Athens to Durres bus is a popular way of travelling between Greece and Albania.There are up to 3 daily bus departures available, including 2 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Athens bus station at 08:00h, arriving at Durres bus station at 19:30h the same day. While latest bus departs at 19:00h, arriving at 06:00h the following day.
The shortest travel distance between Athens and Durres is 432 mi.
The fastest bus which departs at 18:30 has a travel time of 10:30h.
The longest travel time on the route is 11:30h.
Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: toilet and seat belts.
While some of the buses are direct, there are also the ones which stop for a short break in Patras, Gjirokastër and Fier.
You can book tickets in advance to secure your seat, especially during peak travel times.
Overnight buses
If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Durres earlier, there
are 2 night buses from Athens to Durres.
The overnight buses depart between 18:30 and 19:00 and arrive between 05:00 and 06:00
the following day.
Below are the most popular night departures to Durres:
Bus companies operating the Athens to Durres route
There is a total of 2 bus companies operating the route. These bus companies have been rated 1 time by travelers. Here you can see the list of the most popular bus companies operating the route.
Bus station in Athens has not been rated yet. However, the bus station in Durres has earned a score of 4.9 from our passengers. More information on both stations, including their location and popular routes can be found on the links below.
Athens
You can see information about the departure station and stops Athens here
Durres
You can see information about the arrival station and stops Durres here
Cheapest tickets
Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: $44 (One-Way)
or $88 (Return).
1 traveler has shared their feedback and reviewed their bus journey from Athens to Durres. The review was submitted on 02.07.2019. 16:55. You can read the user's review of the bus company below.
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When we came close to Albania, it was very bumpy and hard to sleep because of it
There were other passengers
There was a man who spoke english who sat close to us, so he could translate for us. He worked for the company. Very great
Very reasonable price...No toilet
Little space in the seats
Bumpy driving in periods
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