What is the cheapest way to get from Alba Iulia to Kukës?

The cheapest way to get from Alba Iulia to Kukës is to train and drive which costs $85 - $150 and takes 23h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alba Iulia to Kukës?

The fastest way to get from Alba Iulia to Kukës is to drive which takes 10h 5m and costs $130 - $190.

Is there a direct bus between Alba Iulia and Kukës?

No, there is no direct bus from Alba Iulia to Kukës. However, there are services departing from Alba Iulia and arriving at Kukes via Sibiu, Thessaloníki and Pristina. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 57m.

How far is it from Alba Iulia to Kukës?

The distance between Alba Iulia and Kukës is 852 km. The road distance is 723.8 km.

How do I travel from Alba Iulia to Kukës without a car?

The best way to get from Alba Iulia to Kukës without a car is to bus which takes 23h 57m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Alba Iulia to Kukës?

It takes approximately 19h 31m to get from Alba Iulia to Kukës, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alba Iulia to Kukës bus from?

Alba Iulia to Kukës bus services, operated by Fany, depart from Alba Iulia station.

Where does the Alba Iulia to Kukës bus arrive?

Alba Iulia to Kukës bus services, operated by Fany, arrive at Sibiu station.

Can I drive from Alba Iulia to Kukës?

Yes, the driving distance between Alba Iulia to Kukës is 724 km. It takes approximately 10h 5m to drive from Alba Iulia to Kukës.

Where can I stay near Kukës?

There are 28+ hotels available in Kukës.

Alba Iulia to Kukës - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Alba Iulia to Kukës by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus via Lugoj
best
1. Take the train from Alba Iulia to Lugoj
2. Take the train from Lugoj to Drobeta Tr. Severin
3. Take the bus from Kladovo to Niš, Autobuska Stanica
4. Take the bus from Niš, Autobuska Stanica to Pristina
5. Take the bus from Pristina to Kukes
19h 31m
Train, drive
cheapest
1. Take the train from Alba Iulia to Timisoara Nord
2. Take the train from Timisoara Nord to Stamora Germană P.O
3. Take the train from Vrsac to Novi BeogradRe
4. Take the train from New Belgrade to Podgorica
5. Drive from Hani Hotit to Kukës
23h 39m
$89–141
Drive 723.8 km
1. Drive from Alba Iulia to Kukës723.8 km
10h 5m
$131–190
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Alba Iulia to Sibiu
2. Fly from Sibiu (SBZ) to Pristina (PRN)SBZ - PRN
3. Take the bus from Pristina to Kukes
14h 49m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Alba Iulia to Filiaşi
2. Take the train from Filiaşi to Drobeta Tr. SeverinIr
3. Take the bus from Kladovo to Niš, Autobuska Stanica
4. Take the bus from Niš, Autobuska Stanica to Pristina
5. Take the bus from Pristina to Kukes
21h 17m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alba Iulia to Sibiu
2. Take the bus from Sibiu to Thessaloniki
3. Take the bus from Thessaloníki to Pristina
4. Take the bus from Pristina to Kukes
23h 57m
Bus via Szeged
1. Take the bus from Sebeș to Szeged
2. Take the bus from Szeged to Belgrade bus station
3. Take the bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to Suva Reka, Stacioni i Autobusave
4. Take the bus from Suva Reka, Stacioni i Autobusave to Kukes
24h 27m

Sibiu (SBZ) to Pristina (PRN) flights

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7h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 851.5 km
Duration: 19h 31m

What companies run services between Alba Iulia, Romania and Kukës, AL-KU, Albania?

You can take a bus from Alba Iulia to Kukes via Sibiu, Thessaloniki, Thessaloníki, and Pristina in around 23h 57m.

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