How much does a bus ticket from Thessaloniki to Varna cost?

The bus ticket price from Thessaloniki to Varna starts at R 872. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Thessaloniki to Varna is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Thessaloniki to Varna?

The average travel time between Thessaloniki and Varna is around 14h 15m, although the fastest bus will take about 14h. This is the time it takes to travel the 503 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Thessaloniki and Varna?

The number of buses from Thessaloniki to Varna can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Thessaloniki to Varna by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Thessaloniki to Varna?

When taking the bus from Thessaloniki to Varna, you can travel comfortably and safely with Arda Tur, Infobus, Karat-S.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Thessaloniki to Varna?

Buses travelling between Thessaloniki and Varna leave from Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ or Selanik Makedonya KTEL Otogarı and arrive at Central Bus Station Varna, Varna Bus Station.

Bus Thessaloniki to Varna from R 822 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Thessaloniki to Varna on 5 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		00:05	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	14h 25m	14:30	Central Bus Station Varna	Cheapest
		00:30	O.C.E. Railway Station	14h	14:30	Central Bus Station Varna	Fastest

Next departures from Thessaloniki to Varna on 6 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		00:05	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	14h 25m	14:30	Central Bus Station Varna	Cheapest
		00:30	O.C.E. Railway Station	14h	14:30	Central Bus Station Varna	Fastest

Next departures from Thessaloniki to Varna on 7 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
00:05	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	14h 25m	14:30	Central Bus Station Varna	Cheapest
00:30	O.C.E. Railway Station	14h	14:30	Central Bus Station Varna	Fastest
23:45	Selanik Makedonya KTEL Otogarı	14h 15m	14:00	Varna Central Bus Station	No tags
23:45	Selanik Makedonya KTEL Otogarı	14h 15m	14:00	Varna Central Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:28 AM EET.

Get from Thessaloniki to Varna

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 14 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 872, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

14h 15mAverage duration

502 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Thessaloniki to Varna: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceR 878

Average bus trip duration14h 15m

Number of daily buses2

Earliest bus departure00:05

Distance502 km

Latest bus departure23:45

Compare bus companies

Arda Tur

3/5255 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi1.6

Infobus

4/5490 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.8

Karat-S

4/5279 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi2

FlixBus

3.5/511 182 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Thessaloniki to Varna Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Thessaloniki and Varna?

Stops in Thessaloniki

A - Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ

B - Selanik Makedonya KTEL Otogarı

C - Monastiriou

D - Taskou Papageorgiou

E - Michail Kalou 16

F - Makedonya Şehirlerarası Otogarı

Stops in Varna

A - Central Bus Station Varna

B - Varna Bus Station

Frequently asked questions on the trip Thessaloniki - Varna

How much does a bus ticket from Thessaloniki to Varna cost?
The bus ticket price from Thessaloniki to Varna starts at R 872. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Thessaloniki to Varna is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Thessaloniki to Varna?
The average travel time between Thessaloniki and Varna is around 14h 15m, although the fastest bus will take about 14h. This is the time it takes to travel the 503 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Thessaloniki and Varna?
The number of buses from Thessaloniki to Varna can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Thessaloniki to Varna by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Thessaloniki to Varna?
When taking the bus from Thessaloniki to Varna, you can travel comfortably and safely with Arda Tur, Infobus, Karat-S.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Thessaloniki to Varna?
Buses travelling between Thessaloniki and Varna leave from Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ or Selanik Makedonya KTEL Otogarı and arrive at Central Bus Station Varna, Varna Bus Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

02/11

R 832

03/11

No data

Today

R 830

05/11

R 822

06/11

R 824

07/11

R 824

08/11

No data

09/11

R 835

The cheapest trip from Thessaloniki to Varna was searched and found on 05 Nov 2025 with a price of R 822

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

You can expect to pay from R 822 to R 1 056 for a bus ticket from Thessaloniki to Varna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 822, which is on 2025-11-05.

Usually Infobus 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

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Thessaloniki to Varna but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Thessaloniki to Varna, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Thessaloniki to Varna.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Thessaloniki to Varna, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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