How to travel from Skopje to Belgrade

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Compare bus and flight for Skopje to Belgrade

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Skopje to Belgrade among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €32 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, while a flight costs an average of €341.

Distance: 199 miles (321 km)

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€32

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Cheapest

€341

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€79

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10h 7m

Average total duration

9h 37m

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4h 36m

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2h 36m

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4h 15m

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0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

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1.0 - 1.9kg

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Niš ekspres

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Air Serbia

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Compare ways to travel from Skopje to Belgrade

Compare the available ways to get from Skopje to Belgrade, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Skopje to Belgrade is a bus with an average price of €32.

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

A bus is €310 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Skopje to Belgrade costing on average €341.

The fastest way to travel from Skopje to Belgrade is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 36m.

Other travel options to Belgrade take longer:

Bus takes on average 10h 7m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Skopje and Belgrade including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Skopje to Belgrade among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €32 compared to roughly €79 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €48. The journey takes 9h 37m versus 4h 15m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Skopje to Belgrade

How to get from Skopje to Belgrade by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Skopje to Belgrade is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Air SerbiaJU793
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Air SerbiaJU793
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Fastest

  • Air SerbiaJU793
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Air SerbiaJU797
    0 transfers
  • Turkish AirlinesTK1004 · TK1083
    1 transfer
  • Turkish AirlinesTK1006 · TK1083
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Skopje to Belgrade

Travel to Belgrade easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Skopje to Belgrade.

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There are 2 options to travel between Skopje and Belgrade including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Skopje to Belgrade is a bus with an average price of €32.

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

A bus is €310 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Skopje to Belgrade costing on average €341.

The fastest way to travel from Skopje to Belgrade is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 36m.

Other travel options to Belgrade take longer:

Bus takes on average 10h 7m.

The distance from Skopje to Belgrade is approximately 199 miles (321 km).
The average frequency per day from Skopje to Belgrade is:
  • Around 4 flights per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Skopje and Belgrade 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 Skopje to Belgrade:
  • Flights mostly depart from Skopje Alexander the Great Airport and arrive in Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Skopje, Transporten Centar (Скопjе, Транспортен Центар) and arrive in Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Skopje to Belgrade, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Air Serbia, Austrian Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Air Baltic, AJet to go to Belgrade by flight.
  • Travel with Niš ekspres, Fudeks, Ozlem to go to Belgrade by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Skopje to Belgrade with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Air Serbia.
  • 3 direct buses per day with Niš ekspres, Fudeks.
Omio customers who travel from Skopje to Belgrade often also extend their vacation to go to Sarajevo, Budapest, Novi Sad, Sofia, Podgorica. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Belgrade and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Belgrade to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Belgrade, you can visit the Belgrade Zoo in Kalemegdan Park, explore the vibrant nightlife with bars and live music, and take a river cruise on the Danube and Sava. Discover history and culture at the Museum of Yugoslavia and enjoy performances at the National Theatre. For sightseeing, explore the Kalemegdan Fortress, admire the St. Sava Temple, stroll through the bohemian Skadarlija, visit the Nikola Tesla Museum, and enjoy outdoor activities at Ada Ciganlija.
To fully experience Belgrade's vibrant culture, historical sites, and nightlife, 3 to 4 days are recommended.
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