Vlorë to Catania by bus
Catania lies 505 km (314 mi) south-west of Vlorë, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 9 h 19 min including stops, over roughly 616 km (383 mi) of road.
| Vlorë | Catania | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Albania | Italy |
| Population | 115,261 | 311,584 |
| Elevation | 58 m (190 ft) | 40 m (131 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Tirane) | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) |
What changes when you arrive in Catania
Crossing from Albania into Italy: money changes from the Lek to the Euro (EUR); sockets are Euro, Schuko, Type L; the dialling code becomes +39; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q11185210.
Where to book buses from Vlorë to Catania
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Staying in Catania
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Common questions
How far is Catania from Vlorë?
505 km (314 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Vlorë; by road roughly 616 km (383 mi).
How long does it take to get from Vlorë to Catania by bus?
About 9 h 19 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Vlorë and Catania?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Catania?
The Euro (EUR).
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.