Palermo to Durrës by train
Durrës lies 631 km (392 mi) north-east of Palermo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 6 h 3 min at the speeds typical of Italy and Albania rail, over roughly 770 km (478 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Palermo | Durrës | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Italy | Albania |
| Population | 648,260 | 195,920 |
| Elevation | 20 m (66 ft) | 0 m (0 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) | UTC+2 (Europe/Tirane) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Durrës Railway station |
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 trains from Palermo to Durrës
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Staying in Durrës
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Common questions
How far is Durrës from Palermo?
631 km (392 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Palermo; by road roughly 770 km (478 mi).
How long does it take to get from Palermo to Durrës by train?
About 6 h 3 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Palermo 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.