Driving from Tirana to Niš
Niš lies 281 km (174 mi) north-east of Tirana, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 4 h 17 min without stops, over roughly 342 km (213 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Tirana | Niš | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Albania | Serbia |
| Population | 418,495 | 250,000 |
| Elevation | 113 m (371 ft) | 194 m (636 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Tirane) | UTC+2 (Europe/Belgrade) |
What changes when you arrive in Niš
Crossing from Albania into Serbia: money changes from the Lek to the Dinar (RSD); the dialling code becomes +381; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648834 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648835.
Where to book car hire from Tirana to Niš
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Staying in Niš
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Common questions
How far is Niš from Tirana?
281 km (174 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Tirana; by road roughly 342 km (213 mi).
How long does it take to get from Tirana to Niš by car?
About 4 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tirana and Niš?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Niš?
The Dinar (RSD).
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.