City in Durres County, Albania
Getting around Durrës
How to get around Durrës
The center and beach are walkable; local buses and furgons cover the rest. Buses and furgons to Tirana leave from the station every 15–30 minutes.
Ways to get around Durrës
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Bus or furgon to Tirana | About 150–300 ALL | 45–90 min depending on traffic; frequent departures |
| Local bus | About 40–60 ALL | Links the beachfront, port and center |
| Ferry to Italy | Varies | Services to Bari, Ancona and Trieste; check operators for schedules |
Taxis in Durrës
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. Taxis are plentiful at the port and beachfront; agree the fare first. No ride apps work reliably.
Arriving in Durrës
Tirana International (TIA)
Taxi about 2,500–3,500 ALL, 30–40 min; airport bus to Tirana then a Durrës bus is cheaper but slower.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Occasionally rented in summer; the beach road is crowded and drivers are erratic.
- Driving: on the right. Bring a 1968 IDP with your licence; the 1949 version is no longer accepted. Cars need a Green Card.
- Onward travel in Albania: Buses and furgons (minibuses) link towns, often leaving when full from roadside stops; timetables are informal. Rail service is minimal, so most visitors bus or rent a car.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Durrës?
No ride-hailing apps work here. Taxis are plentiful at the port and beachfront; agree the fare first. No ride apps work reliably.
What's the best way to get around Durrës?
The center and beach are walkable; local buses and furgons cover the rest. Buses and furgons to Tirana leave from the station every 15–30 minutes.
How do I get from the airport to Durrës?
Taxi about 2,500–3,500 ALL, 30–40 min; airport bus to Tirana then a Durrës bus is cheaper but slower.
Is Durrës walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
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