The main transport options to and from Shkodër involve road travel, with buses connecting it to major Albanian cities and neighboring countries, and Tirana International Airport (TIA) serving as the primary air gateway. Shkodër also acts as a departure point for the scenic Lake Koman ferry.
From Tirana (Capital of Albania):
By Bus:: Buses from Tirana to Shkodër are frequent, departing from the Regional Bus Terminal North and South Albania (Terminali i Autobusave të Jugut dhe Veriut) approximately every 30 minutes from 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The journey typically takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes to 2 hours and 30 minutes and costs around €4-€5 (400-500 LEK).
By Taxi:: A taxi from Tirana city center to Shkodër can cost approximately €65-€75.
By Rental Car:: Renting a car offers flexibility. Prices can range from €20-€50 per day, though driving in Albania can be challenging.
From Tirana International Airport (TIA):
By Direct Bus:: As of 2024, direct buses operate from Tirana Airport to Shkodër several times a day (e.g., 11:15 AM, 12:45 PM, 5:30 PM, 8:10 PM). A one-way ticket costs approximately €9.60-€13 (1000-1300 LEK), and the journey takes about 1.5-2 hours.
By Taxi:: A pre-booked private taxi from Tirana Airport to Shkodër costs around €90 or €58-€82.
By Rental Car:: It is convenient to pick up a rental car directly at Tirana Airport.
From Montenegro:
By Bus:: Buses are available from cities like Kotor, Montenegro, to Shkodër. The bus trip from Kotor to Shkodër takes approximately 5 hours.
Lake Koman Ferry (for onward travel to Albanian Alps):
To access the scenic Lake Koman ferry, travelers typically take a bus or arrange transport from Shkodër to Koman. The ferry ride itself, between Koman and Fierze, takes around 2.5 hours and costs about €6-€8 (800 LEK) for passengers. It is often described as one of the most beautiful ferry rides.
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