How the Connection to Novi Sad Works
Thousands of international tourists and commuters make this journey daily without any hassle. The transit system operates seamlessly in two connected stages:
- Train to Petrovaradin: The SOKO 200 km/h express whisks you from Belgrade Centre (Prokop) to Petrovaradin station in just 36 minutes. RegioExpress trains take approximately 45 minutes.
- Free Connecting Shuttle Bus: Dedicated city buses operated jointly by Srbija Voz and JGSP Novi Sad await passengers directly outside Petrovaradin station platforms. Buses depart immediately after each train arrival and drop passengers in central Novi Sad and next to the main bus station within 10 minutes.
Returning from Novi Sad to Belgrade
For the return journey, the procedure is equally simple:
- Connecting shuttle buses depart from the forecourt of Novi Sad Main Bus Station (Bulevar Jaše Tomića) and designated stops near the city center.
- Bus schedules are synchronized to arrive at Petrovaradin station 10 to 15 minutes before train departure.
- We recommend heading to the bus departure point roughly 30 minutes before your scheduled train time.
Where to Buy Tickets & Operating Hours
Ticketing is available through several official channels:
- Online (Recommended): Purchase through the official Srbija Voz app or website to secure a 5% discount and store a digital QR ticket directly on your mobile device.
- Petrovaradin Station Ticket Office: Staffed ticket windows accept cash (RSD) and all major credit/debit cards.
- Counter 19 at Novi Sad Bus Station: A dedicated Srbija Voz ticket desk operates inside the main hall of Novi Sad Bus Station.
Ticket Prices & SOKO Seat Reservations
Standard rail fares remain very affordable:
- SOKO InterCity (2nd class, seat reservation included): approx. 734 RSD (around 6.25 EUR) when booked online.
- Regio and RegioExpress trains: approx. 450 RSD (around 3.80 EUR).
- Holders of an SRB PLUS discount card receive 30% off all standard train ticket fares.
Česta pitanja
Do high-speed SOKO trains currently run between Belgrade and Novi Sad?
Yes, trains run every 30 to 60 minutes on schedule. Due to temporary arrangements, all passenger trains currently terminate at Petrovaradin railway station, just across the Danube river from central Novi Sad.
How do passengers get from Petrovaradin station to downtown Novi Sad?
Free dedicated shuttle buses meet every arriving train right in front of Petrovaradin station. They transport passengers directly across the river to Novi Sad city center and the main bus station.
Where can I buy train tickets in Novi Sad?
Buy tickets online with a 5% discount via the official Srbija Voz app or website. In person, ticket counters are available at Petrovaradin station and at counter 19 inside Novi Sad Main Bus Station.
How long does the journey take in total including the shuttle?
The SOKO high-speed train takes 36 minutes from Belgrade Centre to Petrovaradin, followed by a quick 10-minute shuttle bus ride into Novi Sad city center.
Do I need a separate bus ticket for the transfer shuttle?
No. Your valid train ticket to Novi Sad or Petrovaradin covers the shuttle bus journey at no additional cost.
Return: Novi Sad to Belgrade
Check return departures from Petrovaradin back to Belgrade Centre.
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