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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Thessaloniki 28 Monastiriou Street | Plovdiv Bus and Coach Station Sever | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Selanik Makedonya KTEL Otogarı | Plovdiv Central Train Station Bus Stop, Bul. Hristo Botev 46, Plovdiv | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station | Plovdiv Bus and Coach Station Sever | No tags |
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Get from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv
The journey takes about 8 hours, and with fares starting at just R 388, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Thessaloniki and Plovdiv?
Stops in Thessaloniki
- A
Selanik Makedonya KTEL Otogarı
Selanik KTEL Bus Station, Giannitson 244, Thessaloniki 546 28, Greece - BLeof. Dendropotamou, Ampelokipi Menemeni 546 28, Greece
- CMonastiriou 63, Thessaloniki 546 27, Greece
- 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv?
The cheapest bus tickets from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv start at R 388. The average price for this route is around R 514. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv?
The average bus journey time from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv is 8h, covering a distance of 225 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h and is operated by Arda Tur.
Which bus companies service the Thessaloniki to Plovdiv route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Arda Tur, Union Ivkoni, Infobus, Karat-S, Tourist Service Holding.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv?
The earliest bus departs from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv?
A bus trip from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Tourist Service Holding, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 50 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Infobus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Karat-S, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Infobus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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 Thessaloniki to Plovdiv was searched and found on 03 Feb 2026 with a price of R 356To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 356 to R 596 for a bus ticket from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 358, which is on 2026-02-08.
Usually Arda Tur 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.
