Durrës to Mostar by train
Mostar lies 262 km (163 mi) north-west of Durrës, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 46 min at the speeds typical of Albania and Bosnia and Herzegovina rail, over roughly 320 km (199 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Durrës | Mostar | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Albania | Bosnia and Herzegovina |
| Population | 195,920 | 104,518 |
| Elevation | 0 m (0 ft) | 66 m (217 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Tirane) | UTC+2 (Europe/Sarajevo) |
| Stations on record | Durrës Railway station | Mostar railway station, Mostar narrow gauge railway station |
What changes when you arrive in Mostar
Crossing from Albania into Bosnia and Herzegovina: money changes from the Lek to the Marka (BAM); the dialling code becomes +387; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648812.
Where to book trains from Durrës to Mostar
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Staying in Mostar
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Common questions
How far is Mostar from Durrës?
262 km (163 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Durrës; by road roughly 320 km (199 mi).
How long does it take to get from Durrës to Mostar by train?
About 3 h 46 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Durrës and Mostar?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Mostar?
The Marka (BAM).
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.