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What is the best way to travel from Varna to Thessaloniki?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Flights to Thessaloniki from Varna. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
13h 0m
£22
£33
10
Flight
5h 20m
£47
£274
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What is the cheapest way to reach Thessaloniki from Varna?

You can reach Thessaloniki with just £22 by taking a Bus from Union Ivkoni, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Wednesday
Thursday
from £22
Friday
from £34
Saturday
Sunday
from £34
Monday
from £112
Tuesday
from £47

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Union Ivkoni
    13h 0m
    0
    23:30
    Varna
    Central Coach Station
    12:30
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    £22
  • Union Ivkoni
    13h 20m
    0
    23:30
    Varna
    Central Coach Station
    12:50
    Thessaloniki
    Makedonia Coach Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    £22
  • Union Ivkoni
    14h 30m
    0
    07:00
    Varna
    Central Coach Station
    21:30
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    £34
  • Arda Tur
    16h 15m
    0
    06:30
    Varna
    Central Coach Station
    22:45
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    £38
  • Arda Tur
    16h 0m
    0
    06:30
    Varna
    Central Coach Station
    22:30
    Thessaloniki
    Makedonia Coach Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    £38

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Union Ivkoni
    14h 30m
    0
    07:00
    Varna
    Central Coach Station
    21:30
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    £34
  • Union Ivkoni
    13h 30m
    0
    11:00
    Varna
    Central Coach Station
    00:30
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    £34
  • Ilias Travel
    13h 30m
    0
    23:30
    Varna
    Central Coach Station
    13:00
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Ilias Travel
    Economy
    £34
  • Ilias Travel
    13h 45m
    0
    23:30
    Varna
    Central Coach Station
    13:15
    Thessaloniki
    Makedonia Coach Station
    0
    Ilias Travel
    Economy
    £34
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Wizz Air
    7h 0m
    0
    12:40
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    19:40
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £135
  • Turkish Airlines
    23h 25m
    0
    09:20
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    08:45
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from £164
  • AirBaltic
    20h 35m
    0
    16:00
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    12:35
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    AirBaltic
    Economy
    from £359
  • Airbus Transport International
    8h 30m
    0
    09:45
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    18:15
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Airbus Transport International
    Economy
    from £409
  • Turkish Airlines
    11h 5m
    0
    09:20
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    20:25
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from £445

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Union Ivkoni
    14h 20m
    0
    07:00
    Varna
    Central Coach Station
    21:20
    Thessaloniki
    Makedonia Coach Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    £34
  • Union Ivkoni
    13h 45m
    0
    11:00
    Varna
    Central Coach Station
    00:45
    Thessaloniki
    Makedonia Coach Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    £34
  • Union Ivkoni
    13h 45m
    0
    23:30
    Varna
    Central Coach Station
    13:15
    Thessaloniki
    Makedonia Coach Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    £34
  • Union Ivkoni
    14h 30m
    0
    07:00
    Varna
    Central Coach Station
    21:30
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    £34
  • Union Ivkoni
    13h 30m
    0
    11:00
    Varna
    Central Coach Station
    00:30
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    £34
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Turkish Airlines
    23h 25m
    0
    09:20
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    08:45
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from £163
  • Smartwings
    6h 50m
    0
    08:55
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    15:45
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Smartwings
    Economy
    from £255
  • Edelweiss Air
    15h 35m
    0
    10:25
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    02:00
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Edelweiss Air
    Economy
    from £281
  • AirBaltic
    20h 35m
    0
    16:00
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    12:35
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    AirBaltic
    Economy
    from £393
  • Airbus Transport International
    8h 25m
    0
    09:40
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    18:05
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Airbus Transport International
    Economy
    from £431

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Buzz
    5h 50m
    0
    19:00
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    00:50
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from £112
  • Israir
    23h 40m
    0
    19:20
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    19:00
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Israir
    Economy
    from £280
  • Airbus Transport International
    5h 20m
    0
    12:15
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    17:35
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Airbus Transport International
    Economy
    from £326
  • AirBaltic
    20h 35m
    0
    16:00
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    12:35
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    AirBaltic
    Economy
    from £344
  • Turkish Airlines
    10h 35m
    0
    22:10
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    08:45
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from £400

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Wizz Air
    25h 20m
    0
    23:50
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    01:10
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £47
  • LC Perú
    15h 5m
    0
    19:45
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    10:50
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £48
  • Israir
    20h 0m
    0
    13:30
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    09:30
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Israir
    Economy
    from £280
  • Austrian Airlines
    23h 10m
    0
    13:25
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    12:35
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Austrian Airlines
    Economy
    from £293
  • AirBaltic
    20h 35m
    0
    16:00
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    12:35
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    AirBaltic
    Economy
    from £325

What are the fastest trips from Varna to Thessaloniki?

You can get to Thessaloniki from Varna in just 5h 20m with a Flight from Airbus Transport International. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Wednesday
Thursday
from 13h 0m
Friday
from 7h 0m
Saturday
Sunday
from 6h 50m
Monday
from 5h 20m
Tuesday
from 15h 5m

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Union Ivkoni
    13h 0m
    0
    23:30
    Varna
    Central Coach Station
    12:30
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    £22
  • Union Ivkoni
    13h 20m
    0
    23:30
    Varna
    Central Coach Station
    12:50
    Thessaloniki
    Makedonia Coach Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    £22
  • Union Ivkoni
    14h 30m
    0
    07:00
    Varna
    Central Coach Station
    21:30
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    £34
  • Arda Tur
    16h 0m
    0
    06:30
    Varna
    Central Coach Station
    22:30
    Thessaloniki
    Makedonia Coach Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    £38
  • Arda Tur
    16h 15m
    0
    06:30
    Varna
    Central Coach Station
    22:45
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    £38

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Wizz Air
    7h 0m
    0
    12:40
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    19:40
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £135
  • Airbus Transport International
    8h 30m
    0
    09:45
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    18:15
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Airbus Transport International
    Economy
    from £409
  • Turkish Airlines
    11h 5m
    0
    09:20
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    20:25
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from £445
  • AirBaltic
    20h 35m
    0
    16:00
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    12:35
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    AirBaltic
    Economy
    from £359
  • Turkish Airlines
    23h 25m
    0
    09:20
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    08:45
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from £164
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • Union Ivkoni
    13h 30m
    0
    11:00
    Varna
    Central Coach Station
    00:30
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    £34
  • Ilias Travel
    13h 30m
    0
    23:30
    Varna
    Central Coach Station
    13:00
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Ilias Travel
    Economy
    £34
  • Ilias Travel
    13h 45m
    0
    23:30
    Varna
    Central Coach Station
    13:15
    Thessaloniki
    Makedonia Coach Station
    0
    Ilias Travel
    Economy
    £34
  • Union Ivkoni
    14h 30m
    0
    07:00
    Varna
    Central Coach Station
    21:30
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    £34

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Smartwings
    6h 50m
    0
    08:55
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    15:45
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Smartwings
    Economy
    from £255
  • Airbus Transport International
    8h 25m
    0
    09:40
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    18:05
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Airbus Transport International
    Economy
    from £431
  • Edelweiss Air
    15h 35m
    0
    10:25
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    02:00
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Edelweiss Air
    Economy
    from £281
  • AirBaltic
    20h 35m
    0
    16:00
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    12:35
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    AirBaltic
    Economy
    from £393
  • Turkish Airlines
    23h 25m
    0
    09:20
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    08:45
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from £163
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Union Ivkoni
    13h 30m
    0
    11:00
    Varna
    Central Coach Station
    00:30
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    £34
  • Union Ivkoni
    13h 45m
    0
    11:00
    Varna
    Central Coach Station
    00:45
    Thessaloniki
    Makedonia Coach Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    £34
  • Union Ivkoni
    13h 45m
    0
    23:30
    Varna
    Central Coach Station
    13:15
    Thessaloniki
    Makedonia Coach Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    £34
  • Union Ivkoni
    14h 20m
    0
    07:00
    Varna
    Central Coach Station
    21:20
    Thessaloniki
    Makedonia Coach Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    £34
  • Union Ivkoni
    14h 30m
    0
    07:00
    Varna
    Central Coach Station
    21:30
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    £34

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Airbus Transport International
    5h 20m
    0
    12:15
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    17:35
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Airbus Transport International
    Economy
    from £326
  • Buzz
    5h 50m
    0
    19:00
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    00:50
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from £112
  • Turkish Airlines
    10h 35m
    0
    22:10
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    08:45
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from £400
  • AirBaltic
    20h 35m
    0
    16:00
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    12:35
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    AirBaltic
    Economy
    from £344
  • Israir
    23h 40m
    0
    19:20
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    19:00
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Israir
    Economy
    from £280

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • LC Perú
    15h 5m
    0
    19:45
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    10:50
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £48
  • Israir
    20h 0m
    0
    13:30
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    09:30
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Israir
    Economy
    from £280
  • AirBaltic
    20h 35m
    0
    16:00
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    12:35
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    AirBaltic
    Economy
    from £325
  • Austrian Airlines
    23h 10m
    0
    13:25
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    12:35
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Austrian Airlines
    Economy
    from £293
  • Wizz Air
    25h 20m
    0
    23:50
    Varna Airport
    Varna Airport
    01:10
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £47
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Varna to Thessaloniki

What are the most popular stations in Varna and Thessaloniki?

In Varna, you will usually depart from Lozarska, Matroski Club Bus Stop or Central Coach Station, while in Thessaloniki you will be arriving at Station, Makedonia Coach Station or Central Bus Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Thessaloniki from Varna? With 7 connections between 3 Flight and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Varna and Thessaloniki, you can pay as low as £22 with a Bus from Union Ivkoni.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Airbus Transport International: you will get to Thessaloniki in just 5h 20m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Varna and Thessaloniki are Union Ivkoni, Turkish Airlines and AirBaltic, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Varna and Thessaloniki is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Varna Airport or to Menemeni, and look at flights from Varna Airport, and landing at Thessaloniki Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Varna to Thessaloniki?

The most popular companies between Varna and Thessaloniki, are Union Ivkoni, Turkish Airlines and AirBaltic. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Union Ivkoni, Arda Tur and Ilias Travel

Airlines: Turkish Airlines, AirBaltic, Airbus Transport International and 7 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Varna to Thessaloniki

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Varna to Thessaloniki. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Varna to Thessaloniki

How can I reach Thessaloniki from Varna?

Every day, there are on average 7 connections between Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Thessaloniki from Varna.

How far is Thessaloniki from Varna?

The distance between Varna and Thessaloniki is 501.2 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Varna and Thessaloniki?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 14 kgs of CO2, a train 18 kgs, a car 85 kgs, and a flight 123 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Varna to Thessaloniki?

You can get to Thessaloniki with just £22 by taking a Bus from Union Ivkoni.

What is the fastest way to get from Varna to Thessaloniki?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Thessaloniki in just 5h 20m with a Flight from Airbus Transport International.

More routes to Varna and to Thessaloniki

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Varna and to Thessaloniki. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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