What's the distance between Thessaloniki and Blagoevgrad by coach?

The journey from Thessaloniki to Blagoevgrad by coach covers an approximate distance of 97 miles (156 km).

How can I get from Thessaloniki to Blagoevgrad without driving?

You can reach Blagoevgrad from Thessaloniki by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Thessaloniki to Blagoevgrad from £8 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Thessaloniki to Blagoevgrad on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	01:15	Thessaloniki 28 Monastiriou Street	3h 30m	04:45	Sveti Dimitar Solunski	No tags
Bus	02:00	Monastiriou	2h 55m	04:55	Blagoevgrad	No tags
Bus	16:00	Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station	3h 30m	19:30	Sveti Dimitar Solunski	No tags
Bus	16:15	Thessaloniki 28 Monastiriou Street	3h 15m	19:30	Sveti Dimitar Solunski	No tags
Bus	01:00	Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station	3h 45m	04:45	Sveti Dimitar Solunski	No tags

Get from Thessaloniki to Blagoevgrad

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

3h 55mAverage duration

95 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Thessaloniki and Blagoevgrad?

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

Stops in Blagoevgrad

A
Sveti Dimitar Solunski
bul. "Sveti Dimitar Solunski" 19, 2700 Blagoevgrad Center, Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria
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Blagoevgrad
bul. "Sveti Dimitar Solunski" 15, 2700 Blagoevgrad Center, Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria
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Compare bus companies

Arda Tur

3/5256 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi1.6

Based on 256 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Arda Tur ticket prices on this trip start at £19

Arda Tur Thessaloniki Blagoevgrad recent customer reviews

the bus stopped 2 times for one hour because a crazy woman, she should've been kicked off.

Aleksi R.

3 November 2025

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51,946 reviews

Staff2.8

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.9

FlixBus

3.5/511,386 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Tourist Service Holding

4/550 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.2

LIKEBUS

3.5/527 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.7

Infobus

4/5490 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.8

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Thessaloniki to Blagoevgrad

What's the distance between Thessaloniki and Blagoevgrad by coach?
The journey from Thessaloniki to Blagoevgrad by coach covers an approximate distance of 97 miles (156 km).
How can I get from Thessaloniki to Blagoevgrad without driving?
You can reach Blagoevgrad from Thessaloniki by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.