Bari to Durrës by bus
Durrës lies 217 km (135 mi) east of Bari, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 4 h 9 min including stops, over roughly 265 km (165 mi) of road.
| Bari | Durrës | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Italy | Albania |
| Population | 316,491 | 195,920 |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 0 m (0 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) | UTC+2 (Europe/Tirane) |
What changes when you arrive in Durrës
Crossing from Italy into Albania: money changes from the Euro to the Lek (ALL); sockets are Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +355; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648800.
Where to book buses from Bari to Durrës
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Staying in Durrës
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Common questions
How far is Durrës from Bari?
217 km (135 mi) in a straight line, east of Bari; by road roughly 265 km (165 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bari to Durrës by bus?
About 4 h 9 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bari and Durrës?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Durrës?
The Lek (ALL).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.