Dajti Express: Ride to the Sky
Experience Tirana from above! Ride the Dajti Express for stunning views, mountain adventures, and a refreshing escape into nature.
Ascend Mount Dajti via the Dajti Express, the Balkans' longest cable car, for panoramic views of Tirana and the Adriatic Sea. Enjoy mountaintop activities and escape the city bustle.
A brief summary to Dajti Express Cable Car
Local tips
- Purchase combination tickets at the lower station for discounted access to activities like mini-golf or the adventure park.
- Arrive between 9:00 and 11:00 to avoid long queues, especially on weekends, holidays, and snowy days.
- Check the Dajti Ekspres social media channels for updates on closures due to weather conditions.
- Wear comfortable shoes for hiking and exploring the mountaintop.
- Bring a jacket, as the temperature on the mountain can be cooler than in Tirana, especially in the evening.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Skanderbeg Square in Tirana city center, take the blue line bus number 11 towards Porcelan. The bus stop is located near the Clock Tower and the Cultural Museum. The bus departs every 5-20 minutes and the journey takes approximately 20-30 minutes to the Dajti Ekspres Cable Car stop. A one-way ticket costs 40 Lek (0.30 EUR). From the bus stop, walk up the steep road for about 10 minutes to reach the Dajti Express ticket office.
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Taxi
A taxi from Tirana city center to the Dajti Express Cable Car costs approximately 700-1000 Lek (6-8 EUR) for a one-way trip. Metered taxis are available, or you can negotiate a fixed price before starting the journey. Dajti Ekspres has a negotiated rate with Merr Taxi, which charges 650 Lek (5.30 EUR) for a one-way trip. The taxi will drop you off near the Dajti Express ticket office.
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