- Must visit
National Historical Museum
Major museum covering Albanian history from antiquity to the modern era. Its mosaic facade and broad overview make it the essential first museum in Tiranë.
Cheapest price
€80
Average price
€82
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
8 h 45 m
Ferries per day
6
Distance
249 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Bari to Tiranë is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bari to Tiranë will cost around €82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €80.
Of the 6 ferries that leave Bari for Tiranë on Wed, Aug 05, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct ferries cover the 249 km distance in an average of 8 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest ferries will take 9 h 1 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.
GNV Blu
GNV BLU
RIGEL III
GNV PEGASUS
RIGEL II
GNV BLU
GNV Blu
GNV PEGASUS
RIGEL III
RIGEL IIOmio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Bari to Tiranë among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €55, and a flight costs an average of €15.
Distance: 134 nautical miles (249 km)
Most popular Ferry | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€58 Average price Cheapest | €87 Average price | €2 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 39m Average total duration 8h 39m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular ferry company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bari to Tiranë:
A ferry is €29 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bari to Tiranë costing on average €87.
Other travel options to Tiranë take longer:
Ferry takes on average 8h 39m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Ventouris Ferries | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator Adria Ferries | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Ventouris Ferries | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 9h01 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Adria Ferries | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Ventouris Ferries | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 8h45 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Everyday |
The table below shows live departures for Bari to Tiranë ferries for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GNV Pegasus - vettore AF | 11:00 PM Port of Bari | 9h15 | 8:15 AM Port of Durres | 0 transfersDirect | |
GNV PEGASUS | 11:00 PM Nuova Stazione Marittima di Bari (Terminal Crociere) | 9h00 | 8:00 AM Port of Durres | 0 transfersDirect | |
RIGEL II | 11:00 PM Nuova Stazione Marittima di Bari (Terminal Crociere) | 9h00 | 8:00 AM Port of Durres | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
RIGEL III | 1:00 PM Nuova Stazione Marittima di Bari (Terminal Crociere) | 9h00 | 10:00 PM Port of Durres | 0 transfersDirect | |
GNV Blu | 1:00 PM Port of Bari | 8h45 | 9:45 PM Port of Durres | 0 transfersDirect | |
GNV BLU | 1:00 PM Nuova Stazione Marittima di Bari (Terminal Crociere) | 8h00 | 9:00 PM Port of Durres | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Ferries from Bari to Tiranë run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 39m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €55 but you can travel from only €15 by flight.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 02:00, the last at 23:58. The fastest ferry covers the 134 nautical miles (249 km) distance in 9h 0m. There are 23 sailings per week. Ferries from Bari to Tiranë are available to foot passengers.




Distance 134 nautical miles (249 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €55 |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 23 |
Fastest ferry 9h 0m |
First ferry 2:00 AM |
Last ferry 11:58 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Tiranë — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tiranë trip today.
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Budget-friendly for Europe. Hotels, casual dining, and city transport usually cost less than in nearby capitals, though central and upscale spots charge more.
Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Taxis usually get small rounding up. Cafes often just round up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bari to Tiranë by ferry. 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 ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tiranë, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bari to Tiranë ferries use the Port of Bari to Port of Durrës port pair. Use this guide to compare Bari and Tiranë ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Port of Bari is 2 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Bari has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Ristorante La Cecchina (0.6km), Osteria delle Travi (0.8km), La Tana del Polpo (0.9km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Bari.
Available at Port of Bari: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Port of Bari: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Bari.
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