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Which bus from Sofia to Thessaloniki is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Sofia to Thessaloniki. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Arda Tur, Union Ivkoni or Citylines. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
tomorrow
£12
Sunday
£12
Monday
£12
Tuesday
£8
Wednesday
£12
Thursday
£11

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 5h 40m 07:30 Sofia Bratya Miladinovi 13:10 Thessaloniki Makedonia Coach Station  Basic £12
Union Ivkoni 5h 20m 16:00 Sofia Bratya Miladinovi 21:20 Thessaloniki Makedonia Coach Station  Basic £12
Arda Tur 5h 0m 10:00 Sofia Serdika 15:00 Thessaloniki Central Bus Station  Basic £22
Arda Tur 5h 30m 13:00 Sofia Serdika 18:30 Thessaloniki Central Bus Station  Basic £22
Arda Tur 4h 50m 10:00 Sofia Serdika 14:50 Thessaloniki Makedonia Coach Station  Basic £22

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 5h 30m 07:30 Sofia Central Coach Station 13:00 Thessaloniki Central Bus Station  Basic £12
Union Ivkoni 5h 45m 07:30 Sofia Central Coach Station 13:15 Thessaloniki Makedonia Coach Station  Basic £12
Arda Tur 5h 0m 10:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 15:00 Thessaloniki Central Bus Station  Economy £20
Arda Tur 5h 30m 13:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 18:30 Thessaloniki Central Bus Station  Economy £20
Citylines 4h 55m 19:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 23:55 Thessaloniki Makedonia Coach Station  Basic £22

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 5h 20m 07:30 Sofia Bratya Miladinovi 12:50 Thessaloniki Makedonia Coach Station  Basic £12
Union Ivkoni 5h 20m 16:00 Sofia Bratya Miladinovi 21:20 Thessaloniki Makedonia Coach Station  Basic £12
Arda Tur 5h 0m 10:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 15:00 Thessaloniki Central Bus Station  Economy £20
Arda Tur 5h 30m 13:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 18:30 Thessaloniki Central Bus Station  Economy £20
Tourist Service Holding 5h 0m 18:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 23:00 Thessaloniki Station  Basic £29

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 5h 30m 07:30 Sofia Central Coach Station 13:00 Thessaloniki Central Bus Station  Basic £8
Union Ivkoni 5h 50m 07:30 Sofia Central Coach Station 13:20 Thessaloniki Makedonia Coach Station  Basic £8
Citylines 4h 55m 19:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 23:55 Thessaloniki Makedonia Coach Station  Basic £21
Arda Tur 4h 55m 13:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 17:55 Thessaloniki Makedonia Coach Station  Economy £21
Arda Tur 5h 0m 10:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 15:00 Thessaloniki Central Bus Station  Economy £21

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 5h 15m 07:30 Sofia Bratya Miladinovi 12:45 Thessaloniki Makedonia Coach Station  Basic £12
Union Ivkoni 5h 0m 07:30 Sofia Central Coach Station 12:30 Thessaloniki Central Bus Station  Basic £12
Arda Tur 5h 0m 10:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 15:00 Thessaloniki Central Bus Station  Economy £21
Arda Tur 5h 30m 13:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 18:30 Thessaloniki Central Bus Station  Economy £21
Tourist Service Holding 5h 0m 18:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 23:00 Thessaloniki Station  Basic £29

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 5h 45m 07:30 Sofia Central Coach Station 13:15 Thessaloniki Makedonia Coach Station  Basic £11
Union Ivkoni 5h 20m 16:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 21:20 Thessaloniki Makedonia Coach Station  Basic £11
Citylines 4h 45m 07:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 11:45 Thessaloniki Makedonia Coach Station  Basic £21
Citylines 4h 55m 19:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 23:55 Thessaloniki Makedonia Coach Station  Basic £21
Arda Tur 4h 55m 10:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 14:55 Thessaloniki Makedonia Coach Station  Economy £21

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Sofia to Thessaloniki is £8 on 09/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


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

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Sofia 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.
Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 29 daily coaches from Sofia to Thessaloniki. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 8 daily coaches between Sofia and Thessaloniki.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 51 coaches from Sofia to Thessaloniki, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Sofia and Thessaloniki, with 14 offers.

All facts for Sofia to Thessaloniki bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Arda Tur, Union Ivkoni and Citylines that travel daily 17 times by bus from Sofia to Thessaloniki in one click. Book your Sofia to Thessaloniki bus ticket starting from £8!

Cheapest Bus £8
Fastest Bus 4h 45m
Earliest Coach 07:30
Latest Coach 19:00
Daily Bus Connections 17 Ø
Distance 231.5 km
Coach Companies Arda Tur, Union Ivkoni, Citylines and Tourist Service Holding

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Sofia to Thessaloniki?

Every day, 17 buses from 4 coach companies leave Sofia for Thessaloniki. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 01/12
Tuesday 02/12
Wednesday 03/12
Thursday 04/12
Friday 05/12
£12
Saturday 06/12
£22
Sunday 07/12
£12
Monday 08/12
£12
Tuesday 09/12
£8
Wednesday 10/12
£12
Thursday 11/12
£10
Friday 12/12
£13
Saturday 13/12
£22
Sunday 14/12
£8
Monday 15/12
£8
Tuesday 16/12
Wednesday 17/12
£8
Thursday 18/12
£8
Friday 19/12
Saturday 20/12
£8
Sunday 21/12
£8
Monday 22/12
£22
Tuesday 23/12
Wednesday 24/12
£11
Thursday 25/12
£15
Friday 26/12
£8
Saturday 27/12
Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Sofia to Thessaloniki

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Sofia to Thessaloniki, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £8, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Sofia to Thessaloniki. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £8.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Sofia to Thessaloniki, with £8. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £21.

How to save money travelling from Sofia 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 Sofia 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 Sofia 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 Sofia to Thessaloniki are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Sofia to Thessaloniki?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Sofia to Thessaloniki timetable.

Union Ivkoni from Sofia to Thessaloniki

Union Ivkoni

Here you will find the key facts about the Union Ivkoni bus route Sofia to Thessaloniki:

Cheapest Price £8
Fastest Coach 5h 0m
Earliest Coach 07:30
Last Coach 16:00
Daily Connections 5 Ø
Found on 02/12/2025

Arda Tur from Sofia to Thessaloniki

Arda Tur

Here you will find the key facts about the Arda Tur bus route Sofia to Thessaloniki:

Cheapest Price £20
Fastest Coach 4h 50m
Earliest Coach 10:00
Last Coach 17:00
Daily Connections 9 Ø
Found on 02/12/2025
In total 4 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

Latest reviews for coach companies on the route Sofia - Thessaloniki

Union Ivkoni
Panos Efthymiadis, 05/02/2025

Unreliable, unfriendly and unsafe service. Probably last time I travel with this company.

Arda Tur
Lina , 28/01/2025
We spent 1/2 hour for a break at McDonalds near Pernik. Wanted to catch the bus to Thessaloniki from this point, but the lady ( operator) who serves the line told us that we should travel to Sofia . ... We spent 1/2 hour for a break at McDonalds near Pernik. Wanted to catch the bus to Thessaloniki from this point, but the lady ( operator) who serves the line told us that we should travel to Sofia . And now when we had to travel for 2 hours extra we are back near may hometown. I asked the driver if we can get on the buss at this point he kindly replied that there is no problem to do so. Just to inform the operator. My question is WHY the operator of Ardatur does not give proper information???

All bus stations and stops in Sofia and Thessaloniki

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

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

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Sofia 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 Sofia to Thessaloniki bus

How much does a Sofia Thessaloniki coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Sofia Thessaloniki bus trip is available from £8 and takes 5h 30m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 4 companies with ticket prices ranging from £8 to £29. 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 Sofia Thessaloniki route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Sofia to Thessaloniki is offered by roughly 17 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Thessaloniki from Sofia take?

The quickest coach from Sofia to Thessaloniki is provided by Citylines and takes 4h 45m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £22. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Sofia to Thessaloniki?

The earliest bus to Thessaloniki departs from Sofia at 07:30. 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 Sofia to Thessaloniki?

The latest bus to Thessaloniki departs from Sofia at 19:00. 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 Sofia Thessaloniki route?

Passengers looking to travel from Sofia to Thessaloniki can travel with Arda Tur, Union Ivkoni and Citylines. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Thessaloniki?

You can check all the direct connections between Sofia 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, Union Ivkoni and Citylines.

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

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 Sofia 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 Sofia 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 Sofia to Thessaloniki on your planned travel date.

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

Basic
Basic

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

Economy
Economy

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

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