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Wed2 Jul
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Cheap buses leaving today

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 3 July at
    Departure city: Sofia
    Departure location: Serdika
    Arrival time: 3 July at
    Destination city: Thessaloniki
    Destination location: Thessaloniki 28 Monastiriou Street
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 3 July at
    Departure city: Sofia
    Departure location: Sofia Central Bus Station
    Arrival time: 4 July at
    Destination city: Thessaloniki
    Destination location: Thessaloniki 28 Monastiriou Street
    Operated by: Union IvkoniUnion Ivkoni
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 July at
    Departure city: Sofia
    Departure location: Serdika
    Arrival time: 3 July at
    Destination city: Thessaloniki
    Destination location: Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ
    Operated by: Arda TurArda Tur
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 July at
    Departure city: Sofia
    Departure location: Serdika
    Arrival time: 3 July at
    Destination city: Thessaloniki
    Destination location: Monastiriou
    Operated by: Tourist Service HoldingTourist Service Holding
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 July at
    Departure city: Sofia
    Departure location: Sofia Central Bus Station
    Arrival time: 3 July at
    Destination city: Thessaloniki
    Destination location: Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station
    Operated by: Union IvkoniUnion Ivkoni
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Sofia to Thessaloniki: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$30
Average bus trip duration5h 15m
Number of daily buses15
Earliest bus departure07:00
Distance144 miles
Latest bus departure23:59

Sofia to Thessaloniki Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Thessaloniki from Sofia, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Sofia - Thessaloniki

  1. What's the distance between Sofia and Thessaloniki by coach?

    The journey from Sofia to Thessaloniki by coach covers an approximate distance of 145 miles (233 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Sofia to Thessaloniki without a car?

    The best way to go from Sofia to Thessaloniki without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
01/07
US$29
02/07
US$19
Today
US$14
04/07
US$17
05/07
US$14
06/07
US$14
07/07
US$12
08/07
US$12
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Sofia to Thessaloniki was searched and found on 8 Jul 2025 with a price of US$12

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

You can expect to pay from US$12 to US$66 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Thessaloniki based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$12, which is on 2025-07-08.

Usually Tourist Service Holding AD, Citylines 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

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Sofia to Thessaloniki.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Sofia to Thessaloniki, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Sofia to Thessaloniki.

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Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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

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