Durrës Travel Guide: Beaches, Amphitheatre, Ferries and Day Trips
Updated 2026-11-02 · 6 min read · Prices and schedules change — check locally.
Tirana → Durrës bus times →What is there to see in Durrës?
The Roman amphitheatre, the Archaeological Museum, the Byzantine forum, the Venetian Tower and the seafront promenade.
All sit within walking distance of each other in the centre. Allow half a day for the sights. See our guides to the amphitheatre and the archaeological museum for details.
Are Durrës beaches clean?
The city beach is long and lively but crowded, and water quality varies near the port. Beaches further from the city are usually better.
| Beach | Distance | What it's like |
|---|---|---|
| Durrës city beach | Centre | Busy, bars, shallow |
| Golem / Shkëmbi i Kavajës | 15–25 min south | Resort strip, sandy |
| Gjiri i Lalzit | About 30 min north | Calmer, newer resorts |
| Cape of Rodon | About 50 min north | Wilder, Skanderbeg castle ruins |
How do I get from Tirana to Durrës?
By bus from Tirana's regional terminal — frequent departures during the day, roughly 40–60 minutes.
A taxi from Tirana airport to Durrës takes about 30 minutes. The Tirana–Durrës railway is still not running passenger trains; check our train status guide.
Which ferries arrive in Durrës?
Car and passenger ferries from Bari and Ancona in Italy, mostly overnight.
Durrës port is right by the centre. Check operator timetables before booking — summer has the most sailings.
Is Durrës worth staying in?
Yes for a beach stop close to Tirana or a ferry night; for clearer water most travellers continue south to the Riviera.
It also makes an easy day trip from Tirana.
Keep reading
- Durrës Amphitheatre and Roman Ruins: Visitor Guide
- Greece to Albania: Ferries, Buses and Driving (Corfu, Ioannina, Athens)
- Things to Do in Durrës Beyond the Beach: Top Cultural Sites
- Durrës Beach Guide: The Closest Beach to Tirana, Old Town and Tips
- Tirana to Durrës: Bus, Train Status, and Taxi Guide
- Visiting the Durrës Archaeological Museum