Facts about the bus from Podgorica to Shkoder
| Cheapest Bus | $13 |
| Fastest Bus | 1h 30m |
| Earliest Bus | 8:00 AM |
| Latest Bus | 4:00 PM |
| Daily Bus Routes | 0 |
| Distance | 38 kilometers |
| Bus Companies | Drita Travel, MS Tours, Old Town Travel |
Buses from Podgorica to Shkoder
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Podgorica to Shkoder Destination Reviews
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Anonymous The bus was worse than vomit. Nothing. this was a terrible ride. The bus was very bad and the seat I sat on was wet. The buss smelled and the station never accepted our “mobile tickets” which resulted in us paying additional “fees” in cash to print the tickets plus they still charge you additional “fees” in cash for each luggage.
Podgorica to Shkoder, Bus Standard AC, Drita Travel (Drita Travel), Sep 7, 2025
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Anonymous Comfortable bus and air conditioning worked. The driver seemed in a rush to get everyone aboard and did not communicate at all re the border crossing.
Podgorica to Shkoder, Bus Standard AC, MS Tours, Aug 9, 2025
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Anonymous Super easy and quick. No AC in back only on driver. Pay extra for bag. Pay extra to have my ticket printed at station even though I had the ticket already printed as instructed.
Podgorica to Shkoder, Bus Standard AC, MS Tours, Aug 2, 2025
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Anonymous The ride across the border from Montenegro to Albania was very fast. The bus was late, very hot, and had bag fees that were not listed anywhere I could find, even though the bus was empty enough to put bags on other seats we were still charged for bag storage which was just a small section of seats at the back of the small bus. Out of all the buses I've taken this has been the most uncomfortable ride.
Podgorica to Shkoder, Bus Standard AC, MS Tours, Jul 24, 2025
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Anonymous Smooth border crossing. Not on time.
Podgorica to Shkoder, Bus Standard AC, MS Tours, Jul 24, 2025
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Anonymous It’s like a low-cost plane, you have to pay for luggage. Was on time and we made the journey safely. When you get on the bus they make you pay 2€ for each luggage you put in the hold. The driver will not give you a choice and won’t explain anything to you. We felt like we were robbed.
Podgorica to Shkoder, Bus Standard AC, MS Tours, Jul 20, 2025
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Anonymous Online ticket not accepted. Good service, and we left and arrived on time.
Podgorica to Shkoder, Bus Standard AC, Drita Travel (Drita Travel), Nov 7, 2024
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Anonymous You have to pay extra to bring luggage too big to bring inside the bus.
Podgorica to Shkoder, Bus Standard AC, MS Tours, Sep 22, 2024
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Anonymous "bus station fee". The bus left on time. When we arrived at our destination there was flash flooding the driver tried to find a drier place for us to get off. Even if you have printed your ticket they make you "validate" it and pay a 2 euro fee per person as a bus station fee. As expected then have to pay a further 2 euros to put each bag on the bus. Bus was old and many of the seats a bit broken.
Podgorica to Shkoder, Bus Standard AC, Drita Travel (Drita Travel), Sep 18, 2024
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Anonymous I was left really shaken and upset by the experience of travelling from Podgorica to Shkoder. I am a solo traveller from England and I don’t speak Montenegran or Albanian. I handed in my ticket and made it clear I was travelling to Shkoder. However, when we got to Shkoder the driver didn’t advise of the stop. We then started to drive out of Shkoder. I spoke to the driver who was really rude and said he only had 3 passengers for Shkoder and he dropped them off. I showed him my to ticket and he finally pulled over. He left me on the side of the road with no phone signal or money 2 miles from Shkoder. I was left shaken by the whole experience.
Podgorica to Shkoder, Bus Standard AC, Drita Travel (Drita Travel), Sep 11, 2024
Podgorica to Shkoder Bus Schedule
| Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
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MS Tours | Standard AC | 08:00 | 09:35 | $16.69 | |
MS Tours | Standard AC | 09:00 | 10:30 | $16.69 | |
Drita Travel | Standard AC | 09:00 | 10:30 | $14.83 | |
Old Town Travel | Standard AC | 10:00 | 11:50 | $17.73 | |
MS Tours | Standard AC | 11:30 | 13:00 | $16.69 | |
Jadran Ekspres | Standard AC | 13:00 | 14:50 | $18.12 | |
MS Tours | Standard AC | 14:30 | 16:00 | $16.69 | |
Drita Travel | Standard AC | 16:00 | 18:30 | $13.90 |
How to get from Podgorica to Shkoder by Bus
Taking a bus to get from Podgorica to Shkoder is a safe, comfortable and less expensive alternative for traveling this route. To popular destinations, bus companies operate multiple trips per day, often round the clock at 30-60 minute intervals. To less traveled destinations, there may be only 1 scheduled trip a day. The most common bus types are non-air-conditioned, air-conditioned, and premium buses.
It is best to reserve your tickets at least a few days ahead of your travel date. Check our list of bus companies available for online booking offering Podgorica to Shkoder tickets. When traveling on weekends and holidays it is recommended to reserve tickets much earlier due to higher numbers of travelers, both vacation-makers and urban workers returning home to their provincial home.
How far is it from Podgorica to Shkoder?
Traveling by bus, the distance from Podgorica to Shkoder depends on the route taken. Most bus companies travel via expressways or tollways. This may not necessarily be the shortest route but it is the fastest one as normally there is less traffic and no traffic lights.
To get to certain island destinations which are not connected to the mainland by a bridge, buses board large car ferries. Passengers are usually asked to get off the bus, but there is no need to take your luggage from the bus. The travel distance from port to port is added to the total distance.
How long does it take to get from Podgorica to Shkoder by Bus?
The estimate travel time from Podgorica to Shkoder is about 1h 30m. Note that traveling by bus is slower compared to driving your own car or getting a taxi. Depending on the departure time congestion between Podgorica and Shkoder may differ greatly There is usually more traffic between morning until afternoon during weekdays than during weekends.
Another important factor that may affect travel time is the type of bus. Premium or VIP buses are usually faster as they use motorways and call to fewer bus stations (if any) en route. Buses normally make short 10-30-minute breaks after a few hours of continuous travel to allow passengers use bathrooms, stock up on munchies and let bus attendants and the driver have rest.
Some premium buses have onboard toilets and the second driver. Nevertheless, usually they still make en route stops for a quick lunch or fuel refill.
How much does it cost to get from Podgorica to Shkoder by Bus?
The ticket price from Podgorica to Shkoder can vary depending on the type of buses you choose. For a less expensive ticket consider non-air-conditioned or ordinary buses. Premium or luxury buses are more expensive but you can expect more comfort and some additional services like phone charging ports, personal entertainment system screens and toilets.
Podgorica to Shkoder timetable
To help you plan your trip, here is the Podgorica to Shkoder timetable of bus departure and arrival times.
Best Rated Companies for this Route
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Safety is one of the most important aspects to consider. We also recommend you checking reviews on overall service quality of the bus companies serving this route.
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Transportation from Podgorica to Shkoder
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Buses$ 12.75
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Flights$ 227.10
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Taxis$ 90.38
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Vans are not available