How much is the bus ticket from Thessaloniki to Skopje?

The cheapest bus tickets from Thessaloniki to Skopje start from $65. The average price for this route is around $67. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Thessaloniki to Skopje?

The average bus travel time from Thessaloniki to Skopje is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 195 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Simeonidis Tours .

Which bus companies service the Thessaloniki to Skopje route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Thessaloniki to Skopje?

The earliest bus departs from Thessaloniki to Skopje at 8:30am. And the latest bus departs at 3:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Thessaloniki to Skopje?

A bus trip from Thessaloniki to Skopje generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus from Thessaloniki to Skopje starting at $59 | Compare & Save up to 10%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Thessaloniki to Skopje on March 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	8:30am	Thessaloniki Simeonidis Tours Office	4h 30m	12:00pm	Avtobuska	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Thessaloniki to Skopje on March 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	3:30pm	Thessaloniki Simeonidis Tours Office	5h 30m	8:00pm	Avtobuska	CheapestFastest

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Get from Thessaloniki to Skopje

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

5h 30mAverage Duration

195 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Thessaloniki and Skopje?

Stops in Thessaloniki

A
Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ
Leof. Dendropotamou, Ampelokipi Menemeni 546 28, Greece
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B
Monastiriou
Monastiriou 63, Thessaloniki 546 27, Greece
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C
Selanik Makedonya KTEL Otogarı
Selanik KTEL Bus Station, Giannitson 244, Thessaloniki 546 28, Greece
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D
Taskou Papageorgiou
Taskou Papageorgiou 5, Thessaloniki 546 31, Greece
E
Selanik (Yunanistan)
Michail Kalou 14, Thessaloniki 546 29, Greece
F
Port of Thessaloniki
Επιβατικός Τερματικός Σταθμός "Μακεδονία", Salaminos, Thessaloniki 546 26, Greece
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Stops in Skopje

A
Avtobuska
Skopje Central Bus Station, Skopje 1000, Macedonia (FYROM)
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Compare bus companies

Simeonidis Tours

4/540 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi2.5

Users have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting professional check-in processes and friendly staff. The journey was smooth and convenient, featuring ample toilet breaks and timely arrivals. However, a concern was noted when a driver briefly smoked on the bus. Overall, travelers appreciated their safe and pleasant trips.

Simeonidis Tours Thessaloniki Skopje recent customer reviews

It was smooth and convenient. There were ample toilet breaks and the journey finished well before time.

Jaya J.

May 12, 2025

Rustige chauffeur, die ook de paspoort controle aan de grens voor zijn rekening neemt. Aangename rit gehad, met 2 10minuten stops.

Patrick M.

June 25, 2024

Checking in was fast and professional. I didn’t like it when the driver lit up a cigarette in the bus. Granted it was only a minute, but it was obnoxious.

Yves L.

August 23, 2023

MK bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Thessaloniki to Skopje by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Thessaloniki to Skopje?
The cheapest bus tickets from Thessaloniki to Skopje start from $65. The average price for this route is around $67. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Thessaloniki to Skopje?
The average bus travel time from Thessaloniki to Skopje is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 195 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Simeonidis Tours.
Which bus companies service the Thessaloniki to Skopje route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Thessaloniki to Skopje?
The earliest bus departs from Thessaloniki to Skopje at 8:30am. And the latest bus departs at 3:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Thessaloniki to Skopje?
A bus trip from Thessaloniki to Skopje generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

03-11

$60

03-12

$59

Today

$59

03-14

$60

03-15

No data

03-16

$59

03-17

$59

03-18

$60

The cheapest trip from Thessaloniki to Skopje was searched and found on Mar 17, 2026 with a price of $59

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

You can expect to pay from $59 to $60 for a bus ticket from Thessaloniki to Skopje based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $59 which is on 2026-03-17.