The Tirana to Saranda bus connects Albania’s capital with the southern coast. The current fare is 1,500 ALL (Albanian lek), with departures from the bus terminal at Kthesa e Kamzës. The estimated journey time is 4 hours 30 minutes.
Travel guide updated: 16 October 2026. The current fare is 1,500 ALL. Prices may change.
| Route | Tirana → Saranda |
|---|---|
| First / last departure | 05:30 / 22:00 |
| Estimated duration | 4 hours 30 minutes |
| Published one-way fare | 1,500 ALL (Albanian lek) |
| Departure station | Bus terminal at Kthesa e Kamzës, Tirana |
| Arrival station | Saranda Bus Terminal, Qafë Gjashtë |
| Listed operators | TRANSBUTRINTI and TISA Travel |
Tirana to Saranda bus timetable and departures
The published departure times from Tirana to Saranda are:
| Route | Departure time |
|---|---|
| Tirana → Saranda | 05:30 |
| Tirana → Saranda | 07:30 |
| Tirana → Saranda | 08:30 |
| Tirana → Saranda | 09:45 |
| Tirana → Saranda | 12:30 |
| Tirana → Saranda | 14:15 |
| Tirana → Saranda | 16:00 |
| Tirana → Saranda | 22:00 |
All times are local to Albania. This is a published reference timetable. Schedules and prices may change; confirm your departure with the operator before travelling.
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Tirana to Saranda bus ticket price
The current one-way fare is 1,500 ALL per passenger. Prices may change.
For a separate walkthrough of the reservation process, see our Tirana to Saranda bus ticket booking guide.
Tirana to Saranda bus departure terminal
According to the local information provided by Saranda Web, buses leave from the terminal at Kthesa e Kamzës, Tirana. When booking online, match the exact boarding point on your ticket with your transfer plans.
Read our Tirana bus terminal guide for more station information.
Open the Tirana terminal in Google Maps →
Tirana to Saranda bus route and operators
The standard inland service should be distinguished from services travelling along the Albanian Riviera. The Albus route listing includes stops at Durrës – Hoda Market, Tepelena Bus Station and Gjirokastër – Ura e Kardhiqit before Saranda. This is an inland route, rather than a coastal sightseeing journey through Himara.
TISA Travel and TRANSBUTRINTI are listed for the route. The timetable above is a published reference schedule; the operator and intermediate stops for your particular departure should be checked when booking. The list does not mean that both operators run every departure.
How long is the journey?
The listed estimate is 4 hours 30 minutes. Treat it as a planning estimate: traffic, stops and road conditions can affect arrival. If you have a ferry, another bus or a timed check-in afterwards, leave a buffer rather than planning a connection around the exact estimated arrival minute.
Taking the 22:00 departure
The late departure involves an overnight journey. Confirm the expected arrival time and arrange a late check-in and terminal pickup in advance. When booking accommodation, explain that your bus leaves Tirana at 22:00 so your host can confirm which night to reserve.
Arriving in Saranda
Saranda Bus Terminal is located in Qafë Gjashtë, at the entrance to Saranda. When arranging a pickup, tell your driver or accommodation host that you are arriving at the terminal in Qafë Gjashtë. Read our Saranda bus terminal location guide for more information.
Open the Qafë Gjashtë terminal in Google Maps →
The maps search for the terminal names. Match the result with the boarding or arrival details on your ticket.
Onward travel to Ksamil and Corfu
For Ksamil and Butrint: the local bus uses a separate boarding point. The listing consulted by Saranda Web identifies the “9 Tetori” school as the departure point. Arrange your connection from Qafë Gjashtë and check the local bus times before setting off. Our Saranda bus station and local routes guide explains the different stops.
For Corfu: allow time to travel from the bus terminal to the ferry port and complete the ferry operator’s check-in procedure. Check the sailing direction, departure time and travel document requirements. See our Corfu–Saranda ferry guide and confirm the Saranda → Corfu sailing separately.
Travelling after a flight into Tirana
This guide covers departures from the terminal at Kthesa e Kamzës. If you are landing at Tirana Airport, allow time for baggage collection and the transfer to your boarding station. Check whether any alternative service you select offers an airport pickup; use the boarding instructions for that specific ticket.
Before you travel
- Check luggage conditions: ask about large suitcases, bicycles or additional bags before paying.
- Save the confirmation: keep the ticket and boarding instructions available offline.
- Review change and cancellation terms: use the conditions attached to your selected service.
- Plan your terminal transfer: follow the operator’s check-in instructions and allow for local traffic.
Returning from Saranda to Tirana
The return direction has its own departure options. See our Saranda to Tirana bus timetable guide and search your return date separately.
Route listing sources: Albus departures from Tirana and its Tirana–Saranda route listing. These links support the route overview, not a guarantee of every departure or fare. Timetables, fares and stations can change. The banner and booking button use Saranda Web’s referral link; reservations and payments are handled by Albus.
