- Must visit
Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki
The city’s main archaeological museum, presenting Macedonian gold, sculpture, pottery, and finds from ancient Thessaloniki.
Cheapest price on 10 Oct
£13
Average ticket price on 10 Oct
£20
Fastest journey on 10 Oct
4 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 10 Oct
4 h 54 m
Buses on 10 Oct
12
Distance
231 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sofia to Thessaloniki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Thessaloniki will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
On Sat 10 Oct, we found 12 buses from Sofia to Thessaloniki, including 12 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 231 km distance in an average of 4 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 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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0Buses from Sofia to Thessaloniki run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 231 km distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 231 km |
Average bus duration 5h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 0:01 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Thessaloniki coaches for today, Friday 9 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 7:10 София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 5h15 | 12:25 Thessaloniki, Monastiriou - KTEL (Θεσσαλονίκη, Μοναστηρίου - ΚΤΕΛ) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:31 Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) | 4h59 | 12:30 Thessaloniki, Station Monastiriou (Θεσσαλονίκηб, Στάση Μοναστηρίου) | 0 changesdirect | |
7599566 | 10:00 Sofia | 5h00 | 15:00 Thessaloniki | 0 changesdirect | |
7599566 | 10:00 Sofia | 4h55 | 14:55 Thessaloniki | 0 changesdirect | |
7613662 | 13:00 Sofia | 4h55 | 17:55 Thessaloniki | 0 changesdirect | |
7613662 | 13:00 Sofia | 5h30 | 18:30 Thessaloniki | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:00 Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) | 5h30 | 21:30 Thessaloniki, Station Monastiriou (Θεσσαλονίκηб, Στάση Μοναστηρίου) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:50 София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 4h40 | 22:30 Thessaloniki, Monastiriou - KTEL (Θεσσαλονίκη, Μοναστηρίου - ΚΤΕΛ) | 0 changesdirect | |
7621316 | 18:00 Sofia | 5h00 | 23:00 Thessaloniki | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:30 Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) | 5h00 | 0:30 Thessaloniki, Station Monastiriou (Θεσσαλονίκηб, Στάση Μοναστηρίου) | 0 changesdirect | |
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The city’s main archaeological museum, presenting Macedonian gold, sculpture, pottery, and finds from ancient Thessaloniki.
A rich survey of Byzantine art and daily life, with icons, mosaics, textiles, and thoughtfully curated permanent galleries.
A compact museum inside the White Tower tracing Thessaloniki’s urban history through multimedia and historical displays.
The city’s landmark seafront promenade, ideal for walking or cycling with sculpture, gardens, and open views across the bay.
A lively central square by the sea, framed by notable architecture and often used as the starting point for exploring the centre.
The old upper town with Ottoman and Macedonian houses, quiet lanes, small squares, and some of the best city viewpoints.
Layered baked dish of aubergine, minced meat and béchamel. A Greek classic widely loved in Thessaloniki tavernas and homes.
Sesame-crusted bread ring sold by street vendors and bakeries. It is Thessaloniki’s signature grab-and-go breakfast snack.
Rich slow-cooked tripe soup with garlic, vinegar and paprika. Traditionally eaten late at night and linked to northern Greek food culture.
Long-running pastry shop famed for bougatsa, savoury pies and Thessaloniki breakfast classics in a busy casual atmosphere.
Historic central taverna known for meze, seafood and classic Macedonian dishes in a lively old-school setting.
Popular sweet shop and café best known for trigona panoramatos, profiteroles and classic Greek desserts.
Moderate for Greece: rooms, tavernas and buses are usually cheaper than Athens and many Western European city breaks.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. Round up taxi fares; leave small change in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia 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.

Most Sofia to Thessaloniki buses use the Sofia (София) to Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη) station pair, with some services arriving at Thessaloniki, Station Monastiriou (Θεσσαλονίκηб, Στάση Μοναστηρίου). Use this guide to compare Sofia and Thessaloniki bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Sofia (София) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small cafes available nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Sofia (София). ATMs are aTM machines available onsite.
Ticket office support is available at Sofia (София).
Available at Sofia (София): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofia (София): Facilities are accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) is 1 km from Sofia city centre. Public transport options include:
Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Serdika (in the station), Bistro Bulgaria (0.2 km), Sofia Grill House (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика).
Available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика): Elevators, ramps.
Thessaloniki, Monastiriou - KTEL (Θεσσαλονίκη, Μοναστηρίου - ΚΤΕΛ) is 1 km from Thessaloniki city centre. Public transport options include:
Thessaloniki, Monastiriou - KTEL (Θεσσαλονίκη, Μοναστηρίου - ΚΤΕΛ) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Thessaloniki, Monastiriou - KTEL (Θεσσαλονίκη, Μοναστηρίου - ΚΤΕΛ).
Available at Thessaloniki, Monastiriou - KTEL (Θεσσαλονίκη, Μοναστηρίου - ΚΤΕΛ): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Thessaloniki, Monastiriou - KTEL (Θεσσαλονίκη, Μοναστηρίου - ΚΤΕΛ): Elevators, ramps.
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