Berlin to Durrës by train
Durrës lies 1,326 km (824 mi) south of Berlin, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 13 h 16 min at the speeds typical of Germany and Albania rail, over roughly 1,618 km (1,005 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Berlin | Durrës | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Albania |
| Population | 3.4 million | 195,920 |
| Elevation | 43 m (141 ft) | 0 m (0 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Tirane) |
| Stations on record | Berlin Central Station, Berlin Anhalter Bahnhof, Berlin Brandenburger Tor station | Durrës Railway station |
What changes when you arrive in Durrës
Crossing from Germany into Albania: money changes from the Euro 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 trains from Berlin to Durrës
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Staying in Durrës
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Common questions
How far is Durrës from Berlin?
1,326 km (824 mi) in a straight line, south of Berlin; by road roughly 1,618 km (1,005 mi).
How long does it take to get from Berlin to Durrës by train?
About 13 h 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Berlin 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.