What's the distance between Athens and Thessaloniki by coach?

The distance between Athens and Thessaloniki by coach is approximately 187 miles (301 km).

How can I get from Athens to Thessaloniki without driving?

You can travel to Thessaloniki from Athens by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Athens to Thessaloniki from £29 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Athens to Thessaloniki on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:00	"Esperia Travel office", Athens	6h 50m	14:50	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	No tags
Bus	08:00	"Esperia Travel office", Athens	6h 50m	14:50	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	No tags
Bus	08:00	"Esperia Travel office", Athens	6h 50m	14:50	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	No tags
Bus	08:00	"Esperia Travel office", Athens	6h 50m	14:50	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	No tags
Bus	08:00	"Esperia Travel office", Athens	6h 50m	14:50	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	No tags

Get from Athens to Thessaloniki

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just £31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

6h 50mAverage duration

190 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

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Maks Trans LTD

Maks Trans LTD offers 1 daily buses from Athens to Thessaloniki. Though the average price for this trip is £31, you can find tickets starting at £31. The trip between the two cities usually takes about 410.

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Where are the popular stops in Athens and Thessaloniki?

Stops in Athens

A - Lagoumitzi str.

B - 34-36 Akominatu str.

C - Atheny

D - Sidirodromon

E - Evelpidon

Stops in Thessaloniki

A - Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ

B - Monastiriou

C - Selanik Makedonya KTEL Otogarı

D - Taskou Papageorgiou

E - Michail Kalou 16

F - Makedonya Şehirlerarası Otogarı

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Athens to Thessaloniki

What's the distance between Athens and Thessaloniki by coach?
The distance between Athens and Thessaloniki by coach is approximately 187 miles (301 km).
How can I get from Athens to Thessaloniki without driving?
You can travel to Thessaloniki from Athens by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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The cheapest trip from Athens to Thessaloniki was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of £29

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Athens to Thessaloniki as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £29 to £30 for a bus ticket from Athens to Thessaloniki based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £29, which is on 2025-11-17.