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Visiting Sveti Stefan and Petrovac: how it works in Montenegro — first-hand

Short answer
You can reach Sveti Stefan from Budva via local buses that depart every 20 minutes from the main station or along the Adriatic Highway. For those arriving at Podgorica Airport, take an intercity bus to Budva and transfer to a local bus for the final leg to Sveti Stefan.

From real experience

To travel from Budva to Sveti Stefan, one can use local buses departing from the main bus station or within the city.
Sveti Stefan is a picturesque location but can be logistically inconvenient for extended stays due to limited shops and higher prices. It is often recommended to combine a visit with stays in other areas.
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To travel from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Sveti Stefan using public transport: 1. Take a taxi (approx.
15 EUR) or a local bus from the airport to Podgorica Bus Station. 2. From Podgorica Bus Station, take an intercity bus to Budva (approx. 7 EUR). 3. In Budva, transfer to a local bus for Sveti Stefan; these typically run every 20 minutes.
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Public bus routes serve the Budva to Sveti Stefan direction, with boarding points available near the Old Town and along the Adriatic Highway.
Pedestrian travel along the highway between Petrovac and Sveti Stefan is discouraged due to safety concerns; public transport is recommended for this segment.
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For travel to Montenegro's coast, particularly the Budva Riviera (Pržno, Sveti Stefan), flying into Podgorica Airport can be more cost-effective than Tivat.
A taxi from Podgorica to Sveti Stefan takes about 50 minutes and costs around €70. The water in the Bay of Kotor is warmer than further south.
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Buses from Budva to Petrovac operate on a schedule.
Travelers should check the bus timetable for departures from Budva's bus station to Petrovac.
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