How much is the bus ticket from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki?

The cheapest coach tickets from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki start from £33. The average price for this route is around £44. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki?

The average bus journey time from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki is 10h, covering a distance of 313 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9h 30m and is operated by Arda Tur .

Which bus companies service the Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Arda Tur , Alpar Turizm , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki?

The earliest bus departs from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki at 12:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki?

A bus journey from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Istanbul Europe 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 Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Alpar Turizm , with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Bus Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki from £33 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:00	Esenler Otogarı	10h 30m	05:30	Selanik	Cheapest
Bus	22:00	Esenler Otogar, Istanbul	9h 30m	06:30	Thessaloniki Simeonidis Tours Office	Fastest
Bus	12:00	Esenler Otogar, Istanbul	9h 45m	20:45	O.C.E. Railway Station	No tags
Bus	23:00	Esenler Otogarı	14h 25m	12:25	Thessaloniki 28 Monastiriou Street	No tags
Bus	12:00	Esenler Otogar, Istanbul	10h	21:00	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	No tags

Next departures from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:00	Esenler Otogarı	10h 30m	05:30	Selanik	Cheapest
Bus	22:00	Esenler Otogar, Istanbul	9h 30m	06:30	Thessaloniki Simeonidis Tours Office	Fastest
Bus	12:00	Esenler Otogar, Istanbul	9h 45m	20:45	O.C.E. Railway Station	No tags
Bus	23:00	Esenler Otogarı	14h 25m	12:25	Thessaloniki 28 Monastiriou Street	No tags
Bus	12:00	Esenler Otogar, Istanbul	10h	21:00	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	No tags

Next departures from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:00	Esenler Otogarı	10h 30m	05:30	Selanik	Cheapest
Bus	22:00	Esenler Otogar, Istanbul	9h 30m	06:30	Thessaloniki Simeonidis Tours Office	Fastest
Bus	12:00	Esenler Otogar, Istanbul	9h 45m	20:45	O.C.E. Railway Station	No tags
Bus	12:00	Esenler Otogar, Istanbul	10h	21:00	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	No tags
Bus	22:00	Esenler Otogar, Istanbul	9h 45m	06:45	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	No tags

Next departures from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:00	Esenler Otogarı	10h 30m	05:30	Selanik	Cheapest
Bus	22:00	Esenler Otogar, Istanbul	9h 30m	06:30	Thessaloniki Simeonidis Tours Office	Fastest
Bus	12:00	Esenler Otogar, Istanbul	9h 45m	20:45	O.C.E. Railway Station	No tags
Bus	12:00	Esenler Otogar, Istanbul	10h	21:00	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	No tags
Bus	22:00	Esenler Otogar, Istanbul	9h 45m	06:45	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	No tags

Next departures from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:00	Esenler Otogarı	10h 30m	05:30	Selanik	Cheapest
Bus	22:00	Esenler Otogar, Istanbul	9h 30m	06:30	Thessaloniki Simeonidis Tours Office	Fastest
Bus	12:00	Esenler Otogar, Istanbul	9h 45m	20:45	O.C.E. Railway Station	No tags
Bus	23:00	Esenler Otogarı	14h 25m	12:25	Thessaloniki 28 Monastiriou Street	No tags
Bus	12:00	Esenler Otogar, Istanbul	10h	21:00	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	No tags

Next departures from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:00	Esenler Otogarı	10h 30m	05:30	Selanik	Cheapest
Bus	22:00	Esenler Otogar, Istanbul	9h 30m	06:30	Thessaloniki Simeonidis Tours Office	Fastest
Bus	12:00	Esenler Otogar, Istanbul	9h 45m	20:45	O.C.E. Railway Station	No tags
Bus	23:00	Esenler Otogarı	14h 25m	12:25	Thessaloniki 28 Monastiriou Street	No tags
Bus	12:00	Esenler Otogar, Istanbul	10h	21:00	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	No tags

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Get from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 10 hours, and with fares starting at just £33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

10hAverage duration

313 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Istanbul Europe and Thessaloniki?

Stops in Istanbul Europe

A
İstanbul
Altıntepsi, O-3, 34220 , Esenler/İstanbul, , Turkey
B
Esenler Otogarı
Esenler Otogarı, 34035 Bayrampaşa / İstanbul, Turkey
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C
Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
Güzeltepe, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı İstanbul, Türkiye, 34060 Eyüp, Turkey
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D
Büyükçekmece
Fatih Mahallesi, Rıza Küçükoğlupaşa Cd., 34500 Büyükçekmece/İstanbul, Turkey
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E
Atakent
Atakent Mahallesi, Kamelya Sk. No:59, 34307 Küçükçekmece/İstanbul, Turkey
F
Harem
Üsküdar Harem Sahil Yolu, 34668 Üsküdar/Harem/İstanbul, , Turkey

Stops in Thessaloniki

A
Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ
Leof. Dendropotamou, Ampelokipi Menemeni 546 28, Greece
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B
Monastiriou
Monastiriou 63, Thessaloniki 546 27, Greece
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C
Selanik Makedonya KTEL Otogarı
Selanik KTEL Bus Station, Giannitson 244, Thessaloniki 546 28, Greece
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D
Taskou Papageorgiou
Taskou Papageorgiou 5, Thessaloniki 546 31, Greece
E
Michail Kalou 16
Michail Kalou 16, Thessaloniki 546 29, Greece
F
Makedonya Şehirlerarası Otogarı
Monastiriou 63, Thessaloniki 546 27, Greece

Compare bus companies

Arda Tur

3/5257 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi1.6

Arda Tur has received positive feedback for providing clean and comfortable buses, with friendly and helpful staff ensuring a pleasant travel experience. Many users appreciated the punctuality of their services. However, there were mentions of language barriers due to a lack of English information at stops, as well as occasional delays in arrival times.

Arda Tur Istanbul Europe Thessaloniki recent customer reviews

First time i used arda tours for my istanbul holidays.both ways were excellent! Nothing to complain about ! Warm clean buses on time both ways.nice kind drivers! Really enough so to choose them again next time!

Stylianos P.

29 November 2024

Fine. Arda Tur got us where we were going on time and as comfortably as expected. The bus was clean and the staff were friendly and helpful.

Chip K.

13 May 2024

We were nearly two hours late arriving into Thessaloniki but otherwise the trip was safe and smooth with a pleasant driver and assistant.

Sandra H.

3 April 2024

Alpar Turizm

3.5/548 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.3

Passengers have praised the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the quality of service provided on their journeys. The buses are noted for leaving promptly, with drivers who ensure a smooth ride. However, some users mentioned missing amenities like onboard toilets and WiFi that were advertised but not available during their trip.

Alpar Turizm Istanbul Europe Thessaloniki recent customer reviews

I enjoyed the quality of the bus itself, as well as the service provided by the staff of the bus like providing hand sanitizer and water at the start of the travel. Also how they treated the passengers, being quite helpful. Enjoyed that the driver drove quite well throughout all of the journey.

Ignacio R.

25 January 2025

Generally good but would have liked to stop near home some kilometres before the final stop and driver refused.

Rosanne Z.

22 November 2024

The waiting room was perfect. The bus left right on time. The driver was very friendly and drove perfectly.

Sandra A.

18 August 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511,472 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki?
The cheapest coach tickets from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki start from £33. The average price for this route is around £44. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki?
The average bus journey time from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki is 10h, covering a distance of 313 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9h 30m and is operated by Arda Tur.
Which bus companies service the Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Arda Tur, Alpar Turizm, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki?
The earliest bus departs from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki at 12:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki?
A bus journey from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Istanbul Europe 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 Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Alpar Turizm, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

27/11

£42

28/11

£42

Today

£33

30/11

£33

01/12

£33

02/12

£33

03/12

£33

04/12

£33

The cheapest trip from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki was searched and found on 29 Nov 2025 with a price of £33

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £33 to £47 for a bus ticket from Istanbul Europe to Thessaloniki based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £33, which is on 2025-12-01.

Usually Arda Tur, 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.