How to travel from Belgrade to Skopje

There are 2 options to travel between Belgrade and Skopje including taking a bus and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Belgrade to Skopje is a bus with an average price of €27.

This is compared to other travel options from Belgrade to Skopje:

A bus is €103 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Belgrade to Skopje costing on average €130.

The fastest way to travel from Belgrade to Skopje is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 12m.

Other travel options to Skopje take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 27m.

The distance from Belgrade to Skopje is approximately 199 miles (321 km).

The average frequency per day from Belgrade to Skopje is:

• Around 4 buses per day.
• Around 2 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Belgrade and Skopje as scheduled services by bus and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Belgrade to Skopje:

• Flights mostly depart from Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport and arrive in Skopje Alexander the Great Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)) and arrive in Skopje, Transporten Centar (Скопjе, Транспортен Центар).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Belgrade to Skopje, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Air Serbia to go to Skopje by flight.
• Travel with Fudeks, Niš ekspres, Polazak, FlixBus, Ozlem to go to Skopje by bus.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Belgrade to Skopje:

• 2 direct flights per day with Air Serbia.

Omio customers who travel from Belgrade to Skopje often also extend their vacation to go to Pristina, Ohrid, Sofia, Thessaloniki, Tiranë. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Skopje and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Skopje to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Skopje, you can explore Matka Canyon for hiking, kayaking, and cave exploration, visit the Museum of the Macedonian Struggle to learn about the region's history, and enjoy a leisurely stroll through the Skopje City Park. For cultural experiences, attend a performance at the Macedonian Opera and Ballet or take a cable car to see the Millennium Cross on Mount Vodno. Key sights include the Skopje Fortress with its panoramic views, the iconic Stone Bridge, and the bustling Old Bazaar. Don't miss Macedonia Square, the city's central hub, and the Memorial House of Mother Teresa, celebrating her life and work.

To explore Skopje's main attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is generally sufficient, allowing time to visit landmarks such as the Old Bazaar, Skopje Fortress, and the Memorial House of Mother Teresa.