Cities Near Kutaisi
Cities near Kutaisi, GE: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Zugdidi, Batumi, Nal’chik. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Kutaisi, GE is Zugdidi, about 45 mi (73 km) away — roughly 1 hr 21 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zugdidi | 45 mi / 73 km | 1 hr 21 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Batumi | 70 mi / 112 km | 2 hr 5 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Nal’chik | 97 mi / 156 km | 2 hr 15 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Sokhumi | 101 mi / 162 km | 2 hr 20 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Vladikavkaz | 113 mi / 183 km | 2 hr 38 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Kislovodsk | 114 mi / 183 km | 2 hr 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Ardeşen | 115 mi / 185 km | 2 hr 41 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Tbilisi | 117 mi / 188 km | 2 hr 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Kars | 117 mi / 188 km | 2 hr 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Gyumri | 118 mi / 190 km | 2 hr 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Kutaisi
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Zugdidi, Batumi, Nal’chik. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Kutaisi
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Sokhumi, Vladikavkaz, Kislovodsk, Ardeşen, Tbilisi. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Kutaisi include Zugdidi, Batumi, Nal’chik, Sokhumi, Vladikavkaz. The closest is Zugdidi, about 45 miles (73 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.