The cheapest and fastest coaches from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
7 h 13 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
226 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
Of the 5 buses that leave Thessaloniki for Plovdiv every day 5 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 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 30 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.
69425548:157h15Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη)15:30Plovdiv (Пловдив)£291One-way0 changes
725267315:107h20Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη)22:30Plovdiv (Пловдив)£291One-way0 changes
69425548:007h30Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη)15:30Plovdiv (Пловдив)£291One-way0 changes
725267315:307h00Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη)22:30Plovdiv (Пловдив)£291One-way0 changes
71879292:007h00Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη)9:00Plovdiv (Пловдив)£311One-way0 changes
71879292:007h00Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη)9:00Plovdiv (Пловдив)£311One-way0 changes
725267315:307h00Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη)22:30Plovdiv (Пловдив)£291One-way0 changes
69425548:157h15Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη)15:30Plovdiv (Пловдив)£291One-way0 changes
725267315:107h20Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη)22:30Plovdiv (Пловдив)£291One-way0 changes
69425548:007h30Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη)15:30Plovdiv (Пловдив)£291One-way0 changes
Live departures
Thessaloniki to Plovdiv bus times
The table below shows live departures for Thessaloniki to Plovdiv coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7187929 | 2:00 Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη) | 7h00 | 9:00 Plovdiv (Пловдив) | 0 changesdirect | |
6942554 | 8:00 Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη) | 7h30 | 15:30 Plovdiv (Пловдив) | 0 changesdirect | |
6942554 | 8:15 Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη) | 7h15 | 15:30 Plovdiv (Пловдив) | 0 changesdirect | |
7252673 | 15:10 Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη) | 7h20 | 22:30 Plovdiv (Пловдив) | 0 changesdirect | |
7252673 | 15:30 Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη) | 7h00 | 22:30 Plovdiv (Пловдив) | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv
Buses from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 226 km distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 226 km |
Average bus duration 7h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 7h 0m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 3 days |
Bus providers: ArdaTur, City Lines, Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, Citylines from Thessaloniki to PlovdivYou can travel by bus between Thessaloniki to Plovdiv with ArdaTur, City Lines, Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, Citylines for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Thessaloniki to Plovdiv coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv 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 Plovdiv, 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.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 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.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 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.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 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.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Thessaloniki and Plovdiv
Most Thessaloniki to Plovdiv buses use the Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη) to Plovdiv, Avtogara Yug (Пловдив, Автогара Юг) station pair, with some services arriving at Plovdiv, Avtogara Yug (Пловдив, Автогара Юг). Use this guide to compare Thessaloniki and Plovdiv bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη) from Thessaloniki city centre
Getting to Plovdiv, Avtogara Yug (Пловдив, Автогара Юг) from Plovdiv city centre
Getting to Пловдив, Централна гара (Plovdiv, Tsentralna gara) from Plovdiv city centre
Most popular bus connections from Thessaloniki
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