Visit two totally different countries during his holidays? It’s possible and easy! Discover how to reach Tirana from Bari by ferry.
Bari, and its sweetness of living, is a must during a trip Puglia . This city, full of splendors that illustrate its history, will not leave you indifferent. The port of the city is one of the most important in the region. From the latter you can easily cross the Adriatic Sea and reach the Balkans, to continue your holiday on another continent.
Capital of Albania Tirana is also the economic, political, industrial and cultural epicentre of the country. This lively city, built by several rivers, is very pleasant to visit, and full of treasures not to miss. The Skanderbeg Square, the Palace of Culture, or the Mosque Et’Hem Bey are some of the city’s unmissable.
If you would like to join Tirana from Bari by ferry, we answer all the questions you might ask. Ferry companies, schedules, rates... All important information will be reviewed in this mini guide to help you prepare your crossing.
Join Tirana from the port of Durres
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If you want to reach Albania, and more precisely Tirana from Bari by ferry, know that you will actually arrive at the port of Durres. This one is located about 35 kilometers from Tirana.
Once you get off the ferry, you will have the choice between the bus, the taxi, or the car (if you travel with it).
- Bus: about 45 minutes, for 1€
- Taxi: 45 minutes for approximately 20€
Ferries companies linking Bari to Tirana
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The three main ferries companies
To go to Tirana from Bari by ferry, there are currently 3 companies in charge of this crossing:
- Adria Ferries
- Ventouris Ferries
- Grandi Navi Veloci
What type of boat are we travelling on?
If you decide to join Tirana from Bari by ferry, whatever the company you choose, you will board cruise ferries , for about a thousand passengers. All are able to carry vehicles, and all agree that you travel with your pet. You will be able to select berths, private or shared, or choose to travel in a single armchair or on the deck, without assigned space, for smaller budgets.
The crossing being quite long, it is pleasant to travel on this type of boat, which has all the necessary equipment to spend a good time. You will find restaurants, duty-free shops and souvenirs. Some of them even own theatres or casinos.
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Plan a ferry ride to Tirana with Direct Ferries
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Why choose Direct Ferries?
To get to Tirana from Bari by ferry, you can, if you wish, buy your tickets directly to the port of Tirana. However, you should know that there are comparisons that can greatly simplify your task!
Indeed, this is the case of Direct Ferry . This maritime comparison will help you in your search to find the best prices, and all the information necessary for your crossing. In just a few clicks, find the dates, times and companies that suit you for your crossing for Tirana from Bari by ferry.
Timescale, simplicity, best price... You will have understood it, Direct Ferries is the ideal tool to prepare your trip.
Bari – Durres liaison hours
In order to organize your trip to Tirana (come to the port of Durres in a first time as mentioned above) from Bari by ferry, here are the times offered by the company.
With Adria Ferries:
- From 15/01 to 14/07: every day at 10:00
- From 15/09 to 14/01: every day at 11:00
With Ventouris Ferries :
- Every day: 22h
- In high season: 2 crossings per day, at 11:00 and 12:00
With Grandi Navi Veloci:
- Every day: 22h
Note: it is best to consult the sites of the different companies in order to know the times of the low season. In addition, it is not uncommon for hours to be changed at the last minute or for connections to be deleted for meteorological reasons or as a result of a company’s cessation of activity.
Travel times
The journey time to Tirana from Bari by ferry may vary, depending on the metrological conditions. Count an average crossing time 10 a.m. (sometimes 9h, sometimes 11h). The crossings are made night . As you have seen above, you will leave Bari around 22h , and you will arrive in Tirana between 8am and 9am the next day.
Rates to move from Bari to Durres
As often in transport, prices vary depending on the season. Here, the lowest price indicated will be for low season, and the highest for high season. Here is a price order if you want to go to Tirana from Bari by ferry.
- Bridge: between 47 and 95€
- Headquarters: between 52 and 80€
- 2 to 4 beds: between 55€ and 115€
- 2 to 4 beds with shower and toilet: between 69€ and 150€
- Two wheels: between 26€ and 57€
- Citadine: between 84€ and 105€
- Van/Minibus/Camping Car: between 95 and 155€ (depending on size)
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How to book your ferry trip to Durres from Bari?
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Like any reservation regarding your holidays, we will never advise you enough to book your ticket in advance. To get to Tirana from Bari by ferry, this rule is not to derogate. Indeed, even if 3 companies offer this route, the demand is strong enough in high season. So don't take a chance!
By going through the Direct Ferries website, your reservation will be made in a very simple way:
- First, you indicate your ports of departure and arrival, your crossing date, the number and age of passengers, the number of vehicles (if any) and its model.
- In a second time, you select the route you chose, then the seat or cabin according to your preference.
- Then you go home your identity information, namely: name, first name, date of birth, email address and telephone number.
- You confirm, you pay, you receive one e-mail confirmation accompanied by your ticket... And you're bet!
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