Saranda to Tirana Bus
Compare return departures from Saranda to Tirana, choose an inland or coastal journey, and book through the corresponding AlbanianBus service page.
Saranda–Tirana at a glance
From: Saranda (Sarandë), southern Albania. To: Tirana city. All times are local Albania time.
Inland departures: 05:00, 06:30, 08:30, 09:30, 15:00, 16:30 and 22:00. The afternoon service starts in Ksamil at 14:30 and boards in Saranda at 15:00. Separate coastal option: 05:30.
Listed city fares: €21 for 06:30, 08:30 and 09:30; €22 for 05:00 and 22:00; €28 for the 15:00 service; €30 for the 16:30 service; €20 for the coastal option. Prices are per person, one way.
Choose your travel date on the booking page to check operation, available seats and final fare. Scheduled arrivals are estimates, not guaranteed arrival times.
Departures & booking links
Choose your service below. Each button opens its existing booking page. The afternoon service departs Ksamil at 14:30 and Saranda at 15:00.
05:00 · Inland route
Departure: 05:00 · Scheduled Tirana arrival: 10:00 · Listed city fare: €22 per person.
Inland.
06:30 · Inland route
Departure: 06:30 · Scheduled Tirana arrival: 11:30 · Listed city fare: €21 per person.
Inland.
08:30 · Inland route
Departure: 08:30 · Scheduled Tirana arrival: 13:30 · Listed city fare: €21 per person.
Inland.
09:30 · Inland route
Departure: 09:30 · Scheduled Tirana arrival: 14:00 · Listed city fare: €21 per person.
Inland.
Afternoon — 15:00 · Inland route
Departure: Afternoon — 15:00 · Scheduled Tirana arrival: 19:00 · Listed city fare: €28 per person.
Inland · airport and city drop-off options.
Afternoon boarding times: the bus departs Ksamil at 14:30 and Saranda at 15:00. Select your correct boarding city when booking.
16:30 · Saranda to Tirana
Saranda departure: 16:30 · Scheduled Tirana arrival: 21:00 · Listed fare: €30 per adult, one way.
This service starts in Ksamil at 16:00, boards in Saranda at 16:30 and also serves Durrës. Choose Saranda as your departure city and Tirana as your destination.
22:00 · Inland route
Departure: 22:00 · Scheduled Tirana arrival: 02:00 next day · Listed city fare: €22 per person.
Inland.
05:30 · Coastal route
Departure: 05:30 · Scheduled Tirana arrival: 11:00 · Listed city fare: €20 per person.
Coastal · via Himarë and Dhërmi.
Before you travel
How long is Saranda to Tirana by bus?
The verified inland timetables show approximately four to five hours, depending on the departure. The 05:30 coastal timetable lists arrival in Tirana at 11:00. These are scheduled estimates; allow for traffic and stops.
Which bus follows the coast?
The 05:30 coastal service travels through the Albanian Riviera, with Himarë and Dhërmi on its route. The other listed services use the inland route toward Tepelenë, Fier and central Albania.
Can I travel directly to Tirana Airport?
The afternoon Ksamil/Saranda service lists Tirana Airport and Tirana city as separate drop-off options. Select Tirana Airport when booking if that is your destination; its fare differs from the city fare. The 05:00 and 08:30 airport connecting services have separate booking posts. A ticket to Tirana city does not automatically include an airport connection.
What time is the afternoon departure?
The afternoon bus departs Ksamil at 14:30 and Saranda at 15:00. These are different boarding stops on the same service. Select Saranda when booking a ticket from Saranda to Tirana.
Does the 22:00 departure arrive the next day?
Yes. The booking timetable lists departure from Saranda at 22:00 and arrival in Tirana at 02:00 the following calendar day. Arrange your onward transport or accommodation accordingly.
How do I book my return ticket?
Choose a Book now button for the service you want, then select Saranda as boarding stop, Tirana as dropping stop, your travel date and passengers. Complete the online booking and read your confirmation for station and reporting instructions.
Are luggage and child fares the same on every departure?
Check the conditions and child fare for your selected service. Ask AlbanianBus about oversized luggage, bicycles, strollers or special assistance before booking. Do not assume a single baggage allowance applies to all operators.
Airport connections & the opposite direction
For a flight, allow additional time for delays, any connection, and airline check-in. Compare the airport service rather than assuming a city ticket includes the airport.
Timetables and base fares checked against booking records on 31 October 2026. Follow the confirmed instructions for your chosen travel date. The afternoon bus departs Ksamil at 14:30 and Saranda at 15:00.
