The cheapest and fastest coaches from Budapest to Thessaloniki
Cheapest price
£58
Average price
£64
Fastest journey
1 d 6 h 15 m
Average duration
1 d 10 h 43 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
824 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Budapest to Thessaloniki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Thessaloniki will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £58.
Of the 2 buses that leave Budapest for Thessaloniki every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 824 km distance in an average of 1 d 10 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 6 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 15 h 10 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 coach and flight for Budapest to Thessaloniki
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Thessaloniki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £48, and a flight costs an average of £25.
Distance: 824 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£81 Average Price Cheapest | £102 Average Price |
24h 0m Average total duration 23h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.8 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.5 - 4.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Budapest to Thessaloniki bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Thessaloniki coaches for today, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 03:25 Budapest | 30h00 | 09:25 Thessaloniki | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:00 Budapest | 18h00 | 03:00 Thessaloniki | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:00 Budapest | 39h25 | 09:25 Thessaloniki | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:15 Budapest | 39h10 | 09:25 Thessaloniki | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest to Thessaloniki
Buses from Budapest to Thessaloniki run on average 3 times per day, taking around 23h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £25 by flight.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:05, the last at 20:30. The fastest coach covers the 824 km distance in 16h 0m.
Distance 824 km |
Average bus duration 23h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 16h 0m |
First bus 01:05 |
Last bus 20:30 |
Bus providers: Infobus, FlixBus, Korona Travel, Siamos Tours, Travel Patrikalos from Budapest to ThessalonikiYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Thessaloniki with Infobus, FlixBus, Korona Travel, Siamos Tours, Travel Patrikalos for as low as £25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Budapest to Thessaloniki coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Thessaloniki by coach. 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 coach, 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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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Thessaloniki
- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Népliget (in the station)
- Gulyás Tér (0.5 km)
- Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 103, 254E, 901, 918 Metro: M3
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station)
- Bistro Budapest (0.5 km)
- Café Central (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 7, 103, 114, 213, 214 Metro: M4 Train: Suburban Railway
- 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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