What is the cheapest way to get from Tirana to Pernik?

The cheapest way to get from Tirana to Pernik is to bus which costs $52 and takes 12h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tirana to Pernik?

The fastest way to get from Tirana to Pernik is to drive which takes 6h 23m and costs $70 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Tirana and Pernik?

No, there is no direct bus from Tirana to Pernik. However, there are services departing from Liceu Artistik and arriving at Pernik via Tirana and Sofia Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 41m.

How far is it from Tirana to Pernik?

The distance between Tirana and Pernik is 481 km. The road distance is 405.9 km.

How do I travel from Tirana to Pernik without a car?

The best way to get from Tirana to Pernik without a car is to bus which takes 12h 41m and costs $52.

How long does it take to get from Tirana to Pernik?

It takes approximately 12h 41m to get from Tirana to Pernik, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tirana to Pernik bus from?

Tirana to Pernik bus services, operated by Nela Travel Tours, depart from Tirana station.

Bus or fly from Tirana to Pernik?

The best way to get from Tirana to Pernik is to bus which takes 12h 41m and costs $52. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $45 - $230 and takes 8h 11m.

Where does the Tirana to Pernik bus arrive?

Tirana to Pernik bus services, operated by Nela Travel Tours, arrive at Sofia Central Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Tirana and Pernik?

Pernik is 1h ahead of Tirana. It is currently 10:22 AM in Tirana and 11:22 AM in Pernik.

Can I drive from Tirana to Pernik?

Yes, the driving distance between Tirana to Pernik is 406 km. It takes approximately 6h 23m to drive from Tirana to Pernik.

Where can I stay near Pernik?

There are 36+ hotels available in Pernik.

Tirana to Pernik - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

How to get fromTirana to Pernik

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Tirana to Pernik by bus, car, 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
best
1. Take the bus from Tirana to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
12h 41m
$51
Fly from Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza
cheapest
1. Fly from Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane TIA - SOF
8h 11m
$49–223
Drive 405.9 km
1. Drive from Tirana to Pernikcar 405.9 km
6h 23m
$74–107
Bus via Skopje
1. Take the bus from Tirana, Terminali Lindor I Autobusave to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
2. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Kyustendilbus
3. Take the bus from Kyustendil to Radomirbus
13h 12m
Bus to Podgorica Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Tirana to Podgorica , Bus stationbus
2. Fly from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane TGD - SOF
12h 56m
$106–279

Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA) to Sofia Airport (SOF) flights

26Weekly Planes

4h 30mAverage Duration

$44Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Tirana to Pernik.

Launch map view

Distance: 481.4 km
Duration: 12h 41m

What companies run services between Tirana, Albania and Pernik, Bulgaria?

Nela Travel Tours operates a bus from Tirana to Sofia Central Bus Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $51 and the journey takes 10h. Alternatively, Austrian Airlines, Aegean Airlines, and four other airlines fly from Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA) to Sofia Airport (SOF) 4 times a day.

Airlines