EnglishShkodër to Istanbul by bus
- Fares from
- 40.00 EUR
- Journey time
- 20h 30m
- First departure
- 08:00
- Last departure
- 08:00
- Scheduled services
- 1
- How often
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun6 departures a week
- Overnight services
- 1 of 1
- Distance
- 1094 km
This is an international route, crossing from Albania into Turkey.
Every bus on this route calls at Lezhë, Laç, Mamurras, Kamëz, Tirana, Elbasan, Librazhd, Prrenjas, Pogradec, Korçë, Bilisht, Kapshtice, İpsala.
On board every service: Inclining Seat, AC & Heating, Mobile Ticket, Passport or ID Needed.
Tickets are non-refundable by default. Every coach on this route offers the Flexible Ticket for 10% of the fare (at least 1.00 EUR) per passenger. With it you can cancel or change your ticket up to 0 hours before departure.
Included luggage: 2 bags, up to 25 kg.
You do not need to print your ticket: the e-ticket on your phone is accepted on every coach.
Every fare over the next 30 days is 40.00 EUR.
The fastest coach takes 20h 30m, leaving at 08:00 with Alvavel.
Served by Alvavel.
Shkodër to Istanbul: the next 30 days
Every departure on sale for the next 30 days, with the fare and the number of seats still available on each date.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Price | Book |
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| +1 | 20h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 20h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 20h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 20h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 20h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 20h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
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| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Price | Book |
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| +1 | 20h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 19h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 19h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 19h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 19h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 19h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
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| +1 | 19h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 19h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 19h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 19h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 19h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 19h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| No departures on this date | |||||
| +1 | 19h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 19h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 19h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 19h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 19h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 19h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| No departures on this date | |||||
| +1 | 19h 30m | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
Fares and seats checked: 16 October 2026, 00:03
Shkodër to Istanbul timetable
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Stops | Operator | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:00 | 05:30+1 | 20h 30m | 13 | Alvavel | 40.00 EUR |
Shkodër to Istanbul by bus: your questions answered
How long is the bus from Shkodër to Istanbul?
The bus from Shkodër to Istanbul takes 20h 30m.
How much is a bus ticket from Shkodër to Istanbul?
Tickets from Shkodër to Istanbul start at 40.00 EUR.
How often do buses run from Shkodër to Istanbul?
Buses from Shkodër to Istanbul run on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun, with 6 scheduled departures a week.
How many buses run from Shkodër to Istanbul?
There is one scheduled service from Shkodër to Istanbul.
What time do buses leave Shkodër?
The first departure is at 08:00 and the last at 08:00, in local time.
Is there a direct bus from Shkodër to Istanbul?
Yes. The scheduled service from Shkodër to Istanbul is direct - you stay on the same bus the whole way - and it calls at stops along the route.
Is there a night bus from Shkodër to Istanbul?
Yes. Every scheduled service from Shkodër to Istanbul travels overnight and arrives the next day.
Where does the bus stop between Shkodër and Istanbul?
Every bus on this route calls at Lezhë, Laç, Mamurras, Kamëz, Tirana, Elbasan, Librazhd, Prrenjas, Pogradec, Korçë, Bilisht, Kapshtice, İpsala.
What is on board the bus from Shkodër to Istanbul?
On board every service: Inclining Seat, AC & Heating, Mobile Ticket, Passport or ID Needed.
Which companies run the bus from Shkodër to Istanbul?
Served by Alvavel.
Can I cancel or change my ticket from Shkodër to Istanbul?
Tickets are non-refundable by default. Every coach on this route offers the Flexible Ticket for 10% of the fare (at least 1.00 EUR) per passenger. With it you can cancel or change your ticket up to 0 hours before departure.
How much luggage can I take on the bus from Shkodër to Istanbul?
Included luggage: 2 bags, up to 25 kg.
Do I need to print my ticket from Shkodër to Istanbul?
You do not need to print your ticket: the e-ticket on your phone is accepted on every coach.
What is the fastest bus from Shkodër to Istanbul?
The fastest coach takes 20h 30m, leaving at 08:00 with Alvavel.
How far is it from Shkodër to Istanbul by bus?
The road distance from Shkodër to Istanbul is around 1094 km.