Messina to Vlorë by bus
Vlorë lies 422 km (262 mi) north-east of Messina, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 7 h 50 min including stops, over roughly 515 km (320 mi) of road.
| Messina | Vlorë | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Italy | Albania |
| Population | 219,948 | 115,261 |
| Elevation | 29 m (95 ft) | 58 m (190 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) | UTC+2 (Europe/Tirane) |
What changes when you arrive in Vlorë
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 Messina to Vlorë
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Staying in Vlorë
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Common questions
How far is Vlorë from Messina?
422 km (262 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Messina; by road roughly 515 km (320 mi).
How long does it take to get from Messina to Vlorë by bus?
About 7 h 50 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Messina and Vlorë?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Vlorë?
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.