Albania by bus
Traveling by bus in Albania is definitely one of the safest and cheapest ways of traveling while ensuring at the same time that you don't miss out on the beautiful natural landscapes around the country. Thanks to the well connected bus network between Albania cities it is easy to reach the majority of the most popular destinations within the country in a day.Table Of Contents
Intercity buses in Albania
In Albania intercity buses are available on more than 70 travel combinations, while traveling with an average speed of 31 km/h. Of course, intercity bus routes via highway have a higher average speed. The majority of the Albania intercity buses are comfortable long distance coaches, but older vehicles might be used on busier travel days.The timetable for popular intercity bus routes like Shkoder - Tirana or Tirana - Shkoder can be found online, but for some shorter intercity bus routes you might have to go to the bus station. Tickets are sold both online and on the spot, but after the COVID-19 pandemic an increasing number of travellers prefer buying their tickets online.
Domestic routes
As mentioned above there are more than 70 domestic intercity bus travel combinations in Albania. Below you will find some of the most popular Albania travel routes with minimal or no stops along the way:
International routes
From Albania there are international bus routes to neighboring countries such as Montenegro, North Macedonia and Greece, as well as to other countries such as Croatia, Serbia and Bulgaria.The majority of these international bus lines are daily departures, that are operated by various Albania bus companies.
Most of the International bus departures drive from Shkoder, Tirana and Durres. Of course, there are also some international bus departures from other cities throughout the country.
Below we have listed the most popular international bus routes:
Airport buses in Albania
If you are flying to Albania you will land in one of 1 airports located throughout the country. From the majority of Albania airports you have a bus shuttle to the nearest largest city and in some cases even intercity buses to other cities in the region. Click on the airport name below and read more about getting to and from the airport.International airports:
Bus companies in Albania
There are over 23 bus companies operating in Albania. 21 companies offer intercity bus lines, 0 companies drive airport shuttles, 0 companies operate regional and local lines, 3 bus companies offer bus rental and 0 companies offer bus tours. The bus companies are located in 8 cities throughout the country. The majority of companies can be found in Tirana and Durres.21 intercity bus companies operating in Albania are very different in size. The largest Albania company Skenderbeu shpk connects more than 23 cities, whereas the smallest intercity bus company Adis Travel & Tours only has service to 2 cities.
Below we have listed some of the most popular bus companies in Albania. Full list of bus companies in Albania can be found here.
Bus stations in Albania
In most cities there is a dedicated bus station, in smaller cities the bus station might be a parking lot with a shelter or a section on the road marked for multiple buses. In some cities buses also stop at public road bus stops or at gas stations and hotel parking lots. In larger cities you will find bus stations with amenities like toilets, luggage storage, kiosks, fast food restaurants and other useful services for travellers. In Albania there is a total of 10 bus stations, below we have listed 3 of the most popular bus stations, for a full list of bus stations in Albania click here.
Hire a coach in Albania
Albania bus rental companies offer coaches for any kind of group trip, whether it’s a transfer from the airport to your hotel, or single and multi day excursions to the many sights in Albania. Rest assured you will be able to find a suitable partner. If you are travelling during the high season, it is advisable to book your bus in advance to secure one of the best vehicles for your group.Here you can see a list of some companies offering bus rental in Albania:
Albtrans
MABA Viaggi
Komatas Tours
FAQ about buses in Albania
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