The cheapest and fastest buses from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki
Cheapest price
€28
Average price
€31
Fastest journey
7 h 25 m
Average duration
8 h 20 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
226 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki will cost around €31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
Of the 5 buses that leave Plovdiv for Thessaloniki on Sat, Jan 31, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 31 the direct buses cover the 226 km distance in an average of 8 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 25 m .
On Sat, Jan 31 the slowest buses will take 9 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Plovdiv to Thessaloniki bus times
The table below shows live departures for Plovdiv to Thessaloniki buses for tomorrow, Saturday, January 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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6518576 | 8:30 AM Plovdiv | 8h00 | 4:30 PM Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6518576 | 8:30 AM Plovdiv | 7h25 | 3:55 PM Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6528239 | 11:45 AM Plovdiv | 8h45 | 8:30 PM Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6528239 | 11:45 AM Plovdiv | 9h00 | 8:45 PM Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6394335 | 1:45 PM Plovdiv | 8h30 | 10:15 PM Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη) | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki
Buses from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 226 km distance in 6h 55m.
Distance 226 km |
Average bus duration 7h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 55m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: City Lines, Ourbus, ArdaTur, Infobus, Citylines, Union Ivkoni - Unibus, FlixBus from Plovdiv to ThessalonikiYou can travel by bus between Plovdiv to Thessaloniki with City Lines, Ourbus, ArdaTur, Infobus, Citylines, Union Ivkoni - Unibus, FlixBus for as low as €21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
City Lines
Infobus
FlixBus
Ourbus
ArdaTur
Citylines
Union Ivkoni - Unibus
FAQs: Bus from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Thessaloniki, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- City Lines
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- ArdaTur
- Passengers with disabilities receive discounts and priority seating, and folding wheelchairs are transported free of charge with advance registration.
- Ourbus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- City Lines
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 20% fee.
- ArdaTur
- Cancellation policies vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, with refunds ranging from 50% to 100% depending on the time before departure, and no refunds for cancellations less than 24 hours prior.
- Ourbus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- City Lines
- One carry-on bag up to 8kg (55x35x25) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- ArdaTur
- One piece of hand luggage up to 15 kg and two pieces of checked luggage up to 35 kg each are included.
- Ourbus
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- City Lines
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- ArdaTur
- Additional baggage or cargo is accepted for transport if there is free space and for a separate charge.
- Ourbus
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- City Lines
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 12, 31 Train: Thessaloniki Railway Station
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