Sofia to Thessaloniki Bus and Coach
Sofia to Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki to Sofia
Sofia to Thessaloniki Route Overview
Sofia to Thessaloniki bus is a popular way of travelling between Bulgaria and Greece.There are up to 26 daily bus departures available, including 6 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Sofia at 07:00h, arriving at Thessaloniki at 11:45h the same day. While the latest bus departs at 20:30h, arriving at 02:00h the following day.
Arrival station and country
Thessaloniki, Greece
Travel Distance
183 mi
Average Trip Duration
04h 30min
Total Departures
26
Popular Operators
Arda - Tur, Union Ivkoni - Unibus
Lowest Price
£9
Transportation Options
Coach
Table Of Contents
Popular Departures
Below you will find some of the most popular coach departures from Sofia to Thessaloniki:
07:00
Sofia Serdika Bus Station
4h 45min
11:45
Thessaloniki Macedonia Intercity Bus Station
from
25
HRK
M-ticket
Best offer on 17. Apr
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07:30
Sofia Central Bus Station
5h 30min
13:00
Thessaloniki Train Station Bus Stop
from
10.6333
HRK
M-ticket
Best offer on 06. May
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07:30
Sofia Central Bus Station
5h 45min
13:15
Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station
from
10.6333
HRK
M-ticket
Best offer on 06. May
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10:00
Sofia Serdica Bus Station
4h 50min
14:50
Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station
from
27
HRK
M-ticket
Best offer on 14. Apr
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13:00
Sofia Serdica Bus Station
4h 55min
17:55
Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station
from
27
HRK
M-ticket
Best offer on 14. Apr
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Traveling by coach from Sofia to Thessaloniki
The shortest travel distance between Sofia and Thessaloniki is 183 mi. The fastest coach which departs at 07:00 has a travel time of 03:00h. The longest travel time on the route is 06:00h. Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: air condition, wifi and restroom. 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
are 6 overnight coaches from Sofia to Thessaloniki.
The overnight coaches depart between 19:00 and 20:30 and arrive between 00:25 and 02:00
the same day.
Below are the most popular night departures to Thessaloniki:
19:00
Sofia Serdika Bus Station
5h 25min
00:25
Thessaloniki Macedonia Intercity Bus Station
from
25
HRK
M-ticket
Best offer on 15. Apr
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20:30
Sofia Central Bus Station
5h 30min
02:00
Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station
from
10.6333
HRK
M-ticket
Best offer on 06. May
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20:30
Sofia Central Bus Station
5h 15min
01:45
Thessaloniki Train Station Bus Stop
from
10.6333
HRK
M-ticket
Best offer on 06. May
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Bus companies operating the Sofia to Thessaloniki route
There are 4 bus companies operating this route. These companies have been reviewed 9 times by travellers. Below is a list of the most popular bus companies along with their overall ratings.Departure and arrival stations
Bus station in Sofia 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.
Cheapest tickets
Below are the most affordable ticket options available, depending on availability:Adult ticket: £9 (One-Way) or £18 (Return).
Over 9 travelers have shared their feedback and reviewed their bus journey from Sofia to Thessaloniki. The average rating is 6.9. You can read the reviews below.
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Other popular destinations from Sofia
If you're wondering which other destinations you can visit when travelling from Sofia, below are some of the most popular routes that other travellers have booked tickets for:Other popular destinations from Thessaloniki
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:Frequently asked questions
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