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Journey Information
There are 5 intercity coaches per day from Thessaloniki to Istanbul. Traveling by coach from Thessaloniki to Istanbul usually takes around 9 hours and 8 minutes, but the fastest Arda Tur coach can make the trip in 7 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 316 mi (509 km) |
| Shortest duration | 7h 45m |
| Cheapest price | US$42.37 |
| Trips per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | Arda Tur |
| Coach lines | 2 |
What coach companies travel from Thessaloniki to Istanbul?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Thessaloniki to Istanbul that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Arda Tur usually offers more choice, with 4 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arda Tur | 4 | 8h 55m | US$42.79 |
| Simeonidis Tours | 1 | 10h 0m | US$48.28 |
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.
Book Simeonidis Tours from Thessaloniki to Istanbul from US$48. There are 1 Simeonidis Tours schedules from Thessaloniki to Istanbul and you can expect on average to pay for a Simeonidis Tours ticket to Istanbul. In Thessaloniki, Simeonidis Tours departs to Istanbul from Simeonidis Tours Office and no other station. In Istanbul, Simeonidis Tours arrives at Esenler Otogarı Otoparkı and no other station.
An average trip on Simeonidis Tours from Thessaloniki to Istanbul takes 10 hours and 0 minutes , while the fastest available Simeonidis Tours trip will get you to Istanbul in 7 hours and 45 minutes .
On weekends, Simeonidis Tours offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Istanbul.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 9 hours and 8 minutes to cover the 316 miles from Thessaloniki to Istanbul. However, the fastest coach only takes 7 hours and 45 minutes. 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.
Because many passengers travel from Thessaloniki to Istanbul at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Thessaloniki to Istanbul, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Thessaloniki?
Main departure station: Monastiriou Bus Stop
Coaches to Istanbul leave from 3 stations in Thessaloniki.
All coach stations in Thessaloniki:
Monastiriou Bus Stop
Bus Station KTEL
Simeonidis Tours Office
Where does the coach arrive in Istanbul?
Main arrival station: Istanbul Esenler Otogari
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Istanbul.
Coach stations in Istanbul:
Istanbul Esenler Otogari
Esenler Otogarı Otoparkı
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