand options.
Transfer options at a glance
Dubrovnik Airport to Old Town
| Option | Price (one-way) | Time | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Platanus shuttle bus (official) | €10 (€15 return) | ~30 min, timed to every flight | Budget travellers, no pre-booking needed |
| Shared private transfer (booked online) | from €15 | ~30 min | Solo/couples on a budget |
| Private transfer, larger group (booked online) | from €28 | 30–60 min direct | Families, groups up to 8 |
| Taxi (commonly cited rate, not officially fixed) | ~€30 | 25–30 min | Landing late / no pre-booking |
Platanus shuttle price/schedule confirmed directly on platanus.hr; taxi rate is commonly cited by local operators but not an official published tariff; private transfer prices from live GetYourGuide listings, checked 2026-07-09.
From a budget shared ride to a private car for up to 8 people:
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What will YOUR transfer cost?
Dubrovnik Airport to Old Town — pick your group size
Totals use listed ‘from' prices per option (per person or per vehicle); items marked approx are typical market rates, not fixed fares. Final prices vary by date and operator.
About 21 km, normally a 25–30 minute drive (up to an hour in peak summer traffic).
Yes – Platanus runs a flight-linked shuttle (departing ~30 minutes after each landing, 24/7) to Ploče Gate for €10 one-way.
No – Dubrovnik has no Uber. Your on-demand options are taxis or a pre-booked private transfer.
Around €30 to the Old Town is commonly cited by local operators, though it's not an official fixed tariff – agree the price before you get in if it's not metered.
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Page last fact-checked 9 July 2026.
