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

The distance between Thessaloniki and Bucharest by coach is approximately 308 miles (497 km).

How can I travel from Thessaloniki to Bucharest avoiding air travel?

You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Thessaloniki to Bucharest from £17 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Thessaloniki to Bucharest on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:40	Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station	15h 20m	08:00	Autogara Militari	Cheapest
Bus	15:00	Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ	11h 45m	02:45	Bucharest Hotel Continental	Fastest
Bus	09:30	Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station	22h 30m	08:00	Autogara Militari	No tags
Bus	09:30	Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station	21h 45m	07:15	Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal	No tags
Bus	16:40	Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station	14h 35m	07:15	Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Thessaloniki to Bucharest on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:40	Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station	15h 20m	08:00	Autogara Militari	Cheapest
Bus	13:00	Taskou Papageorgiou	11h 25m	00:25	Rahova	Fastest
Bus	01:15	Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station	1d 6h	08:00	Autogara Militari	No tags
Bus	09:30	Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station	22h 30m	08:00	Autogara Militari	No tags
Bus	01:15	Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station	1d 6h	07:15	Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Thessaloniki to Bucharest on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:40	Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station	15h 20m	08:00	Autogara Militari	Cheapest
Bus	17:30	Thessaloniki 28 Monastiriou Street	12h 30m	06:00	Militari	Fastest
Bus	01:15	Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station	1d 6h	08:00	Autogara Militari	No tags
Bus	09:30	Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station	22h 30m	08:00	Autogara Militari	No tags
Bus	01:15	Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station	1d 6h	07:15	Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal	No tags

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Get from Thessaloniki to Bucharest

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 15 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

15h 20mAverage duration

305 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Thessaloniki and Bucharest?

Stops in Thessaloniki

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

Stops in Bucharest

A
Militari
Strada Valea Cascadelor 2, București, Romania
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B
Rahova
Șoseaua Alexandriei 164, București, Romania
C
Bucharest Airport
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D
Autogara Filaret
Autogara Filaret, Str. Piata Garii Filaret, nr. 1, Bükreş, Romanya
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E
Bükreş Filaret Otogar (Bucureşti Filaret)
Strada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, Bükreş / Romanya
F
Piata Natiunile Unite
Calea Victoriei nr. 2, București 030167, Romania

Compare bus companies

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51,946 reviews

Staff2.8

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.9

Based on 1946 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Union Ivkoni ticket prices on this trip start at £20

Union Ivkoni Thessaloniki Bucharest recent customer reviews

There are no charger ports. For a 15 hour bus ride this is not good. Also they closed the on bus bathroom

Andrew R.

21 February 2024

Verry good

Ionela Alina D.

31 August 2023

We arrive safely at home.

Augustin Sorin R.

23 July 2023

LIKEBUS

3.5/527 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.7

FlixBus

3.5/511,422 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Maks Trans LTD

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Thessaloniki to Bucharest

What's the distance between Thessaloniki and Bucharest by coach?
The distance between Thessaloniki and Bucharest by coach is approximately 308 miles (497 km).
How can I travel from Thessaloniki to Bucharest avoiding air travel?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

22/11

£24

23/11

£28

Today

£24

25/11

£28

26/11

£18

27/11

£24

28/11

£18

29/11

£17

The cheapest trip from Thessaloniki to Bucharest was searched and found on 29 Nov 2025 with a price of £17

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

You can expect to pay from £17 to £67 for a bus ticket from Thessaloniki to Bucharest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2025-11-29.

Usually 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.