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Compare all timetables for the bus from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki from various bus operators like Union Ivkoni, Arda Tur or Tourist Service Holding for the next days.
today
tomorrow
from $16
Tuesday
Wednesday
from $16
Thursday
Friday
from $21
Saturday

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Union Ivkoni
    8h 30m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Plovdiv
    Bus station
    2:00 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $16
  • Union Ivkoni
    8h 30m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Plovdiv
    Bus station
    2:00 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $17
  • Arda Tur
    7h 10m
    0
    7:40 AM
    Plovdiv
    Bus station
    2:50 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $30
  • Arda Tur
    7h 25m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Plovdiv
    Bus station
    5:55 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $30
  • Citylines
    8h 10m
    0
    2:50 PM
    Plovdiv
    Bus station
    11:00 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Citylines
    Economy
    $36

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Union Ivkoni
    8h 30m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Plovdiv
    Bus station
    2:00 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $16
  • Union Ivkoni
    8h 15m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Plovdiv
    Bus station
    1:45 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $16
  • Arda Tur
    7h 10m
    0
    7:40 AM
    Plovdiv
    Bus station
    2:50 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $30
  • Arda Tur
    7h 25m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Plovdiv
    Bus station
    5:55 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $30
  • Citylines
    8h 10m
    0
    2:50 PM
    Plovdiv
    Bus station
    11:00 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Citylines
    Economy
    $36

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Union Ivkoni
    8h 30m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Plovdiv
    Bus station
    2:00 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $21
  • Ilias Travel
    7h 55m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Plovdiv
    Bus station
    12:25 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Ilias Travel
    Basic
    $24
  • Arda Tur
    7h 10m
    0
    7:40 AM
    Plovdiv
    Bus station
    2:50 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $30
  • Citylines
    8h 10m
    0
    2:50 PM
    Plovdiv
    Bus station
    11:00 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Citylines
    Economy
    $35
  • Tourist Service Holding
    8h 10m
    0
    2:50 PM
    Plovdiv
    Bus station
    11:00 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Tourist Service Holding
    Economy
    $38
  • Did you know that if you travel from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki via Sofia, you can save more than $2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Omio
      7h 45m
      0
      6:00 PM
      Plovdiv
      Bus station
      8:20 PM
      Sofia
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Omio
      Economy
      $9
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • Bookaway
      5h 15m
      0
      8:30 PM
      Sofia
      Central Bus Station
      1:45 AM
      Thessaloniki
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Bookaway
      Economy
      $10
    Travel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save $2

Frequency of bus connections between Plovdiv and Thessaloniki

See here how frequent the connections between Plovdiv and Thessaloniki are, during different times and days of the week.
Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 12 daily buses from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 8 daily coaches between Plovdiv and Thessaloniki.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 24 buses from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Plovdiv and Thessaloniki, with 6 offers.

Facts about the bus from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki

Compare all providers like Union Ivkoni, Arda Tur and Tourist Service Holding that travel 10 times every day by bus from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki in one click! Book your bus ticket from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki starting from $16!

Cheapest Bus $16
Fastest Bus 7h 10m
Earliest Bus 7:40 AM
Latest Bus 5:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes 10 Ø
Distance 139.5 miles
Bus Companies Union Ivkoni, Arda Tur, Tourist Service Holding, Citylines and Ilias Travel

Cheapest bus connections from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki

Every day, 10 buses from 5 bus companies leave Plovdiv for Thessaloniki: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/19/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 01/19
Monday 01/20
$17
Tuesday 01/21
Wednesday 01/22
$17
Thursday 01/23
Friday 01/24
$24
Saturday 01/25
Sunday 01/26
$30
Monday 01/27
Tuesday 01/28
Wednesday 01/29
Thursday 01/30
Friday 01/31
Saturday 02/01
Sunday 02/02
Monday 02/03
Tuesday 02/04
Wednesday 02/05
Thursday 02/06
Friday 02/07
Saturday 02/08
Sunday 02/09
Monday 02/10
Tuesday 02/11
Wednesday 02/12
Thursday 02/13
Friday 02/14
Saturday 02/15

The cheapest time to travel from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $16, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $21.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki, with $16. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $30.

How to save money travelling from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki

These are the most booked bus companies between Plovdiv to Thessaloniki from our users.

Arda Tur from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki

Arda Tur

Here you will find the key facts about the Arda Tur bus route Plovdiv to Thessaloniki:

Cheapest Price $30
Fastest Bus 7h 10m
Earliest Bus 7:40 AM
Last Bus 1:45 PM
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 1/15/2025

All bus stations and stops in Plovdiv and Thessaloniki

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Plovdiv and Thessaloniki.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki? Or which bus companies serve the route Plovdiv to Thessaloniki? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Plovdiv to Thessaloniki bus

How much does a Plovdiv Thessaloniki bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $16 and takes 8h 30m to reach Thessaloniki. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki?

This route is offered by 5 companies with a range of ticket prices between $16 and $38. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Thessaloniki.

On average, how many connections are available from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki each day?

Every day, the Plovdiv to Thessaloniki bus route is served by approximately 10 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki take?

The fastest bus from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki is offered by Arda Tur and takes 7h 10m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $30. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki?

The earliest bus arriving in Thessaloniki from Plovdiv starts at 7:40 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki?

The latest bus trip departing from Plovdiv for Thessaloniki starts at 5:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Plovdiv Thessaloniki route?

When traveling by bus from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki, passengers can travel with Union Ivkoni, Arda Tur and Tourist Service Holding. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Plovdiv and Thessaloniki?

You can check all the direct connections between Plovdiv and Thessaloniki by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Union Ivkoni, Arda Tur and Tourist Service Holding.

What can I take with me on the Plovdiv to Thessaloniki bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Plovdiv Thessaloniki bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Plovdiv Thessaloniki bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Plovdiv to Thessaloniki

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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