Belgrade is the capital and largest city of Serbia, set at the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers. Known for the Kalemegdan Fortress, the bohemian Skadarlija quarter, the Temple of Saint Sava and a lively splavovi (river barge) nightlife, it blends Ottoman, Habsburg and Yugoslav layers into one of the Balkans' most energetic cities.
- Public
- Belgrade's city buses, trams, trolleybuses and the BG Voz urban train have been free for all passengers since 1 January 2025, so no ticket or card is needed. Coverage is wide but vehicles are older and crowded at rush hour. The A1 airport minibus is not free (about 300-400 RSD, ~$3-4)
- Taxi
- Plentiful and cheap by Western standards (a typical central ride is 600-1,500 RSD, ~$6-15) but overcharging of tourists is common if hailed at the airport or stations; use apps (CarGo, Yandex Go, Bolt) or call licensed companies
- Rental
- Useful for day trips to Novi Sad, Fruska Gora and Avala, but unnecessary in the city: traffic is heavy, parking zones are enforced and public transport is free
- Walking
- The old town (Knez Mihailova, Kalemegdan, Skadarlija, Savamala) is compact and walkable, with a flat riverside path along the Sava; hills are gentle but some pavements are uneven
Transport at a glance
- Public
- 4/5
- Taxi
- 3/5
- Rental
- 2/5
- Walking
- 4/5
Airport transfers
Getting from the airport to your accommodation.
| Option | Cost | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Local transport
Getting around the city.
Taxis & rideshare
What to expect from taxis and apps.
- Overview
- Licensed taxis in Belgrade have meters and company signs. Fares are regulated and you pay the metered price plus a small tip. Published tariffs vary by source: about 210-320 RSD (~$2-3) starting charge and about 80-105 RSD (~$0.80-1.05) per kilometre by day, with higher night and Sunday rates; a 5 km central ride typically costs 700-1,200 RSD (~$7-12). Baggage up to 20 kg per bag is included.
- Companies
- Pink Taxi 19803, Beotaksi 1970 / 19999, Beogradski 19801, Zuti Taxi 19802, Naksi 2157-668 (dial from a Belgrade phone; short numbers may need the +381 11 prefix when dialled from a foreign number)
- Airport
- Use the licensed taxi counter in the arrivals hall or an app; avoid unmetered offers. Typical central fare is 1,800-3,000 RSD (~$18-30)
- Complaints
- Belgrade taxi complaints line: +381 11 3227-000
- Tips
- Insist on the meter or confirm the app price, ask for a receipt, and round up the fare to the next 50-100 RSD (~$0.50-1) as a tip
Intercity travel
Getting between cities and regions.
Transportation details
Full breakdown of how to get around.
Belgrade is well connected: Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG) is 18 km west of the centre, the Beograd Centar railway station (Prokop) serves domestic and regional trains including the new high-speed line to Novi Sad, and intercity buses leave from the new main bus station in New Belgrade. Inside the city, buses, trams, trolleybuses and BG Voz trains are free for all passengers since 1 January 2025. All prices use 1 USD = 100 RSD and 1 EUR = 117 RSD.
Airports
Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport
Useful apps
Download before you arrive.
Transport tips
Travel smarter, not harder.
City buses, trams, trolleybuses and BG Voz trains are free (since 1 January 2025); you board without validating or buying a ticket
The A1 airport minibus to Slavija Square is paid on board in cash (about 300-400 RSD, ~$3-4); the free bus 72 runs to Zeleni Venac
Order taxis by app (CarGo, Yandex Go, Bolt) or call a licensed company (Pink Taxi 19803, Beotaksi 1970, Beogradski 19801); never accept a flat fare without the meter
Beograd Centar (known locally as Prokop) is the main railway station for domestic and international trains; the main intercity bus station moved to New Belgrade (Block 42) in September 2024
Use Google Maps or Moovit for live bus and tram routes; destination boards are in Serbian, often in Cyrillic
Keep small dinar notes for the A1 minibus, kiosks and tips
Watch your bag on crowded trams and buses; pickpockets work popular lines in rush hour and in summer