From Sarajevo
Mostar Day Trip from Sarajevo
The easiest Mostar day trip of the three — a sub-2-hour run entirely inside Bosnia.
Last updated: 2026-09-20
Quick facts
~1h45–2h each way · 130 km · no border crossing · the most relaxed of the three day trips.
The shortest route
Mostar is about 130 km from Sarajevo — roughly 1h45–2h on the new motorway, with no border crossing (both cities are in Bosnia). That makes it the most relaxed of the three day trips.
Train, tour or car?
| Option | Time | Cost (pp, est.) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guided day tour | Full day | €35–55 | Easy, no driving |
| Train (Sarajevo–Mostar) | ~2h | €8–12 | Scenic, budget |
| Rental car | 1h45 each way | €35–50/day | Add Blagaj/Počitelj |
The Sarajevo–Mostar railway is one of the most scenic in the Balkans and the cheapest option.
Add-ons on the way
- Blagaj — 15 min south of Mostar, at the Buna spring.
- Počitelj — a fortified Ottoman village, great photo stop.
- Kravice — if you have a car, an easy southern detour.
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FAQ
Do I need a passport from Sarajevo to Mostar?
No — both cities are in Bosnia and Herzegovina, so there’s no border crossing on this route. Just bring ID for the train or tour.
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