Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Athens Chiou | Selanik Makedonya KTEL Otogarı | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Karolou str. | Selanik Makedonya KTEL Otogarı | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 23:17 EEST.
Get from Athens to Thessaloniki
The journey takes about 19 hours, and with fares starting at just €59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Athens and Thessaloniki?
Stops in Athens
- AAkominatou 36, Athina 104 38, Greece
- BLagoumitzi 63-65, Athina 117 44, Greece
- CIlia Iliou 68-70, Athina 117 44, Greece
- D
Sidirodromon
Sidirodromon 1, Athina 104 44, Greece - E
Evelpidon
Evelpidon 11Α, Athina 113 62, Greece
Stops in Thessaloniki
- A
Selanik Makedonya KTEL Otogarı
Selanik KTEL Bus Station, Giannitson 244, Thessaloniki 546 28, Greece - BLeof. Dendropotamou, Ampelokipi Menemeni 546 28, Greece
- CMonastiriou 63, Thessaloniki 546 27, Greece
- DTaskou Papageorgiou 5, Thessaloniki 546 31, Greece
- E
Selanik (Yunanistan)
Michail Kalou 14, Thessaloniki 546 29, Greece - FΕπιβατικός Τερματικός Σταθμός "Μακεδονία", Salaminos, Thessaloniki 546 26, Greece
Compare bus companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Athens to Thessaloniki
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Athens to Thessaloniki?
The cheapest coach tickets from Athens to Thessaloniki start from €59. The average price for this route is around €73. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Athens to Thessaloniki?
The average bus journey time from Athens to Thessaloniki is 19h, covering a distance of 305 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 50m and is operated by Maks Trans LTD.
Which bus companies service the Athens to Thessaloniki route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Ilias Travel, Union Ivkoni, Maks Trans LTD.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Athens to Thessaloniki?
The earliest bus departs from Athens to Thessaloniki at 17:30. And the latest bus departs at 18:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Athens to Thessaloniki?
A bus journey from Athens to Thessaloniki produces an estimated 7.6028 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Athens to Thessaloniki?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Maks Trans LTD, with an average rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Athens to Thessaloniki?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Union Ivkoni has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 0.9.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Athens to Thessaloniki?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Union Ivkoni, with a punctuality rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Athens to Thessaloniki?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Maks Trans LTD, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Athens to Thessaloniki was searched and found on 24 May 2026 with a price of €85To 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 €85 to €86 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 €85, which is on 2026-05-24.
