How much is the bus ticket from Thessaloniki to Skopje?

The cheapest bus tickets from Thessaloniki to Skopje start at R 793. The average price for this route is around R 798. 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 Skopje?

The average bus journey time from Thessaloniki to Skopje is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 195 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Simeonidis Tours .

Which bus companies service the Thessaloniki to Skopje 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 Skopje?

The earliest bus departs from Thessaloniki to Skopje at 08:30. And the latest bus departs at 15:30.

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

A bus trip from Thessaloniki to Skopje produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus from Thessaloniki to Skopje from R 722 | Compare & Save up to 10%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Thessaloniki to Skopje on 8 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	08:30	Thessaloniki Simeonidis Tours Office	4h 30m	12:00	Avtobuska	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Thessaloniki to Skopje on 9 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	15:30	Thessaloniki Simeonidis Tours Office	5h 30m	20:00	Avtobuska	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:37 PM EET.

Get from Thessaloniki to Skopje

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 793, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

5h 30mAverage duration

195 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Thessaloniki and Skopje?

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 Skopje

A
Avtobuska
Skopje Central Bus Station, Skopje 1000, Macedonia (FYROM)
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B
Skopje Airport
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Compare bus companies

Simeonidis Tours

4/540 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi2.5

Users have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting professional check-in processes and friendly staff. The journey was smooth and convenient, featuring ample toilet breaks and timely arrivals. However, a concern was noted when a driver briefly smoked on the bus. Overall, travelers appreciated their safe and pleasant trips.

Simeonidis Tours Thessaloniki Skopje recent customer reviews

It was smooth and convenient. There were ample toilet breaks and the journey finished well before time.

Jaya J.

12 May 2025

Rustige chauffeur, die ook de paspoort controle aan de grens voor zijn rekening neemt. Aangename rit gehad, met 2 10minuten stops.

Patrick M.

25 June 2024

Checking in was fast and professional. I didn’t like it when the driver lit up a cigarette in the bus. Granted it was only a minute, but it was obnoxious.

Yves L.

23 August 2023

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Thessaloniki to Skopje 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 Skopje?
The cheapest bus tickets from Thessaloniki to Skopje start at R 793. The average price for this route is around R 798. 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 Skopje?
The average bus journey time from Thessaloniki to Skopje is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 195 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Simeonidis Tours.
Which bus companies service the Thessaloniki to Skopje 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 Skopje?
The earliest bus departs from Thessaloniki to Skopje at 08:30. And the latest bus departs at 15:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Thessaloniki to Skopje?
A bus trip from Thessaloniki to Skopje produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

04/12

R 722

05/12

R 722

Today

R 722

07/12

No data

08/12

R 726

09/12

R 726

10/12

R 723

11/12

R 725

The cheapest trip from Thessaloniki to Skopje was searched and found on 06 Dec 2025 with a price of R 722

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

You can expect to pay from R 722 to R 726 for a bus ticket from Thessaloniki to Skopje based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 723, which is on 2025-12-10.