Taxi from Tirana to Tepelenë
Tepelenë is a historic town in southern Albania at the confluence of the Vjosa and Drino rivers, stronghold of Ali Pasha of Ioannina and gateway to the wild Vjosa National Park. Toska Go Taxi covers the 190 km route via Fier with a flat fare of 10,500 ALL (~€117).
Tepelenë is a small town in the Vjosë river gorge, inseparably linked to Ali Pasha of Ioannina (1740–1822), the Albanian-born Ottoman warlord who was born in the nearby village of Beçisht and built his power base here before ruling much of Epirus and southern Albania as his personal principality. Ali Pasha hosted Lord Byron in 1809 and became one of the most celebrated and feared figures in early 19th-century European imagination — Byron's account describing him with equal fascination and unease as 'a fat, comely man' with the manners of an emperor and the ferocity of a tyrant. Ali Pasha's ruined castle still overlooks the town from its promontory 300 metres above the confluence of the Vjosë and Drino rivers, and a small museum commemorates his turbulent life.
The town is modest, framed by dramatic limestone cliffs and the green waters of the Vjosë — one of the last large wild rivers in Europe, undammed and free-flowing from its source in Greece to the Adriatic. The entire Vjosë was declared a National Park in 2023, preserving one of the most ecologically significant river systems on the continent. Travellers passing through Tepelenë on the route between Gjirokastër and Vlorë find themselves in one of southern Albania's most scenically and historically compelling valleys.
| Fixed fare | 10,500 ALL (~€117) |
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| Distance | 190 km |
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| Journey time | ~3h |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a taxi from Tirana to Tepelenë?
The fixed fare is 10,500 ALL (approx. €117) in both directions between Tirana and Tepelenë.
How long does the drive from Tirana to Tepelenë take?
Approximately 3–3.5 hours via Fier and the south national road.
Is Tepelenë on the way to Gjirokastër?
Yes — Tepelenë is on the main road south before Gjirokastër. We can arrange a stop if needed.
Do you return from Tepelenë to Tirana?
Yes. The return fare is 10,500 ALL (~€117). Book via WhatsApp in advance.
How should I plan a pickup outside Tirana when travelling toward the city?
Vehicles usually operate from Tirana, so a pickup outside Tirana needs an approach buffer approximately equal to the travel time from Tirana to your pickup location. Send the exact pickup location and requested time so we can plan the approach and confirm availability.