THE SHORT VERSION
Tbilisi to Vanadzor at a glance.
- From
- Tbilisi თბილისი
- To
- Vanadzor Վանաձոր
- Road distance
- About 171 km
- Straight line
- 102 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Vanadzor to Tbilisi →
- Border
- Georgia → Armenia. Passport and visa rules apply
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Tbilisi
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 Vanadzor
Ask the seller where the service ends in Vanadzor. 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 Vanadzor, the road continues.
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Tbilisi from Vanadzor by road?+
About 171 km by road (102 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Tbilisi to Vanadzor take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 2 h 45 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 Tbilisi?+
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 Vanadzor to Tbilisi?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Vanadzor to Tbilisi guide.
Where does the bus from Tbilisi arrive in Vanadzor?+
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 vehicle runs from Tbilisi to Vanadzor?+
12Go lists minivan (shared van) services on this route rather than full-size buses. Vans are usually quicker but have less luggage space, so check the luggage allowance for your departure before you book.
Can I book the Tbilisi to Vanadzor 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 Vanadzor by bus?+
Direct buses from Vanadzor include Yerevan. See all connections on our Vanadzor bus page.
Do I need a visa to take the bus from Tbilisi to Vanadzor?+
This journey crosses from Georgia into Armenia. Check the current entry and visa rules for your nationality before you travel, and keep your passport with you on the bus.
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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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