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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Sever | Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Sever | Thessaloniki 28 Monastiriou Street | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Sever | Monastiriou | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:52 EET.
Get from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki
The journey takes about 8 hours, and with fares starting at just £28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Plovdiv and Thessaloniki?
Stops in Thessaloniki
- ALeof. Dendropotamou, Ampelokipi Menemeni 546 28, Greece
- BMonastiriou 63, Thessaloniki 546 27, Greece
- C
Selanik Makedonya KTEL Otogarı
Selanik KTEL Bus Station, Giannitson 244, Thessaloniki 546 28, Greece - D
Taskou Papageorgiou
Taskou Papageorgiou 5, Thessaloniki 546 31, Greece - E
Michail Kalou 16
Michail Kalou 16, Thessaloniki 546 29, Greece - F
Makedonya Şehirlerarası Otogarı
Monastiriou 63, Thessaloniki 546 27, Greece
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki?
The cheapest coach tickets from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki start from £28. The average price for this route is around £28. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki?
The average bus journey time from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki is 8h, covering a distance of 140 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 55m and is operated by Infobus.
Which bus companies service the Plovdiv to Thessaloniki route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Arda Tur, Infobus, Karat-S, Tourist Service Holding, Union Ivkoni.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki?
The earliest bus departs from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki at 04:50. And the latest bus departs at 16:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki?
A bus journey from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Tourist Service Holding, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 50 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Infobus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Karat-S, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Infobus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki was searched and found on 7 Dec 2025 with a price of £18To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £18 to £33 for a bus ticket from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, which is on 2025-12-07.
Usually Infobus, Tourist Service Holding will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
