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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Varna Central Bus Station | Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Varna Central Bus Station | Thessaloniki 28 Monastiriou Street | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Central Bus Station Varna | Thessaloniki Simeonidis Tours Office | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Varna Central Bus Station | Thessaloniki 28 Monastiriou Street | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Central Bus Station Varna | Κ.Τ.Ε.Λ | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 1:45 PM EET.
Get from Varna to Thessaloniki
The journey takes about 13 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 565, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Varna and Thessaloniki?
Stops in Varna
- ACentral Bus Station Varna, бул. „Владислав Варненчик“ 158, 9000 Varna, Bulgaria
- B
Varna Bus Station
ж.к. Свети Иван Рилски 28Д, 9009 Sveti Ivan Rilski, Varna, Bulgaria
Stops in Thessaloniki
- ALeof. Dendropotamou, Ampelokipi Menemeni 546 28, Greece
- BMonastiriou 63, Thessaloniki 546 27, Greece
- C
Selanik Makedonya KTEL Otogarı
Selanik KTEL Bus Station, Giannitson 244, Thessaloniki 546 28, 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 Varna to Thessaloniki 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 Varna to Thessaloniki?
The cheapest bus tickets from Varna to Thessaloniki start at R 565. The average price for this route is around R 699. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Varna to Thessaloniki?
The average bus journey time from Varna to Thessaloniki is 13h 45m, covering a distance of 501 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Varna to Thessaloniki route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Arda Tur, Union Ivkoni, FlixBus, Infobus, Karat-S.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Varna to Thessaloniki?
The earliest bus departs from Varna to Thessaloniki at 06:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Varna to Thessaloniki?
A bus trip from Varna to Thessaloniki produces an estimated 13 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 Varna to Thessaloniki?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Karat-S, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 291 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Varna to Thessaloniki?
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 Varna to Thessaloniki?
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 Varna to Thessaloniki?
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 Varna to Thessaloniki was searched and found on 04 Feb 2026 with a price of R 515To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Varna to Thessaloniki as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 515 to R 1 070 for a bus ticket from Varna to Thessaloniki based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 515, which is on 2026-02-04.
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.
