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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Serdika | Thessaloniki 28 Monastiriou Street | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Serdika | Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Serdika | Thessaloniki Simeonidis Tours Office | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Serdika | Monastiriou | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Serdika | Thessaloniki 28 Monastiriou Street | No tags |
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Get from Sofia to Thessaloniki
The journey takes about 5 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 189, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Thessaloniki?
Stops in Sofia
- Abulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
- C
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - Dbulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
- E
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria - F
Lukoil
E80 9086, 1331 Sofia, Bulgaria
Stops in Thessaloniki
- AMonastiriou 63, Thessaloniki 546 27, Greece
- B
Selanik Makedonya KTEL Otogarı
Selanik KTEL Bus Station, Giannitson 244, Thessaloniki 546 28, Greece - CLeof. Dendropotamou, Ampelokipi Menemeni 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 from Sofia to Thessaloniki by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Sofia to Thessaloniki?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Thessaloniki start at R 189. The average price for this route is around R 444. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Sofia to Thessaloniki?
The average bus journey time from Sofia to Thessaloniki is 5h 15m, covering a distance of 233 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h and is operated by Maks Trans LTD.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Thessaloniki route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Arda Tur, Union Ivkoni, Infobus, FlixBus, Tourist Service Holding, Karat-S, LIKEBUS, Maks Trans LTD.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sofia to Thessaloniki?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Thessaloniki at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 19:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Thessaloniki?
A bus trip from Sofia to Thessaloniki produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Sofia 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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Thessaloniki?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Sofia 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 Sofia 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 Sofia to Thessaloniki was searched and found on 09 Feb 2026 with a price of R 199To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Thessaloniki as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 199 to R 554 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Thessaloniki based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 199, which is on 2026-02-09.
Usually Infobus 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.
