Dubrovnik to
Ohrid transfer

From the Adriatic to one of Europe's oldest and deepest lakes. Drive through three countries to reach Ohrid—a UNESCO-listed lakeside town with Byzantine churches, a Roman theatre, and water so clear you can see the bottom from the clifftop.

500 km

Distance

Drive Time

€420

Sedan

2 borders

Crossings

The Journey

Dubrovnik to Ohrid, stop by stop

Drive from Dubrovnik to Ohrid. Private transfer from €420 per vehicle, all-inclusive — fuel, tolls, English-speaking driver, door-to-door.

Dubrovnik

Your hotel or address Departure

Pickup from your hotel, apartment, or Dubrovnik Airport (DBV). Early departure recommended.

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Border crossing

Croatia → Montenegro → Albania borders

En route

Two crossings in the northern section. Your driver handles all documents at both. EU/UK/US/CA/AU citizens visa-free for all countries.

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Quick stop free · extended visit from €15

Elbasan & the Via Egnatia

350 km from Dubrovnik ~25 min

A historic Albanian city on the ancient Roman Via Egnatia trade road. The Ottoman fortress walls enclose a mosque, a church, and a bazaar. A fascinating break with excellent coffee and baklava.

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Border crossing

Albania → North Macedonia border

En route

Crossing near Struga on the western shore of Lake Ohrid. Driver handles everything. 10–20 minutes.

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Quick stop free

Lake Ohrid first view

490 km from Dubrovnik ~10 min

The road descends from the mountains and suddenly the entire lake opens up below—deep blue water stretching to distant peaks. Your driver can stop at the viewpoint for photos before the final descent into town.

Ohrid

Your hotel or address 7h total

Arrive at your hotel or apartment—Old Town, the lakefront, or Kaneo cliff area. Driver drops you at the door.

Route Pricing

Dubrovnik → Ohrid prices

Per vehicle, not per person. All prices include tolls, fuel, border crossing assistance, luggage handling, water, Wi-Fi, and child seats on request.

Sedan

€420

1–3 passengers

Sedan or similar
Air conditioning & Wi-Fi
2 large + 2 small bags
Border crossing handled
All tolls included
Free cancellation 24h

Minivan

€505

4–8 passengers

Minivan or similar
Air conditioning & Wi-Fi
6 large + 4 small bags
Border crossing handled
All tolls included
Free cancellation 24h

All Inclusive

What's included in every transfer

Door-to-door

Picked up and dropped off at your exact address

Border handled

Driver manages all paperwork at crossings

Photo stops

Quick scenic stops along the route, free of charge

English driver

Professional, local, English-speaking driver

Flying into Dubrovnik Airport?

We meet you at DBV arrivals and drive across three countries to Ohrid. Flight tracking and 60 minutes free waiting.

DBV Airport → Ohrid →

About the Dubrovnik to Ohrid transfer

This cross-border transfer connects Dubrovnik (Croatia) with Ohrid (North Macedonia). Your driver manages all border formalities — you stay in the car with your passport ready. The crossing typically takes 5–20 minutes outside peak summer. Unlike rental cars, which often have expensive cross-border insurance surcharges (€50–80/day), our transfer price includes everything.

Route FAQ

Dubrovnik to Ohrid questions

Everything specific to this route.

How long is the Dubrovnik to Ohrid transfer?

About 7 hours (500 km). Two or three border crossings depending on the route. With stops, plan for 8 hours.

How many countries do we pass through?

Four—Croatia, Montenegro, Albania, and North Macedonia. Your driver handles all border crossings.

Do I need visas?

EU, UK, US, Canadian, and Australian citizens enter all four countries visa-free. Bring a valid passport.

What's Ohrid like?

A UNESCO lakeside town with 365 churches (one for every day), a Roman amphitheatre, and crystal-clear lake water. The Old Town atmosphere is extraordinary—cobblestone lanes and clifftop churches over the water.

Can you pick me up from Dubrovnik Airport?

Yes. Early flights work best for this long route. We meet you at arrivals.

Is this drive safe?

Completely. Well-maintained roads through all four countries. Our drivers make cross-Balkan transfers regularly and know every stretch.

Route Reviews

Dubrovnik → Ohrid reviews

Google

★★★★★

"Four countries in one day! Ohrid was the highlight of our entire Balkans trip. The lake, the churches, the Roman theatre—magical. The driver made the long drive feel easy."

Isabella M.

Dubrovnik → Ohrid

TripAdvisor

★★★★★

"We stopped in Elbasan for coffee and baklava—a lovely surprise. Then arriving at Lake Ohrid for the first time took our breath away. Worth every kilometre."

Chris P.

Dubrovnik → Ohrid

Google

★★★★★

"Professional from start to finish. Three border crossings handled without a hitch. The scenery through Albania was unexpected and beautiful. Ohrid by sunset. Perfect."

Lena K.

Dubrovnik → Ohrid

Group Transfers

Traveling with a group?

We operate minibuses and full-size coaches for groups of 8 to 50 passengers. Custom quotes within 2 hours.

Minibus

Sprinter-type · Families, small groups

19 seats

Midibus

30-seat coach · Tour groups, weddings

30 seats

Full-size coach

50-seat touring coach with WC

50 seats

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Dubrovnik to
Ohrid transfer