How far is Tirana from Athens by coach?

The distance between Athens and Tirana by coach is approximately 311 miles (501 km).

What is the best way to go from Athens to Tirana without flying?

You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Bus Athens to Tirana from £37 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Athens to Tirana on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	18:00	Platia Karaskaqis (Theodore Diligiannis 2)	13h	06:00	Terminali Lindor I Autobusave (East Bus Terminal)	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 15:43 EET.

Get from Athens to Tirana

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 13 hours, and with fares starting at just £39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

13hAverage duration

307 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

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Skenderbeu shpk

3.5/550 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.9

Users have shared positive experiences regarding the accommodating bus driver, who ensured a smooth ride with adequate stops for restroom breaks and snacks. Additionally, some reviews highlight that the buses are modern and comfortable. However, there were mentions of older buses lacking comfort and charge ports not being available inside certain vehicles.

Skenderbeu shpk Athens Tirana recent customer reviews

Police pulled us over and arrested a bus driver which isn’t good experience for us

Zisimos J.

27 July 2024

Bud never picked me up the drop pin was over half a mile off and left me even though I called office twice, emailed once and waited over an hour an a half all during normal business hours for the corporate office had to take a competitor because they decided to text me 5 min before bus left me the new address for pick-up

Matthew S.

17 November 2023

The ride was smooth and more manageable because of driving at night so there was less traffic. The bus driver was accommodating and made enough stops for restroom breaks and grabbing snacks!

Flor F.

22 June 2023

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Where are the popular stops in Athens and Tirana?

Stops in Athens

A - Lagoumitzi str.

B - 34-36 Akominatu str.

C - Atheny

D - Sidirodromon

E - Evelpidon

Stops in Tirana

A - Tirana Airport

B - Rruge Devijimi

C - Rruga Karl Gega

D - Tirana

E - Terminali Nderkombetar i Autobusave

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Athens to Tirana

How far is Tirana from Athens by coach?
The distance between Athens and Tirana by coach is approximately 311 miles (501 km).
What is the best way to go from Athens to Tirana without flying?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

14/11

£37

15/11

£37

Today

£38

17/11

£38

18/11

£38

19/11

£37

20/11

£37

21/11

£37

The cheapest trip from Athens to Tirana was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of £37

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Athens to Tirana as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £37 to £38 for a bus ticket from Athens to Tirana based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £37, which is on 2025-11-19.