Driving from Messina to Durrës
Durrës lies 482 km (299 mi) north-east of Messina, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 7 h 21 min without stops, over roughly 588 km (365 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Messina | Durrës | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Italy | Albania |
| Population | 219,948 | 195,920 |
| Elevation | 29 m (95 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 car hire from Messina to Durrës
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Staying in Durrës
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Common questions
How far is Durrës from Messina?
482 km (299 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Messina; by road roughly 588 km (365 mi).
How long does it take to get from Messina to Durrës by car?
About 7 h 21 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Messina 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.