How much is the bus ticket from Thessaloniki to Athens?

The cheapest bus tickets from Thessaloniki to Athens start at R 684. The average price for this route is around R 687. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Thessaloniki to Athens?

The average bus journey time from Thessaloniki to Athens is 7h, covering a distance of 305 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h and is operated by Maks Trans LTD .

Which bus companies service the Thessaloniki to Athens route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Thessaloniki to Athens?

The earliest bus departs from Thessaloniki to Athens at 22:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.

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

A bus trip from Thessaloniki to Athens produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Thessaloniki to Athens from R 637 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Thessaloniki to Athens on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:15	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	7h 45m	05:00	"Esperia Travel office", Athens	No tags
Bus	21:15	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	7h 45m	05:00	"Esperia Travel office", Athens	No tags
Bus	21:15	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	7h 45m	05:00	"Esperia Travel office", Athens	No tags
Bus	22:00	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	7h	05:00	Athens	No tags
Bus	21:15	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	7h 45m	05:00	"Esperia Travel office", Athens	No tags

Get from Thessaloniki to Athens

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours, and with fares starting at just R 684, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

7hAverage duration

305 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Thessaloniki and Athens?

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
Michail Kalou 16
Michail Kalou 16, Thessaloniki 546 29, Greece
F
Makedonya Şehirlerarası Otogarı
Monastiriou 63, Thessaloniki 546 27, Greece

Stops in Athens

A
Lagoumitzi str.
Lagoumitzi 63-65, Athina 117 44, Greece
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B
34-36 Akominatu str.
Akominatou 36, Athina 104 38, Greece
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C
Atheny
Ilia Iliou 68-70, Athina 117 44, Greece
D
Sidirodromon
Sidirodromon 1, Athina 104 44, Greece
E
Evelpidon
Evelpidon 11Α, Athina 113 62, Greece

Compare bus companies

Maks Trans LTD

Maks Trans LTD offers 1 daily buses from Thessaloniki to Athens. Though the average price for this trip is R 688, you can find tickets starting at R 684. The trip between the two cities usually takes about 420.

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Thessaloniki to Athens by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Thessaloniki to Athens?
The cheapest bus tickets from Thessaloniki to Athens start at R 684. The average price for this route is around R 687. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Thessaloniki to Athens?
The average bus journey time from Thessaloniki to Athens is 7h, covering a distance of 305 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h and is operated by Maks Trans LTD.
Which bus companies service the Thessaloniki to Athens route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Thessaloniki to Athens?
The earliest bus departs from Thessaloniki to Athens at 22:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Thessaloniki to Athens?
A bus trip from Thessaloniki to Athens produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.