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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Militari | Thessaloniki 28 Monastiriou Street | CheapestFastest |
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Get from Bucharest to Thessaloniki
The journey takes about 14 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bucharest and Thessaloniki?
Stops in Bucharest
- AStrada Valea Cascadelor 2, București, Romania
- B
Rahova
Șoseaua Alexandriei 164, București, Romania - DAutogara Filaret, Str. Piata Garii Filaret, nr. 1, Bükreş, Romanya
- E
Bükreş Filaret Otogar (Bucureşti Filaret)
Strada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, Bükreş / Romanya - F
Piata Natiunile Unite
Calea Victoriei nr. 2, București 030167, Romania
Stops in Thessaloniki
- ALeof. Dendropotamou, Ampelokipi Menemeni 546 28, Greece
- B
Taskou Papageorgiou
Taskou Papageorgiou 5, Thessaloniki 546 31, Greece - CMonastiriou 63, Thessaloniki 546 27, Greece
- D
Selanik Makedonya KTEL Otogarı
Selanik KTEL Bus Station, Giannitson 244, Thessaloniki 546 28, Greece - E
Michail Kalou 16
Michail Kalou 16, Thessaloniki 546 29, Greece - F
Makedonya Şehirlerarası Otogarı
Monastiriou 63, Thessaloniki 546 27, Greece
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bucharest to Thessaloniki by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Bucharest to Thessaloniki?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bucharest to Thessaloniki start from $36. The average price for this route is around $54. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bucharest to Thessaloniki?
The average bus travel time from Bucharest to Thessaloniki is 14h 15m, covering a distance of 492 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h and is operated by Maks Trans LTD.
Which bus companies service the Bucharest to Thessaloniki route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Union Ivkoni, FlixBus, LIKEBUS, Maks Trans LTD.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bucharest to Thessaloniki?
The earliest bus departs from Bucharest to Thessaloniki at 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bucharest to Thessaloniki?
A bus trip from Bucharest to Thessaloniki generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bucharest to Thessaloniki?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is LIKEBUS, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bucharest to Thessaloniki?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company LIKEBUS has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bucharest to Thessaloniki?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bucharest to Thessaloniki?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is LIKEBUS, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bucharest to Thessaloniki was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $49To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bucharest to Thessaloniki, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $49 to $105 for a bus ticket from Bucharest to Thessaloniki based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $49 which is on 2025-12-25.
Usually Union Ivkoni, FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
