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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv. Traveling by coach from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv usually takes around 7 hours and 19 minutes, but the fastest Tourist Service Holding AD coach can make the trip in 6 hours,
| Distance | 139 mi (224 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 0m |
| Cheapest price | £19.78 |
| Trips per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Arda Tur |
| Coach lines | 3 |
Coaches from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv
- Arda Tur: 2 daily coaches from £23
- Citylines: 1 daily coaches from £19
- Tourist Service Holding AD: 1 daily coaches from £23
What coach companies travel from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv?
There are 3 bus lines from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. Arda Tur offers the most choice in regards to departure times, with a couple of different times on its daily bus schedule.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arda Tur | 2 | 7h 25m | £24.04 |
| Citylines | 1 | 7h 26m | £23.01 |
| Tourist Service Holding AD | 1 | 6h 59m | £23.50 |
Arda Tur is a Bulgarian intercity coach company serving a large number of cities in Bulgaria as well as destinations across Europe, like Czech Republic, Austria, and Germany. Onboard, you’ll find extra legroom, air conditioning, restrooms, complimentary WiFi and power outlets. There are also snacks and drinks available for purchase as well.
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 Plovdiv from £23. There are 1 Tourist Service Holding AD schedules from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv and you can expect on average to pay for a Tourist Service Holding AD ticket to Plovdiv. In Thessaloniki, Tourist Service Holding AD departs to Plovdiv from Macedonia Intercity Bus Station and no other station. In Plovdiv, Tourist Service Holding AD arrives at Bus Station South and no other station.
An average trip on Tourist Service Holding AD from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv takes 6 hours and 59 minutes , while the fastest available Tourist Service Holding AD trip will get you to Plovdiv in 6 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 to Plovdiv.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 7 hours and 19 minutes to cover the 139 miles from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv. However, the fastest coach only takes 6 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Plovdiv at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your coach travel for the beginning of the week."
The first coach leaves at 01:00 and the last coach leaves at 15:00. To see the times for all coaches from Thessaloniki to Plovdiv, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Thessaloniki?
Main departure station: Bus Station KTEL
Thessaloniki has two coach stations with service to Plovdiv.
All coach stations in Thessaloniki:
Bus Station KTEL
Macedonia Intercity Bus Station
Where does the coach arrive in Plovdiv?
Main arrival station: Bus Station South
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Plovdiv.
Coach stations in Plovdiv:
Bus Station South
Plovdiv Central Railway Station
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