The official Dubrovnik Airport shuttle bus, operated by Platanus, connects Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) with Ploče Gate beside Dubrovnik Old Town and the Main Bus Station in Gruž. A one-way ticket costs €10, an open return costs €15, and buses from the airport normally leave about 30 minutes after each arriving flight.
This page is focused on the shuttle itself: the current timetables in both directions, exact stops, tickets, luggage rules and what to do if your flight is delayed. For taxis, Uber, private transfers, parking and general airport information, use our Dubrovnik Airport guide.
Dubrovnik Airport shuttle: quick facts
Operator: Platanus
One-way ticket: €10
Open return: €15, open return ticket valid for an indefinite period
Children under 6: free
Airport → city: about 30 min to Ploče, 35 min to Gruž
City → airport: about 35 min from Gruž in normal traffic
Luggage: one suitcase included
Tickets onboard: no; buy before boarding
Arriving at Dubrovnik Airport?
See the estimated Platanus departures from DBV to Ploče Gate and Gruž.
Platanus publishes estimated departure times from Dubrovnik Airport based on scheduled flight arrivals. These are not rigid fixed departure times: buses normally leave around 30 minutes after arriving flights, and the actual departure can move if a flight is delayed.
Arriving at DBV: use the timetable below as a planning estimate, not as a guaranteed clock-time departure. Platanus monitors incoming flights and your airport-to-city ticket is valid for any shuttle departure on the same travel day.
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Airport to Dubrovnik route and stops
Dubrovnik Airport (DBV): shuttle departs outside Arrivals near the main entrance, normally around 30 minutes after a flight lands.
Ploče Gate / Old Town: approximately 30 minutes from the airport.
Dubrovnik Main Bus Station, Gruž: approximately 35 minutes from the airport and the final stop.
Ploče, not Pile: the airport shuttle drops arriving passengers near Ploče Gate on the eastern side of Dubrovnik Old Town. It does not drop passengers at Pile Gate.
If your accommodation is near Pile, you will still need to cross or go around the Old Town after leaving the shuttle. For accommodation around Gruž, the Main Bus Station is usually the more convenient stop.
What if your flight is delayed or you miss the shuttle?
Platanus follows incoming flights in real time, so a delayed flight does not normally mean you lose the shuttle. Your airport-to-city ticket is valid for any shuttle departure on the same day, and if you miss the first bus after landing you can use the next available departure.
After collecting your luggage, leave Arrivals and look for the white post marked “Shuttle bus” near the main airport entrance. Platanus buses are clearly branded.
Dubrovnik to Airport shuttle timetable
Scheduled departures below are from Dubrovnik Main Bus Station in Gruž. The shuttle normally reaches Grawe about 5 minutes later and the Cable Car stop about 10 minutes later, before continuing to Dubrovnik Airport.
Important: arrive at your chosen stop at least 10 minutes early. Summer traffic can affect journey times, and the timetable can change if airline schedules change.
For most accommodation on the eastern side of the Old Town, the Ploče stop is the most convenient arrival stop. When travelling back to the airport, use the Cable Car pickup stop above the Old Town rather than waiting at Ploče Gate itself.
Pile Gate and western Old Town
The shuttle does not serve Pile Gate directly. If you are staying near Pile, compare the walk from Ploče with taking the shuttle to Gruž and connecting by local bus or taxi, particularly if you have heavy luggage.
Gruž and the ferry port
The shuttle terminates at Dubrovnik Main Bus Station, making it very convenient for accommodation in Gruž and for onward travel. The Dubrovnik ferry port is about 500 metres away.
Lapad and Babin Kuk
There is no direct Platanus shuttle stop in Lapad or Babin Kuk. The usual budget option is to continue from Gruž by local city bus. With large luggage, children or a late arrival, a taxi or private ride may be simpler.
Practical tips for the Dubrovnik Airport shuttle
Arrive early in Dubrovnik: be at Gruž, Grawe or the Cable Car stop at least 10 minutes before the expected pickup.
Do not wait at Pile Gate: there is no Platanus airport-shuttle stop there.
Buy your ticket before boarding: tickets are not sold on the bus.
Keep the QR code ready: a mobile ticket is sufficient; no printout is required.
One suitcase is included: there is no separate charge for one standard suitcase.
Allow more time in summer: the normal 35-minute trip from Gruž can take longer when traffic leaving Dubrovnik is heavy.
Check the timetable again: flight schedules can change, especially outside July and August.
Need another airport transport option?
If the shuttle stops do not suit your accommodation, compare taxis, Uber, private transfers and public-bus options in our Dubrovnik Airport guide.
Prefer a private airport transfer?
For direct door-to-door transport, a pre-booked driver can be more convenient for families, groups, late arrivals and accommodation in Lapad or Babin Kuk.
A one-way Platanus shuttle ticket costs €10. An open return costs €15 and is valid for an indefinite period. Children under six travel free.
Where does the Dubrovnik Airport shuttle stop?
From the airport, the bus stops first at Ploče Gate beside Dubrovnik Old Town and then at Dubrovnik Main Bus Station in Gruž. From the city to the airport, pickups are at Gruž Main Bus Station, Grawe and the Cable Car stop.
Does the Dubrovnik Airport shuttle stop at Pile Gate?
No. Arriving airport buses stop at Ploče Gate, not Pile. For the return journey to the airport, the nearest Old Town pickup is the Cable Car stop above Ploče.
Is there a timetable from Dubrovnik Airport to the city?
Yes. Platanus publishes estimated Airport → Dubrovnik departure times based on scheduled flight arrivals. The times are approximate rather than fixed because the shuttle follows incoming flights.
Is the Dubrovnik to Airport timetable fixed?
Platanus publishes scheduled departures from Dubrovnik Main Bus Station in Gruž. The shuttle normally reaches Grawe about 5 minutes later and the Cable Car stop about 10 minutes after leaving Gruž.
How often does the shuttle leave Dubrovnik Airport?
Airport departures are linked to arriving flights rather than a simple fixed-frequency timetable. Buses normally leave around 30 minutes after each arriving flight.
What happens if my flight is delayed?
Platanus follows arriving flights, and an airport-to-city ticket is valid for any shuttle departure on the same travel day. If you miss the first bus after landing, use the next available shuttle.
Can I buy a Dubrovnik Airport shuttle ticket on the bus?
No. Buy the ticket online or at a Platanus sales point before boarding.
Is luggage included?
Yes. One suitcase is included in the ticket price.
Do I need to print my ticket?
No. You can show the QR code on your phone when boarding.
How early should I be at the Dubrovnik pickup stop?
Platanus recommends arriving at least 10 minutes before the expected departure or pickup time.
