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What is the best time to rent a car from Dubrovnik to Mostar?
Travellers can enjoy fewer tourist crowds, warm weather, and relatively lower rental and accommodation prices in May–June and September–October. July and August are peak months with maximum footfall and highest rates.
| Period | Weather | Border wait | Rates |
| Jan–Mar | Cold, quiet | Low | Cheapest |
| Apr–May | Mild, green | Low–moderate | Good value |
| Jun | Warm | Moderate | Rising |
| Jul–Aug | Hot, peak season | Longest (up to 1–2 hrs) | Highest |
| Sep–Oct | Warm, fewer crowds | Moderate | Good value |
| Nov–Dec | Cold, quiet | Low | Cheapest |
đź’ˇ Plan a weekday border crossing between 10:00–15:00 to avoid dealing with the longest queues if you’re day tripping to Kravica Waterfalls.
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Are there tolls on the way from Dubrovnik to Mostar?
There are no tolls on the direct route from Dubrovnik to Mostar. The Pelješac Bridge was built to bypass the old Bosnian Neum corridor. From there to Mostar, you drive mostly on regional roads (not the tolled A1 motorway). So this route is toll-free on both sides of the border. The only cost involved is the parking fee upon reaching Mostar.
⚠️ A part of the A1 motorway on the route from Mostar toward Sarajevo does carry a toll. But it’s a separate drive and not part of the standard Dubrovnik–Mostar route itself.
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How long does it take to drive from Dubrovnik to Mostar?
It’s about a 130 to 140 km journey that requires 2 to 3 hours of driving time on regular days, including the Metković/Doljani border stop. You will need extra time to stop at PoÄŤitelj or Kravica Waterfalls along the way. Peak summer months require more travel time due to the longest border queues.
