Coach tickets from Istanbul to Thessaloniki

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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Istanbul to Thessaloniki from various bus operators like Arda Tur, Alpar Turizm or Lilian Express for the next days.
today
from £31
tomorrow
from £31
Saturday
from £31
Sunday
from £32
Monday
from £31
Tuesday
from £31
Wednesday
from £31

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Alpar Turizm
    9h 0m
    20:00
    Istanbul
    05:00
    Thessaloniki
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    £31
  • Arda Tur
    8h 45m
    12:00
    Istanbul
    Central Bus Station
    20:45
    Thessaloniki
    Bus Stop
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    £34
  • Arda Tur
    9h 0m
    12:00
    Istanbul
    Central Bus Station
    21:00
    Thessaloniki
    Bus Stop
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    £34
  • Lilian Express
    10h 0m
    20:00
    Istanbul
    Central Bus Station
    06:00
    Thessaloniki
    Bus Stop
    Lilian Express
    Economy
    £34

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Alpar Turizm
    9h 0m
    20:00
    Istanbul
    05:00
    Thessaloniki
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    £31
  • Arda Tur
    8h 45m
    12:00
    Istanbul
    Central Bus Station
    20:45
    Thessaloniki
    Bus Stop
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    £34
  • Arda Tur
    9h 0m
    12:00
    Istanbul
    Central Bus Station
    21:00
    Thessaloniki
    Bus Stop
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    £34
  • Lilian Express
    10h 0m
    20:00
    Istanbul
    Central Bus Station
    06:00
    Thessaloniki
    Bus Stop
    Lilian Express
    Economy
    £34

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Alpar Turizm
    9h 0m
    20:00
    Istanbul
    05:00
    Thessaloniki
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    £31
  • Arda Tur
    9h 0m
    12:00
    Istanbul
    Central Bus Station
    21:00
    Thessaloniki
    Bus Stop
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    £34
  • Arda Tur
    8h 45m
    12:00
    Istanbul
    Central Bus Station
    20:45
    Thessaloniki
    Bus Stop
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    £34
  • Lilian Express
    10h 0m
    20:00
    Istanbul
    Central Bus Station
    06:00
    Thessaloniki
    Bus Stop
    Lilian Express
    Economy
    £34

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Alpar Turizm
    9h 0m
    20:00
    Istanbul
    05:00
    Thessaloniki
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    £32
  • Panorama Trans
    9h 0m
    20:00
    Istanbul
    05:00
    Thessaloniki
    Panorama Trans
    Economy
    £32
  • Domino Line
    9h 0m
    20:00
    Istanbul
    05:00
    Thessaloniki
    Domino Line
    Economy
    £32
  • Arda Tur
    8h 45m
    12:00
    Istanbul
    Central Bus Station
    20:45
    Thessaloniki
    Bus Stop
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    £34
  • Lilian Express
    10h 0m
    20:00
    Istanbul
    Central Bus Station
    06:00
    Thessaloniki
    Bus Stop
    Lilian Express
    Economy
    £34

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Alpar Turizm
    9h 0m
    20:00
    Istanbul
    05:00
    Thessaloniki
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    £31
  • Arda Tur
    8h 45m
    12:00
    Istanbul
    Central Bus Station
    20:45
    Thessaloniki
    Bus Stop
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    £34
  • Arda Tur
    9h 0m
    12:00
    Istanbul
    Central Bus Station
    21:00
    Thessaloniki
    Bus Stop
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    £34
  • Lilian Express
    10h 0m
    20:00
    Istanbul
    Central Bus Station
    06:00
    Thessaloniki
    Bus Stop
    Lilian Express
    Economy
    £34

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Alpar Turizm
    9h 0m
    20:00
    Istanbul
    05:00
    Thessaloniki
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    £31
  • Arda Tur
    8h 45m
    12:00
    Istanbul
    Central Bus Station
    20:45
    Thessaloniki
    Bus Stop
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    £34
  • Arda Tur
    9h 0m
    12:00
    Istanbul
    Central Bus Station
    21:00
    Thessaloniki
    Bus Stop
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    £34
  • Lilian Express
    10h 0m
    20:00
    Istanbul
    Central Bus Station
    06:00
    Thessaloniki
    Bus Stop
    Lilian Express
    Economy
    £34

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Alpar Turizm
    9h 0m
    20:00
    Istanbul
    05:00
    Thessaloniki
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    £31
  • Arda Tur
    8h 45m
    12:00
    Istanbul
    Central Bus Station
    20:45
    Thessaloniki
    Bus Stop
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    £34
  • Arda Tur
    9h 0m
    12:00
    Istanbul
    Central Bus Station
    21:00
    Thessaloniki
    Bus Stop
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    £34
  • Lilian Express
    10h 0m
    20:00
    Istanbul
    Central Bus Station
    06:00
    Thessaloniki
    Bus Stop
    Lilian Express
    Economy
    £34

Frequency of bus connections between Istanbul and Thessaloniki

See here how frequent the connections between Istanbul and Thessaloniki are, during different times and days of the week.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 16 daily coaches from Istanbul to Thessaloniki. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 9 daily coaches between Istanbul and Thessaloniki.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 43 coaches from Istanbul to Thessaloniki, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Istanbul and Thessaloniki, with 37 offers.

Facts about the coach from Istanbul to Thessaloniki

Compare all providers like Arda Tur, Alpar Turizm and Lilian Express that travel daily 11 times by bus from Istanbul to Thessaloniki in one click and book your bus ticket from Istanbul to Thessaloniki starting from £31!

Cheapest Bus £31
Fastest Bus 8h 30m
Earliest Coach 12:00
Latest Coach 22:00
Daily Bus Connections 11 Ø
Distance 509.2 km
Coach Companies Arda Tur, Alpar Turizm, Lilian Express, Panorama Trans and Domino Line

Cheapest coach tickets from Istanbul to Thessaloniki

Every day, 11 buses from 5 coach companies leave Istanbul for Thessaloniki: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a coach ticket for this route, starting from 25/04/2024 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 22/04
Tuesday 23/04
Wednesday 24/04
Thursday 25/04
£37
Friday 26/04
£31
Saturday 27/04
£31
Sunday 28/04
£32
Monday 29/04
£31
Tuesday 30/04
£31
Wednesday 01/05
£37
Thursday 02/05
£31
Friday 03/05
£37
Saturday 04/05
£31
Sunday 05/05
£37
Monday 06/05
£37
Tuesday 07/05
£31
Wednesday 08/05
£32
Thursday 09/05
£37
Friday 10/05
£37
Saturday 11/05
£37
Sunday 12/05
£32
Monday 13/05
£34
Tuesday 14/05
£34
Wednesday 15/05
£37
Thursday 16/05
£31
Friday 17/05
£31
Saturday 18/05
£31
Sunday 19/05

The cheapest time to travel from Istanbul to Thessaloniki

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Istanbul to Thessaloniki, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £31, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Istanbul to Thessaloniki. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £32.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Istanbul to Thessaloniki, with £31. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £34.

How to save money travelling from Istanbul 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 Istanbul 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 coach from Istanbul 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 coaches from Istanbul to Thessaloniki are also emptier.

Beloved coach companies from Istanbul to Thessaloniki

These are the most booked bus companies between Istanbul to Thessaloniki from our users.

All bus stations and stops in Istanbul and Thessaloniki

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Istanbul to Thessaloniki

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Istanbul to Thessaloniki? Or which bus companies serve the route Istanbul - Thessaloniki? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Istanbul to Thessaloniki bus

How much does a Istanbul Thessaloniki coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Istanbul Thessaloniki bus trip is available from £31 and takes 9h 0m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 5 companies with ticket prices ranging from £31 to £37. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Thessaloniki.

How many connections are available for the Istanbul Thessaloniki route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Istanbul to Thessaloniki is offered by roughly 11 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Thessaloniki from Istanbul take?

The quickest coach from Istanbul to Thessaloniki is provided by Arda Tur and takes 8h 30m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £34. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Istanbul to Thessaloniki?

The earliest bus to Thessaloniki departs from Istanbul at 12:00. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Istanbul to Thessaloniki?

The latest bus to Thessaloniki departs from Istanbul at 22:00. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Istanbul Thessaloniki route?

Passengers looking to travel from Istanbul to Thessaloniki can travel with Arda Tur, Alpar Turizm and Lilian Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Thessaloniki?

You can check all the direct connections between Istanbul 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: Arda Tur, Alpar Turizm and Lilian Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Thessaloniki from Istanbul?

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 bus for the Istanbul Thessaloniki bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Istanbul 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 travelling 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 Istanbul to Thessaloniki on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes from Istanbul and Thessaloniki

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

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