How much does a bus ticket cost in Greece?

Bus travel in Greece is one of the most affordable ways to get around. Prices vary depending on distance and route: Short trips between nearby cities are usually budget-friendly. In the last 12 months, the average ticket price for domestic routes was CLP 24,369. Long-distance journeys connecting major hubs are more expensive but still offer great value. International routes to neighbouring countries are higher priced but often cheaper than flights. Example fares in Greece: Thessaloniki ↔ Sofia (average: CLP 27,636 ) Thessaloniki ↔ Istanbul Europe (average: CLP 51,802 ) Athens ↔ Sofia (average: CLP 63,085 )

What is the best way to travel around Greece?

While you can choose from different transportation options, Buses and Ferries are usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore Greece: - Ferry: 897 routes - Bus: 341 routes

How do I book bus and train tickets in Greece?

Booking a bus or train ticket is simple and flexible: Online with Busbud, you can compare schedules and operators, reserve your seat in advance and pay securely by selecting your preferred method and currency. You can also download our App: Get it on Google Play , Download on the App Store .

Do I need cash, or can I pay by card in Greece?

When buying Bus or Train tickets in Greece with Busbud we accept the following payment methods: Currency: Euro (EUR) is the main currency.

How do I travel from Thessaloniki to Sofia by bus?

The bus is the most popular way to travel from Thessaloniki to Sofia Travel time: 5h 5m Ticket prices: From CLP 27,636 Frequency: 15 departures daily Recommended operators: FlixBus , Union Ivkoni , Arda Tur , Infobus , Karat-S , Grimaldi Lines , Openline , Simeonidis Tours , LIKEBUS , Skenderbeu shpk

How do I get from Greece to neighbouring countries by bus or train?

The buses connecting with major cities in neighbouring countries are: Thessaloniki ↔ Sofia, Bulgaria Thessaloniki ↔ Istanbul Europe, Turkey Athens ↔ Sofia, Bulgaria

What are the most popular airports in Greece?

You can find train and bus routes to and from some major airports. For example: Rhodes Airport , Kavala Airport , Athens Airport , Corfu International Airport , Heraklion International Airport "Nikos Kazantzakis"

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What are the most popular routes to Greece?

Route	Average price	Average duration	Daily departures
Thessaloniki - Sofia	Average priceCLP 27,636	Average duration5h 5m	Daily departures15
Thessaloniki - Istanbul Europe	Average priceCLP 51,802	Average duration9h 30m	Daily departures7
Athens - Sofia	Average priceCLP 63,085	Average duration11h 45m	Daily departures7
Athens - Tirana	Average priceCLP 51,259	Average duration13h	Daily departures2
Kremasti - Rhodes	Average priceCLP 3,424	Average duration18m	Daily departures77
Rhodes - Kremasti	Average priceCLP 3,424	Average duration19m	Daily departures75
Ialisos - Rhodes	Average priceCLP 3,424	Average duration13m	Daily departures76
Athens - Plovdiv	Average priceCLP 72,554	Average duration14h 30m	Daily departures5
Alexandroupoli - Istanbul Europe	Average priceCLP 29,799	Average duration4h 45m	Daily departures3
Thessaloniki - Plovdiv	Average priceCLP 33,296	Average duration7h 35m	Daily departures10

What popular bus companies operate in Greece?

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Frequently asked questions about travelling in Greece

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

How much does a bus ticket cost in Greece?
Bus travel in Greece is one of the most affordable ways to get around. Prices vary depending on distance and route: Short trips between nearby cities are usually budget-friendly. In the last 12 months, the average ticket price for domestic routes was CLP 24,369. Long-distance journeys connecting major hubs are more expensive but still offer great value. International routes to neighbouring countries are higher priced but often cheaper than flights.
Example fares in Greece:
Thessaloniki ↔ Sofia (average: CLP 27,636)
Thessaloniki ↔ Istanbul Europe (average: CLP 51,802)
Athens ↔ Sofia (average: CLP 63,085)
What is the best way to travel around Greece?
While you can choose from different transportation options, Buses and Ferries are usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore Greece:
- Ferry: 897 routes
- Bus: 341 routes
How do I book bus and train tickets in Greece?
Booking a bus or train ticket is simple and flexible: Online with Busbud, you can compare schedules and operators, reserve your seat in advance and pay securely by selecting your preferred method and currency. You can also download our App: Get it on Google Play, Download on the App Store.
Do I need cash, or can I pay by card in Greece?
When buying Bus or Train tickets in Greece with Busbud we accept the following payment methods:
Currency: Euro (EUR) is the main currency.
How do I travel from Thessaloniki to Sofia by bus?
The bus is the most popular way to travel from Thessaloniki to Sofia
Travel time: 5h 5m
Ticket prices: From CLP 27,636
Frequency: 15 departures daily
Recommended operators: FlixBus, Union Ivkoni, Arda Tur, Infobus, Karat-S, Grimaldi Lines, Openline, Simeonidis Tours, LIKEBUS, Skenderbeu shpk
How do I get from Greece to neighbouring countries by bus or train?
The buses connecting with major cities in neighbouring countries are:
Thessaloniki ↔ Sofia, Bulgaria
Thessaloniki ↔ Istanbul Europe, Turkey
Athens ↔ Sofia, Bulgaria
What are the most popular airports in Greece?
You can find train and bus routes to and from some major airports. For example: Rhodes Airport, Kavala Airport, Athens Airport, Corfu International Airport, Heraklion International Airport "Nikos Kazantzakis"