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How to Travel from

Sofia to Thessaloniki

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Sofia, Bulgaria → Thessaloniki, Greece

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Seven ways to Travel from Sofia to Thessaloniki

Composite routes from Sofia to Thessaloniki

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Navigate from Sofia to Thessaloniki

Continue onto бул. Княгиня Мария Луиза
247 m
Turn right onto Цар Симеон
116 m
Turn right onto Сердика
93 m
Keep left onto Θεσσαλονίκης - Καβάλας
6 km 188 m
Turn left onto Αγίου Δημητρίου
1 km 887 m
Arrive at destination

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Blagoevgrad Central Bus Terminal to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.21–$29.06
Bus from Blagoevgrad Bus Station to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.48–$31.58
Bus from Sofia to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.06–$41.69

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Dupnitsa to Serres
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.84–$15.16
Bus from Dupnitsa Bus Station to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.00–$20.21
Bus from Blagoevgrad Central Bus Terminal to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.11–$16.42
Bus from Blagoevgrad Bus Station to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.74–$17.69
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.16–$25.27
Bus from Sofia to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.90–$24.00

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Blagoevgrad Central Bus Terminal to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.90–$18.95
Bus from Blagoevgrad Bus Station to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.16–$20.21
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.21–$27.79

Traventuria

Phone:
+359 2 493 0191
Website:
traventuria.com/
Bus from Sofia Alexander Nevski Cathedral to Dupnitsa
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$17.69–$25.27

Crazy Holidays

Phone:
+30 2310241545
Website:
crazyholidays.gr/root.en.aspx
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$51.80–$69.48

KTEL Serron

Phone:
+30 23210-22822
Website:
ktelserron.gr/
Bus from Dupnitsa to Serres
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$13.90–$20.21
Bus from Serres to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.58–$10.74

Samokov Bus

Phone:
0722 60019
Website:
samokov-info.com
Bus from Samokov to Dupnitsa
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$1.64–$2.53
Bus from Samokov to Blagoevgrad
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$3.16–$4.67

Airlines

Aegean Airlines

Website:
en.aegeanair.com/
Plane from Sofia Airport to International
Ave. Duration:
4h 8m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$120.02–$277.94

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Sofia Airport to International
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Tuesday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$189.50–$884.35

Sky Express

Website:
skyexpress.gr/
Plane from Sofia Airport to International
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$151.60–$366.37

Tarom

Website:
tarom.ro/
Plane from Sofia Airport to International
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$126.34–$341.11

Train operators

Hellenic Train

Phone:
14511
Website:
hellenictrain.gr/en
Train from Serres to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
3h 4m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.58–$10.80

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sofia to Thessaloníki?

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Thessaloníki is to bus which costs $10.87 - $19.57 and takes 6h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sofia to Thessaloníki?

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Thessaloníki is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs $53.26 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Thessaloníki?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia to Thessaloníki station. However, there are services departing from Samokov and arriving at Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station via Dupnitsa and Serres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Sofia to Thessaloníki?

The distance between Sofia and Thessaloníki is 287 km. The road distance is 271.6 km.

How do I travel from Sofia to Thessaloníki without a car?

The best way to get from Sofia to Thessaloníki without a car is to bus via Sérres which takes 4h 49m and costs $15.22 - $25 .

How long does it take to get from Sofia to Thessaloníki?

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Sofia to Thessaloníki, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Thessaloníki bus from?

Sofia to Thessaloníki bus services, operated by Samokov Bus, depart from Samokov station.

Where does the Sofia to Thessaloníki bus arrive?

Sofia to Thessaloníki bus services, operated by Samokov Bus, arrive at Dupnitsa station.

Can I drive from Sofia to Thessaloníki?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Thessaloníki is 272 km. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Sofia to Thessaloníki.

Where can I stay near Thessaloníki?

There are 3392+ hotels available in Thessaloníki. Prices start at $46.42 per night.
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