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Cheap coach tickets from Istanbul to Thessaloniki
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Coach from Istanbul to Thessaloniki: Journey Information
There are 5 intercity coaches per day from Istanbul to Thessaloniki. Travelling by coach from Istanbul to Thessaloniki usually takes around 9 hours and 39 minutes, but the fastest Arda Tur coach can make the trip in 8 hours and 30 minutes.
- Distance
- 316 mi (509 km)
- Shortest duration
- 8h 30m
- Cheapest price
- £38.31
- Trips per day
- 5
- Most frequent service
- Arda Tur
- Coach lines
- 2
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Istanbul to Thessaloniki Coach Timetable
There are several coach options that can take you from Istanbul to Thessaloniki:
See more detailsHow much is a coach ticket from Istanbul to Thessaloniki?
Coach tickets for a trip from Istanbul to Thessaloniki cost about £39 when you book at the cheapest time, 24 days ahead. Tickets cheaper than £39 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.
Average coach ticket prices from Istanbul to Thessaloniki by travel date
If you're planning to travel by coach from Istanbul to Thessaloniki in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £38 to £40. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 10 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Thessaloniki this week, coach tickets are available starting at £38.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest coach tickets, book your trip at least 24 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £0.18 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What coach companies travel from Istanbul to Thessaloniki?
There are two coach lines that have daily service from Istanbul to Thessaloniki that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Arda Tur usually offers more choice, with 5 scheduled trips per day.
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, toilets, complimentary WiFi and power sockets. There are also snacks and drinks available for purchase as well.
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity coach companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 1 trip from Istanbul to Thessaloniki, and usually makes the trip in about 14 hours and 26 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as toilets, air conditioning, and power sockets.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Istanbul to Thessaloniki
There are 5 scheduled coaches that travel from Istanbul to Thessaloniki every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Istanbul to Thessaloniki without transferring.
Trips per day
5
Direct trips
5
The coach takes an average of 9 hours and 39 minutes to cover the 316 miles from Istanbul to Thessaloniki. However, the fastest coach only takes 8 hours and 30 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.
Distance (mi)
316
Distance (km)
509
The first coach leaves at 12:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Istanbul to Thessaloniki, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest coach
12:00pm
Latest coach
11:00pm
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Thessaloniki 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, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
Most crowded
Sunday
Least crowded
Tuesday
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Istanbul?
Main departure station: Istanbul Esenler Otogari
Istanbul has two coach stations with service to Thessaloniki.
All coach stations in Istanbul:
- Istanbul Esenler Otogari
- Esenler Otogarı Otoparkı
Where does the coach arrive in Thessaloniki?
Main arrival station: Bus Station KTEL
Coaches arrive in Thessaloniki at 4 stations, depending on which coach line you are travelling with.
Coach stations in Thessaloniki:
- Bus Station KTEL
- Monastiriou Bus Stop
- Manastiriou 63
- Thessaloniki Macedonia
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