Bus Tickets from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv

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TomorrowMar 21
from $38
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from $29
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: March 21 at
    Departure city: Thessaloniki
    Departure location: Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station
    Arrival time: March 21 at
    Destination city: Plovdiv
    Destination location: Sever
    Operated by: Union IvkoniUnion Ivkoni
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: March 21 at
    Departure city: Thessaloniki
    Departure location: Thessaloniki 28 Monastiriou Street
    Arrival time: March 21 at
    Destination city: Plovdiv
    Destination location: Avtogara Yug
    Operated by: Arda TurArda Tur
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: March 21 at
    Departure city: Thessaloniki
    Departure location: Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ
    Arrival time: March 21 at
    Destination city: Plovdiv
    Destination location: Avtogara Yug
    Operated by: Arda TurArda Tur
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: March 21 at
    Departure city: Thessaloniki
    Departure location: Monastiriou
    Arrival time: March 21 at
    Destination city: Plovdiv
    Destination location: Avtogara Yug
    Operated by: InfobusInfobus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: March 21 at
    Departure city: Thessaloniki
    Departure location: Monastiriou
    Arrival time: March 21 at
    Destination city: Plovdiv
    Destination location: Avtogara Yug
    Operated by: Tourist Service HoldingTourist Service Holding
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Thessaloniki to Plovdiv: Trip Overview

Average Ticket Price$49
Average Bus Trip Duration7h 20m
Number of daily buses9
Earliest bus departure12:05am
Distance225 km
Latest bus departure11:45pm

Thessaloniki to Plovdiv Buses

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Thessaloniki - Plovdiv

  1. How long is the bus ride from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv?

    The typical travel time from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv by bus is around 7h 20m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 6h.

  2. How far is Thessaloniki from Plovdiv?

    Thessaloniki and Plovdiv are 227 km (141 miles) apart.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv?

    Buses departing from Κ. Τ. Ε. Λ in Thessaloniki will take you to Sever in Plovdiv.

  4. What is the cheapest way to get from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv?

    The least expensive way to go from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at $28, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv?

    The bus from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv will cost you $49, on average.

  6. Can I take an overnight bus from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv?

    Yes! If you're heading from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv, you'll find buses departing until 11:45pm and arriving the next day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
03-18
$45
03-19
$27
Today
$27
03-21
$36
03-22
$27
03-23
$27
03-24
No data
03-25
$27
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To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $27 to $64 for a bus ticket from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2025-03-23.

Usually Citylines, CITL - TSER will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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