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Tirana, the capital of Albania, makes you feel the magic of Ottoman architecture with its mosques and baths dating back to the 1600s. The surface area of ​​Tirana, which is close to Istanbul’s, is a very calm city in terms of population. You need to use Tirana International Airport to visit this city.

It cannot be said that Tirana offer good service in terms of public transport. Until 2013, there were in-city train services that served the city along the shoreline. This line is not used now. The bus is the only means of public transport available for use in urban transport. Train services are now only an option for intercity transportation. A tourist information office is located in the Rruga Ded Gjo Luli district, north of Skanderbeg Square, which forms part of Tirana city center. We recommend you to visit this office to facilitate your access to the city. English speaking office staff can explain you how you can get to where you want to go through the maps.

Passengers who do not want to use public transport can choose to take a taxi or rent a car from the city for a more comfortable ride. The city center is quite small. So, if you have time, you can also visit the city center on foot. It is useful to remind that the frequent construction work done in the center may prevent your walk. It is also possible to rent bicycles in certain areas of the city. Although it is difficult to say that Tirana is a bicycle city, cycling is a pleasant option for short distances.

There are not many alternatives to get to Tirana International Airport from Tirana by public transport. First of all you have to come to Skanderbeg Square from where you are, then you have to transfer. Therefore, we recommend that passengers who wish to travel more comfortably should consider taxi or car rental options.

Bus

The Rinas Express, which takes you from the central square to the airport, is the only option for getting to the airport by public transport. Rinas Express is departing from the north of the Skanderbeg Square, near the other bus stops. The departure time of the buses, which operate between 6 am and 6 pm, may be earlier than the scheduled time. For this reason, we advise you to be there at least a few minutes before the departure time.

If the place you are in is located in a more remote part of the city, you have to get on one of the buses to Skanderbeg Square to get to the city center. After you arrive at the airport, you reach the terminal after passing taxi stops and car parking areas.

Train

The train services are not providing access to the city anymore. However, it is possible to use trains, although with limited opportunities, for long distance travel. With these lines it is possible to travel to Durres, Shkodra, Elbasan Vlore and Librazhd.

Taxi

MerrTaxi and SpeedTaxi are taxi stops used for intra city transportation. We recommend that you use one of these two stops. While it is possible to use a pirate taxis, many of these taxis do not use taximeters, so it is possible that you pay more for them.

Car Rental

You can rent a car from Rent A Car offices located in the city. However, if you are planning to stay in the city before going to the airport, it can be very difficult to find a parking place. Besides, the pavements of the roads in the city are not well. For this reason, driving can be a stress factor.

Airport Information

With the free Wi-Fi connection you can take advantage of at Tirana International Airport, you can use the internet from your devices, and you can spend your time untiringly until your flight. There is also a special area for the passengers who smoke in the Segafredo Bar section of the airport. In the check-in hall there are sweet shops, newspaper dealers, bookstores and jewelers. You can spend time in the Airport Bar and Piazza Restaurant in the arriving passenger area and in Segafredo Bar and Coli's Bar in the departing passenger area. Apart from that, there is also a Business Lounge at the airport.

Liverpool John Lennon Airport is located 9 km from the city center. Since the airport is located close by, getting to the city center from the airport is very easy and convenient. The most preferred method of transportation is by taxi. Other transportation alternatives you can use to get to the city center from the airport are trains, buses, and cars.  

Taxi

Taking a taxi to the city center is a very appealing transportation alternative, especially due to the airport’s close proximity to the city. Taxis are a great option for those with excess baggage or those who are unfamiliar with the city. You can pay the taxi fare using a credit cards or cash. You can also take advantage of a private taxi service from the airport for a certain fee.

Train

Another transportation alternative to get to the city center is by train, however the airport isn’t directly served by train. The closest train station is the Liverpool South Parkway Rail Station, the Liverpool Lime Street Station or the Hunts Cross Rail Station, which are accessibly by bus or taxi. Buses that provide transportation between the airport and the Liverpool South Parkway Rail Station include bus number 500 and 86A. From this station you can transfer to a train to the city center or other cities nearby. The airport is also connected to the Liverpool Lime Street Station by bus number 500 and the Hunts Cross Rail Station by bus 89 and 81A.

Bus

Buses are another transportation alternative to get to the city center from the airport. The 500 Airport Flyer bus service provides transportation from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to the city center.

Rental Car

Renting a car is a great way to enjoy the city and its surrounding areas. Renting a car is a reliable and convenient transportation alternative to get to the city center and get around in the city during your stay. However, renting a car can be expensive. Rental car companies located at the airport that you can choose from include international companies such as National, Budget, and Hertz. If you want to save time you can always book a vehicle in advance by making a reservation online. Making a reservation online beforehand also avoids the possibility of any complications that could occur when renting on-site.