Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
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Vehicles entering a roundabout have right of way.
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Standard international road signs are used.
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By law you must wear a seatbelt (including in the back seat if fitted), drive with dipped headlights on (even during
the day) and wear a helmet on a motorbike.
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Children's car seats aren't compulsory but kids under 12 and intoxicated passengers are not allowed in the front seat.
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Using a mobile phone while driving is prohibited.
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Driving barefoot is a no-no.
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Penalties for drink-driving are severe and could result in jail time. The legal limit is 0.05% of alcohol in your blood-
stream. Police can issue an on-the-spot fine but cannot collect payment.
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Standard speed limits are 50km/h in built-up areas, 80km/h outside built-up areas and 100km/h on certain roads.
Often the limit will change several times on a single stretch of the road because of mountainous conditions. Speeding
30km over the limit could lead to your driver's licence being temporarily confiscated.
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Cars must carry a set of replacement bulbs, first-aid kit, warning triangle and a reflective jacket.
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If you're involved in an accident resulting in major injury or material damage to your or another vehicle, you're leg-
ally obliged to report it to the police.
Hitching
Hitching is never entirely safe but it is a common practice in Montenegro. Wherever you are, there's always a risk
when you catch a ride with strangers. It's safer to travel in pairs and to let someone know your plans. Once you've
flagged down a vehicle, it's safer if you sit next to a door you can open. Ask the driver where they're going before you
say where you are going. Trust your instincts if you feel uncomfortable about getting in, and get out at the first sign of
trouble. You can find more pointers and info on ride sharing at
www.hitchhikers.org
.
Local Transport
Most Montenegrin towns, even Podgorica, are small enough to be travelled by foot. Podgorica is the only city to have a
useful bus network, costing 80c per trip. Taxis are easily found in most towns. If they're not metered, agree on a fare in
advance. Some Budva taxis have their meters set at extortionate rates, so ask to be let out if you suspect something's
amiss.
Train
Montenegro Railways
(Željeznica Crne Gore;
www.zpcg.me
) has services heading north from Bar and crossing the
country before going into Serbia; useful stops include Virpazar, Podgorica, Kolašin, and Mojkovac. A second line
heads northwest from Podgorica to Danilovgrad and Nikšić.
