Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station | Autogara Militari | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Thessaloniki 28 Monastiriou Street | Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station | Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Thessaloniki 28 Monastiriou Street | Autogara Militari | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:55 PM EET.
Get from Thessaloniki to Bucharest
The journey takes about 15 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 401, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Thessaloniki and Bucharest?
Stops in Thessaloniki
- A
Taskou Papageorgiou
Taskou Papageorgiou 5, Thessaloniki 546 31, Greece - BLeof. Dendropotamou, Ampelokipi Menemeni 546 28, Greece
- CMonastiriou 63, Thessaloniki 546 27, Greece
- D
Selanik Makedonya KTEL Otogarı
Selanik KTEL Bus Station, Giannitson 244, Thessaloniki 546 28, Greece - E
Michail Kalou 16
Michail Kalou 16, Thessaloniki 546 29, Greece - F
Makedonya Şehirlerarası Otogarı
Monastiriou 63, Thessaloniki 546 27, Greece
Stops in Bucharest
- A
Rahova
Șoseaua Alexandriei 164, București, Romania - BStrada Valea Cascadelor 2, București, Romania
- DAutogara Filaret, Str. Piata Garii Filaret, nr. 1, Bükreş, Romanya
- E
Bükreş Filaret Otogar (Bucureşti Filaret)
Strada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, Bükreş / Romanya - F
Piata Natiunile Unite
Calea Victoriei nr. 2, București 030167, Romania
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Thessaloniki to Bucharest 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 Bucharest?
The cheapest bus tickets from Thessaloniki to Bucharest start at R 401. The average price for this route is around R 563. 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 Bucharest?
The average bus journey time from Thessaloniki to Bucharest is 15h 20m, covering a distance of 492 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 30m and is operated by LIKEBUS.
Which bus companies service the Thessaloniki to Bucharest route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Union Ivkoni, LIKEBUS, FlixBus, Maks Trans LTD.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Thessaloniki to Bucharest?
The earliest bus departs from Thessaloniki to Bucharest at 01:15. And the latest bus departs at 17:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Thessaloniki to Bucharest?
A bus trip from Thessaloniki to Bucharest produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Thessaloniki to Bucharest?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is LIKEBUS, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Thessaloniki to Bucharest?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company LIKEBUS has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Thessaloniki to Bucharest?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Thessaloniki to Bucharest?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is LIKEBUS, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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 Thessaloniki to Bucharest was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 580To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Thessaloniki to Bucharest as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 580 to R 1 287 for a bus ticket from Thessaloniki to Bucharest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 740, which is on 2025-12-18.
Usually FlixBus 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.
