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Thessaloniki to Stara Zagora bus

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Thessaloniki - Stara Zagora Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 3 intercity buses per day from Thessaloniki to Stara Zagora. Traveling by bus from Thessaloniki to Stara Zagora usually takes around 9 hours and 17 minutes, but the fastest Tourist Service Holding AD bus can make the trip in 8 hours,

Distance186 mi (299 km)
Shortest duration8h 0m
Cheapest price$29.67
Trips per day3
Most frequent serviceCitylines
Bus lines3

What bus companies travel from Thessaloniki to Stara Zagora?

There are 3 bus lines from Thessaloniki to Stara Zagora available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. Each of these companies only runs one bus per day. The following table helps you compare your available choices:

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Citylines18h 56m$39.46
Tourist Service Holding AD18h 59m$41.35
Union Ivkoni210h 35m$29.97
  • Citylines, a prominent Bulgarian bus company based in Sofia, offers an extensive network of routes connecting cities within Bulgaria and beyond, operating numerous daily trips. The company's services extend to countries such as Greece, Turkey, Montenegro, and Germany, providing convenient travel options for passengers. One of Citylines' popular routes is the 12-hour journey from Sofia to Athens, which runs twice daily, and passengers can enjoy amenities such as air conditioning, onboard restrooms, and Wi-Fi connectivity for a comfortable and convenient travel experience.

  • Book Tourist Service Holding AD from Thessaloniki to Stara Zagora from $41. There are 1 Tourist Service Holding AD schedules from Thessaloniki to Stara Zagora and you can expect on average to pay for a Tourist Service Holding AD ticket to Stara Zagora. In Thessaloniki, Tourist Service Holding AD departs to Stara Zagora from Macedonia Intercity Bus Station and no other station. In Stara Zagora, Tourist Service Holding AD arrives at Central Bus Station and no other station.

    An average trip on Tourist Service Holding AD from Thessaloniki to Stara Zagora takes 8 hours and 59 minutes , while the fastest available Tourist Service Holding AD trip will get you to Stara Zagora in 8 hours and 0 minutes .

    On weekends, Tourist Service Holding AD offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Stara Zagora.

  • Union Ivkoni was founded in Bulgaria in 1992 and quickly expanded its operations throughout Europe. Popular routes include both shorter travels within one country and long-haul international trips. Their reliable buses offer amenities to make your trip comfortable, including air conditioning, extra legroom, and power outlets. Union Ivkoni usually operates 2 trips per day on the route from Thessaloniki to Stara Zagora, and the trip usually takes 10 hours and 35 minutes to complete.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 9 hours and 17 minutes to cover the 299 kilometers from Thessaloniki to Stara Zagora. However, the fastest bus only takes 8 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

"With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go."

The first bus leaves at 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 1:00am. To see the times for all buses from Thessaloniki to Stara Zagora, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Thessaloniki to Stara Zagora every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Thessaloniki to Stara Zagora without transferring.

City Information

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Thessaloniki?

Main departure station: Bus Station KTEL

Buses to Stara Zagora leave from 3 stations in Thessaloniki.

All bus stations in Thessaloniki:

  • Bus Station KTEL

  • Macedonia Intercity Bus Station

  • Monastiriou Bus Stop

Where does the bus arrive in Stara Zagora?

Main arrival station: Central Bus Station

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Stara Zagora.

Bus stations in Stara Zagora:

  • Central Bus Station

  • Hotel Zheleznik

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