Across the border · Kosovo
Visit Prizren by minibus with driver from Albania
Rent a minibus with a driver in Albania and visit Prizren, the city of the Stone Bridge and the fortress above the Lumbardhi river, about 2 hours and 30 minutes from Tirana Airport. With the same minibus, you can continue to Pristina, Gjakova and Peja.
From Albania to Prizren by minibus with driver
It takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes from Tirana Airport to Prizren, not counting the wait at the border. The route follows the Nation’s Highway via Kukes and the Morina–Vermica border crossing; Prizren is about 20 minutes past the border. You’ll find the fixed transfer price on the Airport – Prizren transfer page.
- Departure from Tirana Airport, from Tirana or from any city in Albania
- Your whole group and luggage in one vehicle, up to 19 passengers
- Stops along the way, for example in Kukes, with views over Lake Fierza
- The same minibus takes you around Kosovo and brings you back to Albania
The main cities of Kosovo
The other cities of Kosovo are easy to reach from Prizren. Times are approximate:
- Rahovec, about 30 minutes: the vineyards and wineries.
- Gjakova, about 40 minutes: the Grand Bazaar, the city’s old market.
- Pristina, about 1 hour 15 minutes: the capital, with Mother Teresa Boulevard and the National Library. See visit Pristina by minibus with driver.
- Peja, about 1.5 hours: the Rugova Gorge and the Patriarchate of Peja.
- Brezovica, about 1 hour 15 minutes: the ski resort in the Sharr Mountains, via Prevalla.
The nearest airports
Prizren has two international airports at similar distances: Tirana Airport, about 2 hours and 30 minutes away, and Pristina’s “Adem Jashari” International Airport, about 1 hour away. We’ll pick you up at either one and, if you like, you can arrive at one and depart from the other.
What to see in Prizren
- The Stone Bridge: the Ottoman bridge over the Lumbardhi, the symbol of the city.
- Prizren Fortress: above the city, with the most beautiful view of Prizren, especially at sunset.
- The Sinan Pasha Mosque: the domed 17th-century mosque in the city center.
- The League of Prizren complex: the place where the Albanian League of Prizren met in 1878.
- Shadervan: the old square with a fountain in the middle, full of cafés.
- Dokufest: the documentary film festival held every summer in August.
Frequently asked questions
What documents do we need to travel to Kosovo?
Albanian citizens can enter Kosovo with an ID card or a passport. Citizens of other countries need a valid passport or ID card, according to the rules for their nationality.
How long is the wait at the Morina–Vermica border?
The wait varies with the season; in summer and during holidays, when the diaspora travels, it can be longer. The travel times on this page don’t include waiting at the border.
Can we visit Prizren as a day trip from Tirana?
Yes. With about 2 hours and 30 minutes of driving each way, Prizren makes a good day trip, with enough time for the fortress, the Stone Bridge and lunch in the center.
How many passengers does the minibus take?
Our minibuses have up to 19 passenger seats. For larger groups, we arrange several minibuses that travel together.
Plan your trip to Kosovo
From Albania to Prizren and beyond, with the same minibus and driver.