Plovdiv to Thessaloniki bus is a popular way of travelling between Bulgaria and Greece.There are up to 12 daily bus departures available, including 4 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Plovdiv at 07:40h, arriving at Thessaloniki at 14:50h the same day. While the latest bus departs at 17:30h, arriving at 01:45h the following day.
The shortest travel distance between Plovdiv and Thessaloniki is 257 mi.
The fastest coach which departs at 07:40 has a travel time of 07:10h.
The longest travel time on the route is 08:45h.
Booking your train tickets in advance is recommended to guarantee your seat, especially if you're travelling during peak travel times.
Overnight coaches
If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Thessaloniki earlier, there
is 1 night coach departing from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki.
The overnight coach departs at 17:30 and arrives at 01:45
the following day.
Below are the most popular night departures to Thessaloniki:
Bus companies operating the Plovdiv to Thessaloniki route
There are 4 bus companies operating this route. These companies have not been reviewed by travellers yet. Below is a list of the most popular bus companies on this route.
Bus station in Plovdiv has not been rated yet. However, the bus station in Thessaloniki has earned a score of 6 from our passengers. More information on both stations, including their location and popular routes can be found on the links below.
Plovdiv
You can see information about the departure station and stops Plovdiv here
Thessaloniki
You can see information about the arrival station and stops Thessaloniki here
Cheapest tickets
Below are the most affordable ticket options available, depending on availability:
Adult ticket: £13 (One-Way)
or £26 (Return).
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Other popular destinations from Plovdiv
If you're wondering which other destinations you can visit when travelling from Plovdiv, below are some of the most popular routes that other travellers have booked tickets for:
If you're looking for inspiration for where to travel next once you've reached Thessaloniki, here is a list of the most popular routes that our travellers have previously booked tickets for: