Day trip from Tbilisi to Rustavi
Rustavi lies 19 km (12 mi) south-east of Tbilisi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 19 km (12 mi) apart, Rustavi is a realistic day trip from Tbilisi: about 18 min each way by road.
| Tbilisi | Rustavi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Georgia | Georgia |
| Population | 1 million | 128,249 |
| Elevation | 433 m (1,421 ft) | 345 m (1,132 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+4 (Asia/Tbilisi) | UTC+4 (Asia/Tbilisi) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Rustavi
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Staying in Rustavi
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Common questions
How far is Rustavi from Tbilisi?
19 km (12 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Tbilisi; by road roughly 23 km (14 mi).
How long does it take to get from Tbilisi to Rustavi by road?
About 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tbilisi and Rustavi?
No, both are on Asia/Tbilisi at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.