Train from Yerevan to Batumi is a seasonal service jointly operated by Georgian Railways and South Caucasus Railway. It offers a convenient way to travel from Armenia’s capital to the popular Black Sea resort of Batumi, with stops along the way, including Tbilisi. The main downside of the service is the long journey time, but this is offset by the modern, air-conditioned coaches. Ticket prices are affordable
Rolling stock
The train is composed of South Caucasus Railway coaches. Available car types include:
SV (Spalny Vagon): 2-berth compartments (1st class)
Kupe/Sleeper: 4-berth compartments (2nd class)
Platskartny: open-plan sleeper cars (3rd class)
Since 2021, the train has featured modern Russian-made coaches with air conditioning and eco-friendly toilets. According to the railway categorization used in former Soviet countries, this is a “firmenny” (premium) train named “Armenia”. Each coach has a shower and microwave oven.
Operating Dates 2025
The Yerevan–Batumi train runs every other day from June 16 to October 1, 2025. The last train arrives in Yerevan on October 2.
The full journey is around 450 kilometers and takes approximately 16 hours. The long duration is due to poor railway infrastructure in Armenia, mountainous terrain, windy route on the Armenian territory, border control procedures and an lengthy stop in Tbilisi
The train terminates at Batumi Railway Station, which is located 3 km from the city center. Contrary to outdated information on some websites, the train no longer ends at Makhinjauri station (10 km from Batumi), which was the terminus about a decade ago.
Ticket Prices (Depending on Lower/Upper Berth)
Yerevan – Tbilisi:
Platskartny (open-plan sleeper):
Lower berth: 11,521 AMD / €26.4
Upper berth: 10,877 AMD / €25
Kupeyny (4-berth compartment):
Lower berth: 16,032–19,674 AMD / €37–45
Two types of Kupeyny cars are in use; the reason for the price difference is unclear for me.
SV (2-berth compartment):
Fixed price: 26,851 AMD / €62
Yerevan – Batumi:
Platskartny (open-plan sleeper):
Lower berth: 16,856 AMD / €38
Upper berth: 15,811 AMD / €36
Kupeyny (4-berth compartment):
Lower berth: 23,449–27,090 AMD / €58–62
Two types of Kupeyny cars; differences unknown
SV (2-berth compartment):
Fixed price: 37,934 AMD / €87
Ticket purchase
Tickets can be purchased online, though a service fee is charged. In previous years, availability was generally good, even shortly before departure, as the train is mainly used by tourists. Locals tend to prefer minibuses, which cover the Yerevan–Tbilisi route much faster.
South Caucaus Railway – official website
Border controls
Border Control at Sadakhlo (Georgia). As of 2024, passengers must disembark at Sadakhlo Station for passport control. Georgian officials take fingerprints and ask about the purpose and duration of your stay. Unfortunately, the station lacks basic infrastructure — not even a roofed waiting area.
Georgia and Armenia are in talks to simplify border procedures in the future.
Related articles:
Train travel in Georgia – a general overview
Train travel in Armenia – a general overview
