Tirana to Shkoder

Tirana to Shkoder

Tirana
Shkoder
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Tirana to Shkoder Destination Reviews

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Niels P
First, the bus was an hour late for the original pickup time, and when the bus arrived it was overcrowded and without aircondition. When we wrote about the bus not arriving we did get a quick answer and the situation was solved, so that was a positive.
Tirana to Shkoder, Bus Standard AC, AlbanianBus, Sep 1, 2026
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Madeline S
we were given the wrong address to get the bus from and therefore allegedly missed the bus however there were about 8 another people on the same booking waiting with us who also missed it. someone contacted the company and eventually an hour later of waiting in the sun they sent another bus to pick us all up.
Tirana to Shkoder, Bus Standard AC, AlbanianBus, Aug 18, 2026
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6vfpy696ts
Quick easy to book and great van air conditioned and decent space no complaints
Tirana to Shkoder, Bus Standard AC, Candy Tours, Jul 9, 2026
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Gilad T
They had a problem with the pich up..so they sent me a taxi to take me to shkoder and gave me money for a cold drink while i was waiting...unbelivebly super prophetional.
Tirana to Shkoder, Bus Standard AC, Candy Tours, Jun 30, 2026
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Anonymous
Poor air conditioning in the bus and very less space for people > 1,78m.
Tirana to Shkoder, Bus Standard AC, Candy Tours, Aug 8, 2025
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Zohar C
The drive was short , the cab was clean, Ismail the driver was realy nice and generous. Over all great experience
Tirana to Shkoder, taxi Standard 3pax, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Jul 15, 2025
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Anonymous
Candy Tours excelled. The office was very efficient contacting us before the travel and responding to our needs. The driver they supplied was punctual and drove very safely. Would definitely recommend Candy Tours.
Tirana to Shkoder, Bus Standard AC, Candy Tours, Mar 4, 2025
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Anonymous
Excellent driver. Benny was a very good driver There was free Wi-Fi We left on time and arrived early.
Tirana to Shkoder, Bus Standard AC, Candy Tours, Sep 13, 2024
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Anonymous
Good ride, hassle free. No frills, good value travel.
Tirana to Shkoder, Bus Standard AC, Candy Tours, Jul 30, 2024
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Tirana to Shkoder Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Standard 3pax
Any time
+1h 45m
$82.96
  5.0
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Standard 3pax
Any time
+1h 25m
$73.59
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 7pax
Any time
+1h 45m
$136.71
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 4pax
Any time
+1h 45m
$109.84
Taxi
Get Transfer Albania
Minivan 7pax
Any time
+2h
$172.11
Taxi
Get Transfer Albania
Standard 3pax
Any time
+2h
$103.26
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 7pax
Any time
+1h 25m
$119.15
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 4pax
Any time
+1h 25m
$94.62
Taxi
Trans Luks
Minibus 18pax
Any time
+1h 30m
$183.58
Bus
AlbanianBus
Standard AC
05:15
07:00
$17.36
Bus
Candy Tours
Standard AC
05:45
07:00
$15.49
  3.0
Bus
Candy Tours
Standard AC
06:15
07:20
$15.49
  5.0
Van
The Albania Travel Company
Minivan
10:00
11:45
$34.76
Bus
AlbanianBus
Standard AC
10:30
13:00
$17.36
Bus
AlbanianBus
Standard AC
11:00
13:00
$17.36
Bus
Candy Tours
Standard AC
12:00
14:30
$15.49
  3.0
Bus
Candy Tours
Standard AC
12:35
14:30
$15.49
  5.0
Bus
Candy Tours
Standard AC
17:30
19:30
$15.49
  3.0
Bus
Candy Tours
Standard AC
18:15
19:30
$15.49
  5.0
Bus
Candy Tours
Standard AC
18:31
20:30
$15.49

How to get from Tirana to Shkoder

When you want to get from Tirana to Shkoder, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Bus. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 200.42. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 17.90.

How far is Tirana from Shkoder?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Tirana to Shkoder. Your trip will be a total of 37 miles (59 km). The flying distance is 37 miles (59 km).

How long does it take to get from Tirana to Shkoder?

The travel time from Tirana to Shkoder can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 2 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Tirana to Shkoder?

The cost of the trip from Tirana to Shkoder varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Candy Tours: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 17.90 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 200.42.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Tirana to Shkoder:

  • Bus tickets - USD 17.90 to USD 20.28;
  • Van price : USD 42.97;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 90.60 to USD 200.42.

How many trips per day are there between Tirana and Shkoder?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 05:50 - you can also take a bus as late as 18:30. There are 5 available bus trips every day.
  • Vans from Tirana to Shkoder depart during the day - there are approximately 1 departures a day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Tirana to Shkoder any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Tirana to Shkoder is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Tirana to Shkoder. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 90.60.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Tirana to Shkoder. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Tirana to Shkoder.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Tirana to Shkoder

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Tirana to Shkoder? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 98% decided to go for a bus.
  • 2% decided to catch a taxi.

Transportation from Tirana to Shkoder

Facts about the transport from Tirana to Shkoder

Cheapest Transport$18
Fastest Transport1h 10m
Earliest Departure5:50 AM
Latest Departure6:30 PM
Departures per day10
Distance59 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAlbanianBus, Candy Tours, The Albania Travel Company, Trans Luks