What is the cheapest way to get from Shkodër to Bansko?

The cheapest way to get from Shkodër to Bansko is to drive which costs $90 - $140 and takes 7h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shkodër to Bansko?

The fastest way to get from Shkodër to Bansko is to drive which takes 7h 27m and costs $90 - $140.

Is there a direct bus between Shkodër and Bansko?

No, there is no direct bus from Shkodër to Bansko. However, there are services departing from Shkoder,Rruga Teuta and arriving at Bansko via Ulcinj, Autobuska Stanica Ulcinj, Kumanovo, Kyustendil, Dupnitsa and Blagoevgrad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 25m.

How far is it from Shkodër to Bansko?

The distance between Shkodër and Bansko is 628 km. The road distance is 517.1 km.

How do I travel from Shkodër to Bansko without a car?

The best way to get from Shkodër to Bansko without a car is to bus which takes 12h 25m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Shkodër to Bansko?

It takes approximately 10h 7m to get from Shkodër to Bansko, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shkodër to Bansko bus from?

Shkodër to Bansko bus services, operated by Drita Travel, depart from Shkoder,Rruga Teuta station.

Where does the Shkodër to Bansko bus arrive?

Shkodër to Bansko bus services, operated by Drita Travel, arrive at Ulcinj, Autobuska Stanica Ulcinj station.

What is the time difference between Shkodër and Bansko?

Bansko is 1h ahead of Shkodër. It is currently 11:17 PM in Shkodër and 12:17 AM in Bansko.

Can I drive from Shkodër to Bansko?

Yes, the driving distance between Shkodër to Bansko is 517 km. It takes approximately 7h 27m to drive from Shkodër to Bansko.

Where can I stay near Bansko?

There are 1236+ hotels available in Bansko.

Shkodër to Bansko - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, shuttle, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Shkodër to Bansko by bus, train, car, shuttle, 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.

Bus, train, drive
best
1. Take the bus from Shkoder,Rruga Teuta to Ulcinj, Autobuska Stanica Ulcinj
2. Take the bus from Ulcinj, Autobuska Stanica Ulcinj to Skopje, Transporten Centar
3. Take the train from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Kočani
4. Drive from Kočani to Bansko
10h 7m
Drive 517.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shkodër to Bansko517.1 km
7h 27m
$94–136
Bus, shuttle to Podgorica Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Shkoder,Rruga Teuta to Ulcinj, Autobuska Stanica Ulcinj
2. Take a shuttle bus from Ulcinj, Autobuska Stanica Ulcinj to Podgorica Airport
3. Fly from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Sofia Airport (SOF)TGD - SOF
4. Take the bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Bansko New Station
12h 47m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shkoder,Rruga Teuta to Ulcinj, Autobuska Stanica Ulcinj
2. Take the bus from Ulcinj, Autobuska Stanica Ulcinj to Kumanovo
3. Take the bus from Kumanovo to Kyustendil
4. Take the bus from Kyustendil to Dupnitsa
5. Take the bus from Blagoevgrad to Bansko
12h 25m
Bus via Pristina
1. Take the bus from Shkoder,Rruga Teuta to Pristina
2. Take the bus from Pristina to Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika
3. Take the bus from Sofia to Bansko
20h 43m
Bus via Thessaloníki
1. Take the bus from Shkoder,Rruga Teuta to Thessaloníki
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Train Station Bus Stop to Blagoevgrad Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Blagoevgrad to Bansko
24h 12m
Bus to Tivat Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Shkoder,Rruga Teuta to Tivat, Autobuska stanica
2. Fly from Tivat Airport (TIV) to Sofia Airport (SOF)TIV - SOF
3. Take the bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Bansko New Station
13h 38m
$162–368

Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Sofia Airport (SOF) flights

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7h 35mAverage Duration

$88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 628 km
Duration: 10h 7m

What companies run services between Shkodër, Albania and Bansko, Bulgaria?

You can take a bus from Shkoder,Rruga Teuta to Bansko via Ulcinj, Autobuska Stanica Ulcinj, Kumanovo, Kyustendil, Dupnitsa, and Blagoevgrad in around 12h 25m.

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