Coach Plovdiv to Thessaloniki from £15

Which bus from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Plovdiv to Thessaloniki. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Union Ivkoni, Ilias Travel or Tourist Service Holding. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

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£16

tomorrow

£16

Monday

£16

Tuesday

£16

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Friday

£16

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Union Ivkoni	8h 40m	04:30	Plovdiv	Central Coach Station	13:10	Thessaloniki	Makedonia Coach Station		Basic	£16	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Coach Station, Plovdiv (Bulgaria) at 02/05/2026 04:30:00 to Makedonia Coach Station, Thessaloniki (Greece) arriving at 02/05/2026 13:10:00. 50 Basic ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 40m
	Tourist Service Holding	8h 10m	14:50	Plovdiv	Central Coach Station	23:00	Thessaloniki	Central Bus Station		Basic	£30	A Bus from Tourist Service Holding goes from Central Coach Station, Plovdiv (Bulgaria) at 02/05/2026 14:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Thessaloniki (Greece) arriving at 02/05/2026 23:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Union Ivkoni	8h 45m	04:30	Plovdiv	Central Coach Station	13:15	Thessaloniki	Makedonia Coach Station	Basic	£16	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Coach Station, Plovdiv (Bulgaria) at 03/05/2026 04:30:00 to Makedonia Coach Station, Thessaloniki (Greece) arriving at 03/05/2026 13:15:00. 50 Basic ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 45m
Union Ivkoni	8h 30m	04:30	Plovdiv	Central Coach Station	13:00	Thessaloniki	Central Bus Station	Basic	£16	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Coach Station, Plovdiv (Bulgaria) at 03/05/2026 04:30:00 to Central Bus Station, Thessaloniki (Greece) arriving at 03/05/2026 13:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
Ilias Travel	8h 10m	15:45	Plovdiv	Central Coach Station	23:55	Thessaloniki	Central Bus Station	Basic	£16	A Bus from Ilias Travel goes from Central Coach Station, Plovdiv (Bulgaria) at 03/05/2026 15:45:00 to Central Bus Station, Thessaloniki (Greece) arriving at 03/05/2026 23:55:00. 50 Basic ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Ilias Travel	8h 0m	15:45	Plovdiv	Central Coach Station	23:45	Thessaloniki	Central Bus Station		Basic	£16	A Bus from Ilias Travel goes from Central Coach Station, Plovdiv (Bulgaria) at 04/05/2026 15:45:00 to Central Bus Station, Thessaloniki (Greece) arriving at 04/05/2026 23:45:00. 50 Basic ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Union Ivkoni	8h 40m	04:30	Plovdiv	Central Coach Station	13:10	Thessaloniki	Makedonia Coach Station		Basic	£16	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Coach Station, Plovdiv (Bulgaria) at 05/05/2026 04:30:00 to Makedonia Coach Station, Thessaloniki (Greece) arriving at 05/05/2026 13:10:00. 50 Basic ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Union Ivkoni	8h 0m	04:30	Plovdiv	Central Coach Station	12:30	Thessaloniki	Central Bus Station	Basic	£16	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Coach Station, Plovdiv (Bulgaria) at 08/05/2026 04:30:00 to Central Bus Station, Thessaloniki (Greece) arriving at 08/05/2026 12:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m
Union Ivkoni	8h 20m	04:30	Plovdiv	Central Coach Station	12:50	Thessaloniki	Makedonia Coach Station	Basic	£16	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Coach Station, Plovdiv (Bulgaria) at 08/05/2026 04:30:00 to Makedonia Coach Station, Thessaloniki (Greece) arriving at 08/05/2026 12:50:00. 50 Basic ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 20m
Ilias Travel	8h 0m	15:45	Plovdiv	Central Coach Station	23:45	Thessaloniki	Central Bus Station	Basic	£16	A Bus from Ilias Travel goes from Central Coach Station, Plovdiv (Bulgaria) at 08/05/2026 15:45:00 to Central Bus Station, Thessaloniki (Greece) arriving at 08/05/2026 23:45:00. 50 Basic ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m
Ilias Travel	8h 20m	15:45	Plovdiv	Central Coach Station	00:05	Thessaloniki	Makedonia Coach Station	Basic	£16	A Bus from Ilias Travel goes from Central Coach Station, Plovdiv (Bulgaria) at 08/05/2026 15:45:00 to Makedonia Coach Station, Thessaloniki (Greece) arriving at 09/05/2026 00:05:00. 50 Basic ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 20m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki is £15 on 14/05/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Plovdiv and Thessaloniki?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily coaches from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Plovdiv and Thessaloniki.

The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 8 coaches from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Plovdiv and Thessaloniki, with 6 offers.

All facts for Plovdiv to Thessaloniki bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Union Ivkoni, Ilias Travel and Tourist Service Holding that travel daily 2 times by bus from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki in one click. Book your Plovdiv to Thessaloniki bus ticket starting from £15!

Cheapest Bus	£15
Fastest Bus	8h 0m
Earliest Coach	04:30
Latest Coach	15:45
Daily Bus Connections	2 Ø
Distance	224.5 km
Coach Companies	Union Ivkoni, Ilias Travel and Tourist Service Holding

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki?

Every day, 2 buses from 3 coach companies leave Plovdiv for Thessaloniki. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 02/05/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 27/04

Tuesday 28/04

Wednesday 29/04

Thursday 30/04

Friday 01/05

Saturday 02/05

£30

Sunday 03/05

£16

Monday 04/05

£16

Tuesday 05/05

£16

Wednesday 06/05

Thursday 07/05

Friday 08/05

£16

Saturday 09/05

£30

Sunday 10/05

£16

Monday 11/05

£20

Tuesday 12/05

£16

Wednesday 13/05

£16

Thursday 14/05

£15

Friday 15/05

£15

Saturday 16/05

£16

Sunday 17/05

£16

Monday 18/05

£16

Tuesday 19/05

£16

Wednesday 20/05

£15

Thursday 21/05

£16

Friday 22/05

£20

Saturday 23/05

£16

Sunday 24/05

The cheapest time to travel from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £15, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £16.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki, with £15. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £16.

How to save money travelling from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Plovdiv 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 Plovdiv 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 Plovdiv to Thessaloniki are also emptier.

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Latest reviews for coach companies on the route Plovdiv - Thessaloniki

Neha Tripathi , 13/04/2025

It was a psychological torture for hours with a dog helplessly howling in the luggage in the bus and the bus staff would just smirk... No compassion for animals and the amount of torture it caused me ... It was a psychological torture for hours with a dog helplessly howling in the luggage in the bus and the bus staff would just smirk... No compassion for animals and the amount of torture it caused me to hear cries of helplessness ANIMALS ALSO DESERVE COMPASSION...

All bus stations and stops in Plovdiv and Thessaloniki

Here is a map with all coach stations in Plovdiv and Thessaloniki. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Central Coach Station

bulevard "Hristo Botev" 47

North Bus Station

bulevard "Hristo Botev" 47

Plovdiv ul Kapitan Raycho Nikolov Coach Stop

Mototsentŭr Bus Stop

Central Bus Station

Monastiriou 63

Makedonia Coach Station

Station Makedonia

Port

Aristotle Square

Sintribani Coach Station

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Plovdiv to Thessaloniki bus

How much does a Plovdiv Thessaloniki coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Plovdiv Thessaloniki bus trip is available from £15 and takes 8h 40m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £15 to £30. 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 Plovdiv Thessaloniki route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki is offered by roughly 2 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Thessaloniki from Plovdiv take?

The quickest coach from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki is provided by Ilias Travel and takes 8h 0m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £16. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki?

The earliest bus to Thessaloniki departs from Plovdiv at 04:30. 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 Plovdiv to Thessaloniki?

The latest bus to Thessaloniki departs from Plovdiv at 15:45. 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 Plovdiv Thessaloniki route?

Passengers looking to travel from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki can travel with Union Ivkoni, Ilias Travel and Tourist Service Holding. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Plovdiv and Thessaloniki?

You can check all the direct connections between Plovdiv 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: Union Ivkoni, Ilias Travel and Tourist Service Holding.

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

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 Plovdiv 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 Plovdiv 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 Plovdiv to Thessaloniki on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki?

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

Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

More bus routes to Plovdiv and to Thessaloniki

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