Taxi from Tirana to Thessaloniki
Toska Go Taxi runs private transfers from Tirana to Thessaloniki (Selanik), Greece's second city and the vibrant capital of Macedonia. The route crosses at Kakavijë via Gjirokastër and covers approximately 405 km in around 6 hours. Fixed fare 29,500 ALL (~€328).
Thessaloniki is Greece's second city and cultural capital, a metropolis of just over one million in its metropolitan area on the Thermaic Gulf with a 2,300-year history as the crossroads of the Balkans. Founded by Cassander of Macedon in 315 BC and named for Alexander the Great's half-sister, the city rose to enormous importance under Rome as capital of Macedonia province and a key station on the Via Egnatia — the same road whose western terminus was Durrës in Albania. Its Byzantine heritage is extraordinary: 15 early Christian and Byzantine monuments are UNESCO-listed, including the 4th-century Rotunda (originally built as a mausoleum by Galerius) and the 8th-century Hagia Sophia of Thessaloniki.
The city is also a testament to the Ottoman centuries: the White Tower on the seafront (Ottoman, 15th century), the Bezesteni and Kapani covered markets, and the numerous Ottoman mosques and hans give the city visual layers beyond the Byzantine. Atatürk, founder of modern Turkey, was born here in 1881 — his birthplace is preserved as a Turkish consulate museum. Today Thessaloniki is celebrated for its food culture (Thessaloniki bougatsa, seafood, and street food are widely considered the best in Greece), its nightlife, and the Aristotle University — the largest in the Balkans — which fills the city with an unusually cosmopolitan energy.
| Fixed fare | 29,500 ALL (~€328) |
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| Distance | 405 km |
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| Journey time | ~6h 5 min |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a taxi from Tirana to Thessaloniki?
The fixed fare is 29,500 ALL (approximately €328) per vehicle for a private one-way transfer.
How long is the drive from Tirana to Thessaloniki?
Approximately 6 hours via Gjirokastër, the Kakavijë border crossing, and the Via Egnatia highway through northern Greece.
Is there a flight from Tirana to Thessaloniki?
There are limited direct flights. Many travellers prefer our private transfer — no airport queues, direct to your destination, and comparable travel time including check-in.
Can I stop in Ioannina on the way to Thessaloniki?
Yes — a stop in Ioannina is possible and adds approximately 30 minutes. Mention it when booking so we can plan accordingly.
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.