Sarajevo Airport to City Centre: Bus, Taxi or Transfer?
The official Centrotrans airport bus links Sarajevo Airport with Baščaršija/Bentbaša through the city centre.
SHORT ANSWER
The official airport bus costs 5 KM.
One piece of luggage up to 23 kg is included; tickets can be bought from the driver or in the CentroCard app.
AIRPORT BUS
The cheapest straightforward option
Sarajevo Airport’s current published information lists the Airport–Bentbaša/Baščaršija line at 5 KM. It runs through central Sarajevo and has departures spread across the day; the exact timetable varies by weekday and weekend.
LUGGAGE
One normal checked-size bag is included
The airport states that one piece of luggage up to 23 kg is free. A second piece or luggage over 23 kg is charged 5 KM.
LATE ARRIVAL
Keep a taxi or transfer as Plan B
If your flight lands after the useful bus departure for your plans, a taxi or pre-arranged transfer is simpler. Save your accommodation address and pin before leaving airport Wi‑Fi.
AFTER YOU LAND
A practical bus checklist
- Follow signs toward the public exit from Terminal B; the airport says the bus stop is by the terminal exit.
- For the Airport–Bentbaša/Baščaršija line, the current one-way fare is 5 KM.
- The first piece of luggage up to 23 kg is currently included. A second piece or luggage over 23 kg is charged separately.
- You can currently buy from the driver or through the CentroCard app.
- Do not memorize an old timetable. The current schedule uses different weekday/weekend markings and includes late departures on some days, so check the airport timetable shortly before leaving the terminal.
The current airport timetable includes departures as late as 23:30 on some operating days, but the symbols matter. Check your exact day rather than assuming every listed time runs daily.
FAQ
Quick questions
How much is the Sarajevo airport bus?
The current official published fare is 5 KM.
Where does the bus go?
It connects the airport with Baščaršija/Bentbaša through central Sarajevo.
Can I buy a ticket on the bus?
Yes. The airport says tickets are available from the driver or via the CentroCard app.