Rome to Durrës by train
Durrës lies 581 km (361 mi) east of Rome, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 5 h 34 min at the speeds typical of Italy and Albania rail, over roughly 708 km (440 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Rome | Durrës | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Italy | Albania |
| Population | 2.3 million | 195,920 |
| Elevation | 52 m (171 ft) | 0 m (0 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) | UTC+2 (Europe/Tirane) |
| Stations on record | Roma Termini railway station, Roma Tiburtina railway station, EUR Magliana | 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 Rome to Durrës
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Staying in Durrës
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Common questions
How far is Durrës from Rome?
581 km (361 mi) in a straight line, east of Rome; by road roughly 708 km (440 mi).
How long does it take to get from Rome to Durrës by train?
About 5 h 34 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rome 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.