How much does a bus ticket from Thessaloniki to Tirana cost?

The bus ticket price from Thessaloniki to Tirana starts at R 856. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Thessaloniki to Tirana is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Thessaloniki to Tirana?

The average travel time between Thessaloniki and Tirana is around 8h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 275 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Thessaloniki and Tirana?

The number of buses from Thessaloniki to Tirana can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Thessaloniki to Tirana by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Thessaloniki to Tirana?

When taking the bus from Thessaloniki to Tirana, you can travel comfortably and safely with Skenderbeu shpk.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Thessaloniki to Tirana?

Buses travelling between Thessaloniki and Tirana leave from Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ or Monastiriou and arrive at Tirana Airport, Rruge Devijimi, Rruga Karl Gega.

Bus Thessaloniki to Tirana from R 823 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Thessaloniki to Tirana on 13 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	20:00	Train station, Monastiriou, Thessaloniki	8h 25m	03:25	Terminali Lindor I Autobusave (East Bus Terminal)	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Thessaloniki to Tirana on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	08:30	Train station, Monastiriou, Thessaloniki	9h	16:30	Terminali Lindor I Autobusave (East Bus Terminal)	Cheapest
	Bus	20:00	Train station, Monastiriou, Thessaloniki	8h 25m	03:25	Terminali Lindor I Autobusave (East Bus Terminal)	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:21 PM EET.

Get from Thessaloniki to Tirana

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 856, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

8h 25mAverage duration

268 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Skenderbeu shpk

3.5/550 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.9

Based on 50 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the departure location but often complained with the power outlets. Skenderbeu shpk ticket prices on this trip start at R 856

Skenderbeu shpk Thessaloniki Tirana recent customer reviews

I enjoyed the fact it got us to our destination, everything else was disappointing and absurd, the bus driver was yelling, turning on the lights constantly when i would finally be able to sleep, the journey itself was so uncomfortable I thought I’d fall off my chair half the time from the speed of going around all of the curves. The bus kept stopping at random points, not to pick people up but seemed to be unloading boxes? It was pure chaos which was not needed on a clear road at the late hours we travelled.

Loveleen G.

2 August 2025

everything was fine and I was checked in by the counters attendant

Denis C.

19 November 2024

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Where are the popular stops in Thessaloniki and Tirana?

Stops in Thessaloniki

A - Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ

B - Monastiriou

C - Selanik Makedonya KTEL Otogarı

D - Taskou Papageorgiou

E - Michail Kalou 16

F - Makedonya Şehirlerarası Otogarı

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 from Thessaloniki to Tirana by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Thessaloniki to Tirana cost?
The bus ticket price from Thessaloniki to Tirana starts at R 856. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Thessaloniki to Tirana is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Thessaloniki to Tirana?
The average travel time between Thessaloniki and Tirana is around 8h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 275 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Thessaloniki and Tirana?
The number of buses from Thessaloniki to Tirana can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Thessaloniki to Tirana by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Thessaloniki to Tirana?
When taking the bus from Thessaloniki to Tirana, you can travel comfortably and safely with Skenderbeu shpk.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Thessaloniki to Tirana?
Buses travelling between Thessaloniki and Tirana leave from Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ or Monastiriou and arrive at Tirana Airport, Rruge Devijimi, Rruga Karl Gega.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/11

R 831

12/11

R 831

Today

R 829

14/11

R 838

15/11

R 833

16/11

R 839

17/11

R 826

18/11

R 838

The cheapest trip from Thessaloniki to Tirana was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of R 826

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

You can expect to pay from R 826 to R 839 for a bus ticket from Thessaloniki to Tirana based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 826, which is on 2025-11-17.