Fixed Rates & Distances
| Route From / To Ohrid |
Distance |
Price |
| Tirana (Airport) |
140 km |
€90 |
| Durres |
175 km |
€120 |
| Saranda |
320 km |
€220 |
| Pogradec |
40 km |
€20 |
Road Comfort
Our routes generally consist of smooth asphalt roads and developed highway networks. Our vehicle, operating within our officially licensed @ohridtaxi company, offers you a shake-free and highly comfortable journey.
Timing & Border Crossings
Travel durations are usually completed without any delays, depending on weather and road conditions. No heavy congestion or long waiting times are anticipated at the border gates; your crossings are planned quickly and seamlessly under the assurance of @ohridtaxi.
Currency & Payment Options
- Lek and Euro: The official currency of Albania is the Lek. However, Euros are also widely accepted in tourist areas, businesses, taxis, and hotels.
- Credit Card Usage: Credit cards are accepted in city centers, large restaurants, hotels, and gas stations. Nevertheless, it is recommended to carry cash with you for small businesses or rural routes.
Culture & Lifestyle
- Hospitality (Besa): One of the most fundamental cornerstones of Albanian culture is traditional hospitality. Thanks to this understanding built on trust and loyalty, tourists are welcomed with a warm and helpful approach everywhere. As @ohridtaxi, we host our passengers with this very hospitality.
- Cuisine Culture: A synthesis of Mediterranean and Balkan cuisine prevails. Fresh seafood, pastry varieties (byrek), meat dishes, and traditional delicacies like Tave Kosi are at the forefront.
- Historical Texture: Castles, mosques, and bridges remaining from the Ottoman period stand side-by-side with modern squares bearing the influences of Italian architecture. It possesses a socially diverse, multi-religious, and highly tolerant cultural structure.