The cheapest and fastest buses from Skopje to Thessaloniki
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€24
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
197 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Skopje to Thessaloniki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Skopje to Thessaloniki will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
Of the 1 buses that leave Skopje for Thessaloniki on Mon, Dec 01, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 01 the direct buses cover the 197 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
On Mon, Dec 01 the slowest buses will take 4 h 45 m 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Skopje to Thessaloniki
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Skopje to Thessaloniki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €1. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €1, and a flight costs an average of €86.
Distance: 197 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€13 Average price Cheapest | €328 Average price |
4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 55m Average total duration 13h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Skopje to Thessaloniki
Buses from Skopje to Thessaloniki run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €1 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:30, the last at 15:30. The fastest bus covers the 197 km distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 197 km |
Average bus duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €1 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 35m |
First bus 08:30 |
Last bus 15:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Simeonidis Tours, Rule Turs from Skopje to ThessalonikiYou can travel by bus between Skopje to Thessaloniki with FlixBus, Simeonidis Tours, Rule Turs for as low as €1. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Skopje to Thessaloniki
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Skopje 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.

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