THE SHORT VERSION
Vlora to Tirana at a glance.
- From
- Vlora Vlorë
- To
- Tirana Tiranë
- Road distance
- About 154 km
- Straight line
- 99 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Tirana to Vlora →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Vlora
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
Arriving in Tirana
Ask the seller where the service ends in Tirana. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Tirana, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Tirana
More buses from Vlora
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Vlora from Tirana by road?+
About 154 km by road (99 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Vlora to Tirana take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 2 h 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Vlora?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Tirana to Vlora?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Tirana to Vlora guide.
Where does the bus from Vlora arrive in Tirana?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of vehicle runs from Vlora to Tirana?+
12Go lists minivan (shared van) services on this route rather than full-size buses. Vans are usually quicker but have less luggage space, so check the luggage allowance for your departure before you book.
Can I book the Vlora to Tirana bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Tirana by bus?+
Direct buses from Tirana include Dubrovnik, Split, Athens, Zagreb, Bashkia Durrës and more. See all connections on our Tirana bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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