How far is Athens from Thessaloniki?

The distance covered from Athens to Thessaloniki is 301 km (187 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Athens to Thessaloniki?

Buses traveling this route start their trip at Lagoumitzi str. In Athens, and end it at Κ. Τ. Ε. Λ, in Thessaloniki.

Bus Athens to Thessaloniki from $53 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Athens to Thessaloniki on November 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:00am	"Esperia Travel office", Athens	6h 50m	2:50pm	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	No tags
8:00am	"Esperia Travel office", Athens	6h 50m	2:50pm	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	No tags
8:00am	"Esperia Travel office", Athens	6h 50m	2:50pm	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	No tags
8:00am	"Esperia Travel office", Athens	6h 50m	2:50pm	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	No tags
8:00am	"Esperia Travel office", Athens	6h 50m	2:50pm	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	No tags

Get from Athens to Thessaloniki

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

6h 50mAverage Duration

305 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

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Maks Trans LTD

Maks Trans LTD offers 1 daily buses from Athens to Thessaloniki. Though the average price for this trip is $58, you can find tickets starting at $57. The trip between the two cities usually takes about 410.

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Where are the popular stops in Athens and Thessaloniki?

Stops in Athens

A - Lagoumitzi str.

B - 34-36 Akominatu str.

C - Atheny

D - Sidirodromon

E - Evelpidon

Stops in Thessaloniki

A - Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ

B - Monastiriou

C - Selanik Makedonya KTEL Otogarı

D - Taskou Papageorgiou

E - Michail Kalou 16

F - Makedonya Şehirlerarası Otogarı

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Athens to Thessaloniki by bus

How far is Athens from Thessaloniki?
The distance covered from Athens to Thessaloniki is 301 km (187 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Athens to Thessaloniki?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Lagoumitzi str. In Athens, and end it at Κ. Τ. Ε. Λ, in Thessaloniki.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-06

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11-07

$54

Today

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11-09

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11-10

$53

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The cheapest trip from Athens to Thessaloniki was searched and found on Nov 10, 2025 with a price of $53

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Athens to Thessaloniki, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $53 to $54 for a bus ticket from Athens to Thessaloniki based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $53 which is on 2025-11-10.

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