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Bus from Thessaloniki to Skopje: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Thessaloniki to Skopje. Traveling by bus from Thessaloniki to Skopje usually takes around 5 hours and 16 minutes, but the fastest Simeonidis Tours bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 122 mi (197 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $39.79 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Simeonidis Tours |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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Thessaloniki to Skopje Bus Schedule
There are several bus options that can take you from Thessaloniki to Skopje:
See more detailsHow much is a bus ticket from Thessaloniki to Skopje?
Bus tickets for a trip from Thessaloniki to Skopje cost $40.24 on average. Tickets cheaper than $40.24 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from Thessaloniki to Skopje by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Thessaloniki to Skopje in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $40 to $41. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on August 31, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Skopje this week, bus tickets are available starting at $40.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. Booking in advance, even by a couple of days, is the best way to find cheaper bus tickets.
What bus companies travel from Thessaloniki to Skopje?
There are multiple buses that travel from Thessaloniki to Skopje, including Simeonidis Tours. Here is what you should know about the 1 most popular bus lines:
| BUS | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simeonidis Tours | 1 | 5h 16m | $40.28 |
Book Simeonidis Tours from Thessaloniki to Skopje from $39.79. Typically there is one Simeonidis Tours schedule per day from Thessaloniki to Skopje and you can expect on average to pay $40.28 for a Simeonidis Tours ticket to Skopje. In Thessaloniki, Simeonidis Tours departs to Skopje from Simeonidis Tours Office. In Skopje, Simeonidis Tours arrives at Nikola Karev 18.
An average trip on Simeonidis Tours from Thessaloniki to Skopje takes 5 hours and 16 minutes, while the fastest available Simeonidis Tours trip will get you to Skopje in 4 hours and 30 minutes.
On weekends, Simeonidis Tours offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay $39.79 for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Skopje.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Thessaloniki to Skopje
There is usually only one bus per day from Thessaloniki to Skopje. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.
TRIPS PER DAY
1
DIRECT TRIPS
1
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 16 minutes to cover the 122 miles from Thessaloniki to Skopje. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 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 bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
DISTANCE (MI)
122
DISTANCE (KM)
197
There is usually only one bus per day from Thessaloniki to Skopje. It leaves the station in Thessaloniki at 3:30pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
EARLIEST BUS
8:30am
LATEST BUS
3:30pm
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, 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 bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
MOST CROWDED
Tuesday
LEAST CROWDED
Monday
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Thessaloniki?
Main departure station: Simeonidis Tours Office
Most buses depart from the main station in Thessaloniki.
All bus stations in Thessaloniki:
- Simeonidis Tours Office
Where does the bus arrive in Skopje?
Main arrival station: Nikola Karev 18
All buses from Thessaloniki arrive at one main station in Skopje.
All bus stations in Skopje:
- Nikola Karev 18
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