EnglishTirana to Istanbul by bus
- Fares from
- 40.00 EUR
- Journey time
- 18h
- First departure
- 10:30
- Last departure
- 10:30
- Scheduled services
- 1
- How often
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun6 departures a week
- Overnight services
- 1 of 1
- Distance
- 988 km
This is an international route, crossing from Albania into Turkey.
Every bus on this route calls at 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 18h, leaving at 10:30 with Alvavel.
Served by Alvavel.
Tirana 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 | 18h | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 18h | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 18h | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 18h | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 18h | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 18h | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
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| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Price | Book |
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| No departures on this date | |||||
| +1 | 18h | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 17h | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 17h | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 17h | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 17h | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 17h | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
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| +1 | 17h | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 17h | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 17h | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 17h | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 17h | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 17h | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| No departures on this date | |||||
| +1 | 17h | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 17h | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 17h | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 17h | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 17h | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| +1 | 17h | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
| No departures on this date | |||||
| +1 | 17h | Alvavel | 40.00 EURSeats left: 49 | Book | |
Fares and seats checked: 16 October 2026, 00:03
Tirana to Istanbul timetable
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Stops | Operator | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:30 | 05:30+1 | 18h | 8 | Alvavel | 40.00 EUR |
Tirana to Istanbul by bus: your questions answered
How long is the bus from Tirana to Istanbul?
The bus from Tirana to Istanbul takes 18h.
How much is a bus ticket from Tirana to Istanbul?
Tickets from Tirana to Istanbul start at 40.00 EUR.
How often do buses run from Tirana to Istanbul?
Buses from Tirana to Istanbul run on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun, with 6 scheduled departures a week.
How many buses run from Tirana to Istanbul?
There is one scheduled service from Tirana to Istanbul.
What time do buses leave Tirana?
The first departure is at 10:30 and the last at 10:30, in local time.
Is there a direct bus from Tirana to Istanbul?
Yes. The scheduled service from Tirana 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 Tirana to Istanbul?
Yes. Every scheduled service from Tirana to Istanbul travels overnight and arrives the next day.
Where does the bus stop between Tirana and Istanbul?
Every bus on this route calls at Elbasan, Librazhd, Prrenjas, Pogradec, Korçë, Bilisht, Kapshtice, İpsala.
What is on board the bus from Tirana to Istanbul?
On board every service: Inclining Seat, AC & Heating, Mobile Ticket, Passport or ID Needed.
Which companies run the bus from Tirana to Istanbul?
Served by Alvavel.
Can I cancel or change my ticket from Tirana 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 Tirana to Istanbul?
Included luggage: 2 bags, up to 25 kg.
Do I need to print my ticket from Tirana 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 Tirana to Istanbul?
The fastest coach takes 18h, leaving at 10:30 with Alvavel.
How far is it from Tirana to Istanbul by bus?
The road distance from Tirana to Istanbul is around 988 km.