The cheapest and fastest coaches from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 38 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
226 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
Of the 8 buses that leave Plovdiv for Thessaloniki every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 226 km distance in an average of 7 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 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.
4:308h30Plovdiv, Avtogara Yug (Пловдив, Автогара Юг)13:00Thessaloniki, Station Monastiriou (Θεσσαλονίκηб, Στάση Μοναστηρίου)£281One-way0 changes
651888613:458h45Plovdiv (Пловдив)22:30Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη)£301One-way0 changes
683596010:308h00Plovdiv (Пловдив)18:30Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη)£301One-way0 changes
70041217:407h15Plovdiv (Пловдив)14:55Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη)£301One-way0 changes
70041217:407h20Plovdiv (Пловдив)15:00Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη)£301One-way0 changes
70041217:407h15Plovdiv (Пловдив)14:55Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη)£301One-way0 changes
70041217:407h20Plovdiv (Пловдив)15:00Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη)£301One-way0 changes
683596010:307h25Plovdiv (Пловдив)17:55Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη)£301One-way0 changes
683596010:308h00Plovdiv (Пловдив)18:30Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη)£301One-way0 changes
700510614:508h10Plovdiv (Пловдив)23:00Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη)£321One-way0 changes
Live departures
Plovdiv to Thessaloniki bus times
The table below shows live departures for Plovdiv to Thessaloniki coaches for tomorrow, Monday 25 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:30 Plovdiv, Avtogara Yug (Пловдив, Автогара Юг) | 8h30 | 13:00 Thessaloniki, Station Monastiriou (Θεσσαλονίκηб, Στάση Μοναστηρίου) | 0 changesdirect | |
7004121 | 7:40 Plovdiv (Пловдив) | 7h20 | 15:00 Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη) | 0 changesdirect | |
7004121 | 7:40 Plovdiv (Пловдив) | 7h15 | 14:55 Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη) | 0 changesdirect | |
6835960 | 10:30 Plovdiv (Пловдив) | 8h00 | 18:30 Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη) | 0 changesdirect | |
6835960 | 10:30 Plovdiv (Пловдив) | 7h25 | 17:55 Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη) | 0 changesdirect | |
6518886 | 13:45 Plovdiv (Пловдив) | 9h00 | 22:45 Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη) | 0 changesdirect | |
6518886 | 13:45 Plovdiv (Пловдив) | 8h45 | 22:30 Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη) | 0 changesdirect | |
7005106 | 14:50 Plovdiv (Пловдив) | 8h10 | 23:00 Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki
Buses from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 226 km distance in 7h 15m.
Distance 226 km |
Average bus duration 8h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 7h 15m |
First bus 0:01 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month May |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: ArdaTur, City Lines, Infobus, Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni, FlixBus from Plovdiv to ThessalonikiYou can travel by bus between Plovdiv to Thessaloniki with ArdaTur, City Lines, Infobus, Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni, FlixBus for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Plovdiv to Thessaloniki coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plovdiv 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.

- City Lines
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- ArdaTur
- Passengers with disabilities receive discounts and priority seating, and folding wheelchairs are transported free of charge with advance registration.
- 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.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a 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.
- City Lines
- One carry-on bag up to 8kg (55x35x25) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- ArdaTur
- One piece of hand luggage up to 15 kg and two pieces of checked luggage up to 35 kg each are included.
- City Lines
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- ArdaTur
- Additional baggage or cargo is accepted for transport if there is free space and for a separate charge.
- 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.
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