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Istanbul to Thessaloniki Coach Timetable
Coach from Istanbul to Thessaloniki: Journey Information
There are 5 intercity coaches per day from Istanbul to Thessaloniki. Traveling by coach from Istanbul to Thessaloniki usually takes around 9 hours and 17 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 | HUF 16,587.41 |
| Trips per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | Arda Tur |
| Coach lines | 2 |
What coach companies travel from Istanbul to Thessaloniki?
There are two bus 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, restrooms, complimentary WiFi and power outlets. 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 bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 1 trips from Istanbul to Thessaloniki, and usually makes the trip in about 14 hours and 25 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Istanbul to Thessaloniki
The coach takes an average of 9 hours and 17 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.
"Travelers prefer riding the coach on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Thessaloniki. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet."
The first coach leaves at 12:00 and the last coach leaves at 22:00. To see the times for all coaches from Istanbul to Thessaloniki, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
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 traveling with.
Coach stations in Thessaloniki:
Bus Station KTEL
Monastiriou Bus Stop
Manastiriou 63
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