Day trip from Skopje to Durrës
Durrës lies 180 km (112 mi) south-west of Skopje, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 180 km (112 mi) apart, Durrës is a realistic day trip from Skopje: about 2 h 56 min each way by road.
| Skopje | Durrës | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | North Macedonia | Albania |
| Population | 474,889 | 195,920 |
| Elevation | 247 m (810 ft) | 0 m (0 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Skopje) | UTC+2 (Europe/Tirane) |
What changes when you arrive in Durrës
Crossing from North Macedonia into Albania: money changes from the Denar to the Lek (ALL); the dialling code becomes +355; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648800.
Where to book tours and tickets in Durrës
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Staying in Durrës
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Common questions
How far is Durrës from Skopje?
180 km (112 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Skopje; by road roughly 220 km (137 mi).
How long does it take to get from Skopje to Durrës by road?
About 2 h 56 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Skopje 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.