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Sofia Airport, Bulgaria → Thessaloniki, Greece

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Sofia Airport to Thessaloniki

Cheapest
3 h 18 min
Car
298 km.
from $16
Other
4 h 52 min
230 km.
from $39.70
8 h 54 min
230 km.
from $40.87

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Sofia to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$25.00–$35.87

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Dupnitsa to Serres
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.61–$13.04
Bus from Sofia to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.96–$20.65
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.04–$21.74

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$23.91

Traventuria

Phone:
+359 2 493 0191
Email:
Website:
traventuria.com/
Bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Dupnitsa
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.39–$23.91

KTEL Serron

Phone:
+30 23210-22822
Email:
Website:
ktelserron.gr/
Bus from Dupnitsa to Serres
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$11.96–$17.39
Bus from Serres to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.52–$9.78

Airlines

Aegean Airlines

Website:
en.aegeanair.com/
Plane from Sofia Airport to International
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$103.26–$239.13

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Sofia Airport to International
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Tuesday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$760.87

Sky Express

Website:
skyexpress.gr/
Plane from Sofia Airport to International
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$315.22

Tarom

Website:
tarom.ro/
Plane from Sofia Airport to International
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$108.70–$293.48

Train operators

Hellenic Train

Phone:
14511
Website:
hellenictrain.gr/en
Train from Rodopolis to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.02–$9.55

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Gorna banya spirka to Petrich
Ave. Duration:
3h 47m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.78–$8.70

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Thessaloníki?

The cheapest way to get from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Thessaloníki is to bus which costs $13.04 - $21.74 and takes 6h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Thessaloníki?

The fastest way to get from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Thessaloníki is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Sofia Airport (SOF) and Thessaloníki?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Thessaloníki station. However, there are services departing from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop and arriving at Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station via Dupnitsa and Serres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Thessaloníki?

The distance between Sofia Airport (SOF) and Thessaloníki is 329 km. The road distance is 309.2 km.

How do I travel from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Thessaloníki without a car?

The best way to get from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Thessaloníki without a car is to bus via Sérres which takes 4h 52m and costs $31.52 - $46.74 .

How long does it take to get from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Thessaloníki?

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Thessaloníki, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia Airport (SOF) to Thessaloníki bus from?

Sofia Airport (SOF) to Thessaloníki bus services, operated by Traventuria, depart from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop station.

Train, bus or fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Thessaloníki?

The best way to get from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Thessaloníki is to bus via Sérres which takes 4h 52m and costs $31.52 - $46.74 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $21.74 - $38.04 and takes 8h 54m, you could also fly, which costs $65.22 - $184.78 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Sofia Airport (SOF) to Thessaloníki bus arrive?

Sofia Airport (SOF) to Thessaloníki bus services, operated by Traventuria, arrive at Dupnitsa Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Sofia Airport (SOF) and Thessaloníki?

It is currently 05:19 at both, Sofia Airport (SOF) and Thessaloníki.

Can I drive from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Thessaloníki?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia Airport (SOF) to Thessaloníki is 309 km. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Thessaloníki.

Where can I stay near Thessaloníki?

There are 3361+ hotels available in Thessaloníki. Prices start at $47.72 per night.
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