Bus Ruse to Thessaloniki - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Ruse to Thessaloniki

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Ruse to Thessaloniki from various bus operators like Tourist Service Holding or Union Ivkoni for the next days.

today

$46

tomorrow

Wednesday

Thursday

$46

Friday

Saturday

$30

Sunday

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Tourist Service Holding	11h 0m	12:00 PM	Ruse	Central bus station	11:00 PM	Thessaloniki	Makedonia Bus Station		Basic	$46	A Bus from Tourist Service Holding goes from Central bus station, Ruse (Bulgaria) at 4/20/2026 12:00:00 PM to Makedonia Bus Station, Thessaloniki (Greece) arriving at 4/20/2026 11:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Tourist Service Holding	11h 0m	12:00 PM	Ruse	Central bus station	11:00 PM	Thessaloniki	Makedonia Bus Station		Basic	$46	A Bus from Tourist Service Holding goes from Central bus station, Ruse (Bulgaria) at 4/23/2026 12:00:00 PM to Makedonia Bus Station, Thessaloniki (Greece) arriving at 4/23/2026 11:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m
	Tourist Service Holding	10h 55m	12:30 PM	Ruse	Central bus station	11:25 PM	Thessaloniki	Central Bus Station		Basic	$46	A Bus from Tourist Service Holding goes from Central bus station, Ruse (Bulgaria) at 4/23/2026 12:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Thessaloniki (Greece) arriving at 4/23/2026 11:25:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 55m

Did you know that if you travel from Ruse to Thessaloniki via Sofia, you can save more than $14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Grup Plus
  
  10h 55m
  
  0
  
  1:00 PM
  
  Ruse
  Central bus station
  
  6:05 PM
  
  Sofia
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Basic
  
  $18
  
  A Bus from Grup Plus goes from Central bus station, Ruse (Bulgaria) at 4/23/2026 1:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 4/23/2026 6:05:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m
- Union Ivkoni
  
  4h 55m
  
  0
  
  7:00 PM
  
  Sofia
  Central Bus Station
  
  11:55 PM
  
  Thessaloniki
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Basic
  
  $14
  
  A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 4/23/2026 7:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Thessaloniki (Greece) arriving at 4/23/2026 11:55:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $14

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Union Ivkoni	11h 29m	1:31 AM	Ruse	Central bus station	1:00 PM	Thessaloniki	Central Bus Station	Basic	$30	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central bus station, Ruse (Bulgaria) at 4/25/2026 1:31:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Thessaloniki (Greece) arriving at 4/25/2026 1:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 29m
Union Ivkoni	11h 39m	1:31 AM	Ruse	Central bus station	1:10 PM	Thessaloniki	Makedonia Bus Station	Basic	$30	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central bus station, Ruse (Bulgaria) at 4/25/2026 1:31:00 AM to Makedonia Bus Station, Thessaloniki (Greece) arriving at 4/25/2026 1:10:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 39m
Tourist Service Holding	11h 0m	12:00 PM	Ruse	Central bus station	11:00 PM	Thessaloniki	Makedonia Bus Station	Basic	$46	A Bus from Tourist Service Holding goes from Central bus station, Ruse (Bulgaria) at 4/25/2026 12:00:00 PM to Makedonia Bus Station, Thessaloniki (Greece) arriving at 4/25/2026 11:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m
Tourist Service Holding	10h 55m	12:30 PM	Ruse	Central bus station	11:25 PM	Thessaloniki	Central Bus Station	Basic	$46	A Bus from Tourist Service Holding goes from Central bus station, Ruse (Bulgaria) at 4/25/2026 12:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Thessaloniki (Greece) arriving at 4/25/2026 11:25:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 55m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Ruse to Thessaloniki is $29 on 4/22/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Ruse and Thessaloniki

See here how frequent the connections between Ruse and Thessaloniki are, during different times and days of the week.

Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily buses from Ruse to Thessaloniki. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Ruse and Thessaloniki.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 6 buses from Ruse to Thessaloniki, while Night sees the fewest connections between Ruse and Thessaloniki, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Ruse to Thessaloniki

Compare all providers like Tourist Service Holding and Union Ivkoni that travel 2 times every day by bus from Ruse to Thessaloniki in one click! Book your bus ticket from Ruse to Thessaloniki starting from $29!

Cheapest Bus	$29
Fastest Bus	10h 55m
Earliest Bus	12:00 PM
Latest Bus	12:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	2 Ø
Distance	269.8 miles
Bus Companies	Tourist Service Holding and Union Ivkoni

Cheapest bus connections from Ruse to Thessaloniki

Every day, 2 buses from 2 bus companies leave Ruse for Thessaloniki: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/20/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 04/19

Monday 04/20

$46

Tuesday 04/21

Wednesday 04/22

$29

Thursday 04/23

$29

Friday 04/24

$29

Saturday 04/25

$30

Sunday 04/26

Monday 04/27

$46

Tuesday 04/28

Wednesday 04/29

Thursday 04/30

$46

Friday 05/01

Saturday 05/02

$46

Sunday 05/03

Monday 05/04

$29

Tuesday 05/05

Wednesday 05/06

Thursday 05/07

Friday 05/08

Saturday 05/09

$46

Sunday 05/10

Monday 05/11

$46

Tuesday 05/12

$29

Wednesday 05/13

$29

Thursday 05/14

$46

Friday 05/15

$37

Saturday 05/16

The cheapest time to travel from Ruse to Thessaloniki

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Ruse to Thessaloniki, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $29, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Ruse to Thessaloniki. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $30.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Ruse to Thessaloniki, with $29. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $46.

How to save money travelling from Ruse 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 Ruse 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 Ruse 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 Ruse to Thessaloniki are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Ruse and Thessaloniki

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

Central bus station

bul. "Tsar Osvoboditel" 156

Iztok Bus Stop

Ivan Vedar Str 10

Brani Family Hotel

Central Bus Station

Monastiriou 63

Makedonia Bus Station

Station Makedonia

Port

Aristotle Square

Sintribani Bus Station

Service and Comfort on the bus from Ruse to Thessaloniki

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

FAQs about the Ruse to Thessaloniki bus

How much does a Ruse Thessaloniki bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $29 and takes 11h 29m to reach Thessaloniki. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $29 and $46. 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 Ruse to Thessaloniki each day?

Every day, the Ruse to Thessaloniki bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Ruse to Thessaloniki is offered by Tourist Service Holding and takes 10h 55m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $46. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Ruse to Thessaloniki?

The earliest bus arriving in Thessaloniki from Ruse starts at 12:00 PM. 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 Ruse to Thessaloniki?

The latest bus trip departing from Ruse for Thessaloniki starts at 12:30 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 Ruse Thessaloniki route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Ruse and Thessaloniki?

You can check all the direct connections between Ruse 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: Tourist Service Holding and Union Ivkoni.

What can I take with me on the Ruse 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 Ruse 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 Ruse 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 Ruse to Thessaloniki on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Ruse to Thessaloniki?

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

Basic

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

More bus routes to Ruse and to Thessaloniki

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Ruse and to Thessaloniki. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!