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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Thessaloniki to Istanbul. Traveling by bus from Thessaloniki to Istanbul usually takes around 9 hours and 2 minutes, but the fastest Arda Tur bus can make the trip in 7 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 316 mi (509 km) |
| Shortest duration | 7h 45m |
| Cheapest price | $42.37 |
| Trips per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Arda Tur |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus 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.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arda Tur | 4 | 8h 48m | $42.91 |
| Simeonidis Tours | 1 | 9h 55m | $48.40 |
Arda Tur is a Bulgarian intercity bus 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 $48. Typically there is one Simeonidis Tours schedule per day 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 . In Istanbul, Simeonidis Tours arrives at Esenler Otogarı Otoparkı .
An average trip on Simeonidis Tours from Thessaloniki to Istanbul takes 9 hours and 55 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 one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Istanbul.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 9 hours and 2 minutes to cover the 316 miles from Thessaloniki to Istanbul. However, the fastest bus 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 bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
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, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Thessaloniki to Istanbul, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Thessaloniki?
Main departure station: Monastiriou Bus Stop
Buses to Istanbul leave from 3 stations in Thessaloniki.
All bus stations in Thessaloniki:
Monastiriou Bus Stop
Bus Station KTEL
Simeonidis Tours Office
Where does the bus arrive in Istanbul?
Main arrival station: Istanbul Esenler Otogari
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Istanbul.
All bus stations in Istanbul:
Istanbul Esenler Otogari
Esenler Otogarı Otoparkı
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