How far is Athens from Thessaloniki?

About 187 miles (301 km) separate Athens and Thessaloniki.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Athens to Thessaloniki?

Most of the buses traveling from Athens to Thessaloniki leave from Lagoumitzi str. And arrive at Κ. Τ. Ε. Λ. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Thessaloniki?

Once in Thessaloniki, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Pasha Gardens, Mylos, The Arch of Galerius (Kamara), Zeitenlik and Statue of Alexander The Great.

Bus Athens to Thessaloniki from $37 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Athens to Thessaloniki on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00am	"Esperia Travel office", Athens	6h 50m	2:50pm	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	No tags
Bus	8:00am	"Esperia Travel office", Athens	6h 50m	2:50pm	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	No tags
Bus	8:00am	"Esperia Travel office", Athens	6h 50m	2:50pm	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	No tags
Bus	8:00am	"Esperia Travel office", Athens	6h 50m	2:50pm	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	No tags
Bus	8:00am	"Esperia Travel office", Athens	6h 50m	2:50pm	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 $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

6h 50mAverage Duration

190 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Athens and Thessaloniki?

Stops in Athens

A
Lagoumitzi str.
Lagoumitzi 63-65, Athina 117 44, Greece
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B
34-36 Akominatu str.
Akominatou 36, Athina 104 38, Greece
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C
Atheny
Ilia Iliou 68-70, Athina 117 44, Greece
D
Sidirodromon
Sidirodromon 1, Athina 104 44, Greece
E
Evelpidon
Evelpidon 11Α, Athina 113 62, Greece

Stops in Thessaloniki

A
Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ
Leof. Dendropotamou, Ampelokipi Menemeni 546 28, Greece
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B
Monastiriou
Monastiriou 63, Thessaloniki 546 27, Greece
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C
Selanik Makedonya KTEL Otogarı
Selanik KTEL Bus Station, Giannitson 244, Thessaloniki 546 28, Greece
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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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Maks Trans LTD

Maks Trans LTD offers 1 daily buses from Athens to Thessaloniki. Though the average price for this trip is $40, you can find tickets starting at $40. The trip between the two cities usually takes about 410.

GR bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Athens to Thessaloniki by bus

How far is Athens from Thessaloniki?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Athens to Thessaloniki?
What are the best sights and things to do in Thessaloniki?