Budva to Shkoder bus with Old Town Travel

Fri, Jun 19
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Budva to Shkoder

Showing times and prices for Jun 19

Cheapest price

$29

Average price

$31

Fastest journey

3 h 20 m

Average duration

3 h 25 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

60 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Budva to Shkoder is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Budva to Shkoder will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.

Fast buses

Of the 2 buses that leave Budva for Shkoder on Fri, Jun 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 60 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .

On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 3 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Old Town Travel
    8:30 AM3h20
    Budva, Autobuska Stanica (Будва, Аутобуска Станица)
    11:50 AMShkodër, Rruga Teuta (Hotel Rozafa)
    $291One-way
    0 transfers
  • Jadran Ekspres Kotor
    11:20 AM3h30
    Budva, Autobuska Stanica (Будва, Аутобуска Станица)
    2:50 PMShkodër, Rruga Teuta (Hotel Rozafa)
    $321One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus for Budva to Shkoder

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Budva to Shkoder among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a bus costs an average of $23.

Distance: 37 miles (60 km)

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Driving

$25

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Cheapest

$18

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(fuel + tolls)

4h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 30m

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Additional time*

2h 3m

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Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Budva to Shkoder is a bus with an average price of $25 (€21).
The fastest way to travel from Budva to Shkoder is by bus with an average journey time of 3h 30m.
Yes, you can take a bus between Budva and Shkoder.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Budva to Shkoder among Omio's users.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about -2h -27m sooner (3h 30m by bus vs 2h 3m by car) and save roughly $-7.62 (€-6.24) compared to fuel and tolls ($25 (€21) vs $18 (€14)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.

Direct coaches are operated by Old Town Travel, Jadran Ekspres Kotor, Croatia Bus d.o.o., Diamant Travel, Old Town Travel.

Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.

Budva to Shkoder Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
Old Town Travel
Departure Time
08:30AM
Arrival Time
11:50AM
Duration
3h20
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$29
Operator
Jadran Ekspres Kotor
Departure Time
11:20AM
Arrival Time
02:50PM
Duration
3h30
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$32

Live departures

Budva to Shkoder bus times

The table below shows live departures for Budva to Shkoder buses for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Old Town Travel8:30 AM Budva, Autobuska Stanica (Будва, Аутобуска Станица)
3h20
11:50 AM Shkodër, Rruga Teuta (Hotel Rozafa)0 transfersDirect
Jadran Ekspres Kotor11:20 AM Budva, Autobuska Stanica (Будва, Аутобуска Станица)
3h30
2:50 PM Shkodër, Rruga Teuta (Hotel Rozafa)0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Budva to Shkoder buses with Omio?

Old Town Travel as well as Jadran Ekspres Kotor, FlixBus, Croatia Bus d.o.o., Adriatic Travel and more offer buses services from Budva to Shkoder.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Budva to Shkoder.

Why book with Omio vs Old Town Travel?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Old Town Travel, but also compare tickets for the likes of Jadran Ekspres Kotor, FlixBus, Croatia Bus d.o.o. or Adriatic Travel to find the best option for your trip from Budva to Shkoder.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Wanderu or Rome2rio?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Jadran Ekspres Kotor, FlixBus, Croatia Bus d.o.o. or Adriatic Travel to find the best option for your trip from Budva to Shkoder.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Budva to Shkoder

MontenegroMontenegro
AlbaniaAlbania
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Buses from Budva to Shkoder run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.

There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:00, the last at 13:10. The fastest bus covers the 37 miles (60 km) distance in 3h 20m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
37 miles (60 km)
Average bus duration
3h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
$23 (€19)
Buses per day
1
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
3h 20m
First bus
8:00 AM
Last bus
1:10 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Old Town Travel, Jadran Ekspres Kotor, FlixBus, Croatia Bus d.o.o., Adriatic Travel, Diamant Travel, Touring Kotor from Budva to ShkoderYou can travel by bus between Budva to Shkoder with Old Town Travel, Jadran Ekspres Kotor, FlixBus, Croatia Bus d.o.o., Adriatic Travel, Diamant Travel, Touring Kotor for as low as $23 (€19). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Learn more about FlixBus

Croatia Bus d.o.o.

About
Croatia Bus d.o.o. is a bus company based in Zagreb, Croatia, with over 65 years of experience in passenger transport. It operates an extensive network of domestic routes connecting all major cities in Croatia, and international routes extending to numerous European countries including Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Italy, Slovenia, Montenegro, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Serbia. The company, part of the Globtour group, offers amenities such as reclinable seats, air conditioning, and often Wi-Fi and charging ports on its buses.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 30m
Croatia Bus d.o.o. frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Transport of luggage is generally limited to two pieces per person, with regular size: length (55 cm) – width (25 cm) – height (max. 100 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be transported for a fee.
Luggage storage
A dispatching fee is charged for transportation of luggage, paid in cash before boarding.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 24 hours before the trip, 25% of the ticket price is charged; if 12-24 hours before, 50% is charged; less than 12 hours before, the full ticket price is charged.
Refund
If the service is canceled or delayed by more than 120 minutes, passengers are entitled to reimbursement or rerouting.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservation is automatically made when purchasing a ticket online.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Persons with severe physical disabilities are entitled to free transport of their orthopedic aids and wheelchairs.
Learn more about Croatia Bus d.o.o.

Jadran Ekspres Kotor

About
Jadran Ekspres is a bus company based in Kotor, Montenegro, operating in the ground passenger transportation industry. They offer numerous daily departures, primarily connecting cities within Montenegro such as Kotor, Budva, and Podgorica. Jadran Ekspres also serves international routes to countries including Croatia, Albania, and Serbia, with popular connections like Dubrovnik to Budva, Kotor to Dubrovnik, and Kotor to Tirana. While the company aims for reliability and punctuality, passenger reviews highlight varied experiences regarding service quality, including potential extra charges for luggage and the availability of amenities like Wi-Fi.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 30m
Cheapest Price
$30 (€25)
Jadran Ekspres Kotor frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one piece of checked luggage are included.
Additional luggage
Bulky luggage may incur extra charges.
Luggage storage
There is a chance that the bus company's driver will charge an additional fee for storing luggage in the compartment.
Cancellation Policy
The cancellation policy can vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, so it's best to check the policies during the booking process.
Refund
The refund policy for a cancelled trip is a full refund.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
USB plugs

Old Town Travel

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 20m
Cheapest Price
$23 (€19)
Old Town Travel frequency
1 a day

Adriatic Travel

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12h 50m
Adriatic Travel frequency
1 a day

Diamant Travel

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 15m
Diamant Travel frequency
2 a day

Touring Kotor

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 5m
Cheapest Price
$26 (€21)
Touring Kotor frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Budva to Shkoder

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budva to Shkoder by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Shkoder, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Budva to Shkoder can start from as little as $23 (€19) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Budva to Shkoder is $25 (€21) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Budva to Shkoder is 3h 20m to travel the 37 miles (60 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Budva to Shkoder leaves at 8:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Budva to Shkoder leaves at 1:10 PM.
Yes, there are 1 direct buses a day from Budva to Shkoder with Old Town Travel, Jadran Ekspres Kotor, Croatia Bus d.o.o., Diamant Travel, Old Town Travel. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Budva to Shkoder, you can count on Old Town Travel, Jadran Ekspres Kotor, FlixBus, Croatia Bus d.o.o., Adriatic Travel, Diamant Travel, Touring Kotor, Old Town Travel for the best way to get you to Shkoder. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Budva and Shkoder and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Shkoder from Budva is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Budva to Shkoder is July.
Yes, you can take a bus between Budva and Shkoder.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Budva to Shkoder:
  • Croatia Bus d.o.o.
    • Persons with severe physical disabilities are entitled to free transport of their orthopedic aids and wheelchairs.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Budva to Shkoder for bus company FlixBus, Croatia Bus d.o.o..
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Budva to Shkoder depends on the bus companies:
  • Croatia Bus d.o.o.
    • If you cancel at least 24 hours before the trip, 25% of the ticket price is charged
    • if 12-24 hours before, 50% is charged
    • less than 12 hours before, the full ticket price is charged.
  • Jadran Ekspres Kotor
    • The cancellation policy can vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, so it's best to check the policies during the booking process.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Budva to Shkoder.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Budva to Shkoder:
  • Croatia Bus d.o.o.
    • Transport of luggage is generally limited to two pieces per person, with regular size: length (55 cm) – width (25 cm) – height (max. 100 cm).
  • Jadran Ekspres Kotor
    • One piece of hand luggage and one piece of checked luggage are included.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Budva to Shkoder:
  • Croatia Bus d.o.o.
    • Additional luggage can be transported for a fee.
  • Jadran Ekspres Kotor
    • Bulky luggage may incur extra charges.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Budva to Shkoder. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Budva to Shkoder with the following bus company: FlixBus, Croatia Bus d.o.o.
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Budva to Shkoder with the following bus company: Jadran Ekspres Kotor, FlixBus, Croatia Bus d.o.o..
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Budva to Shkoder with the following bus company: Jadran Ekspres Kotor, FlixBus, Croatia Bus d.o.o..
Since neither Budva nor Shkoder are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of Montenegro and Albania. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Budva to Shkoder among Omio's users.
The currency used in Albania is the Albanian lek (ALL). Travelers often find it convenient to use cash, especially in smaller towns and local markets, while credit and debit cards are widely accepted in larger cities, hotels, and restaurants. Carrying some cash is recommended for better flexibility.
In Shkoder, travelers should be cautious of petty theft, especially in crowded areas and markets. It's advisable to watch belongings closely and avoid displaying valuables. Some travelers report occasional taxi overcharging or unofficial taxis; agreeing on fares beforehand can help prevent this. Additionally, be wary of street vendors or guides offering unsolicited services. Overall, Shkoder is relatively safe, but standard travel vigilance is recommended.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Budva to Shkoder

Most Budva to Shkoder buses use the Budva, Autobuska Stanica (Будва, Аутобуска Станица) to Shkodër, Rruga Teuta (Hotel Rozafa) station pair. Use this guide to compare Budva and Shkoder bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Budva
Arrival bus stations in Shkoder
Budva, Autobuska Stanica (Будва, Аутобуска Станица)Budva Central Bus Station, Filipa Kovačevića 6

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