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Athens to Thessaloniki Bus Schedule
Bus from Athens to Thessaloniki: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Athens to Thessaloniki. Traveling by bus from Athens to Thessaloniki usually takes around 18 hours and 59 minutes, but the fastest Union Ivkoni bus can make the trip in 18 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 188 mi (303 km) |
| Shortest duration | 18h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $57.94 |
| Most frequent service | Union Ivkoni |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Athens to Thessaloniki?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Athens to Thessaloniki. Union Ivkoni is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Ivkoni | 2 | 19h 0m | $92.37 |
Union Ivkoni was founded in Bulgaria in 1992 and quickly expanded its operations throughout Europe. Popular routes include both shorter travels within one country and long-haul international trips. Their reliable buses offer amenities to make your trip comfortable, including air conditioning, extra legroom, and power outlets. Union Ivkoni usually operates 2 trips per day on the route from Athens to Thessaloniki, and the trip usually takes 19 hours and 0 minutes to complete.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Athens to Thessaloniki
The bus takes an average of 18 hours and 59 minutes to cover the 188 miles from Athens to Thessaloniki. However, the fastest bus only takes 18 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.
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, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 6:00pm and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Athens to Thessaloniki, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Athens?
Main departure station: Pl. Karaiskaki 2
Athens has two bus stations with service to Thessaloniki.
All bus stations in Athens:
Pl. Karaiskaki 2
Athens Chiou
Where does the bus arrive in Thessaloniki?
Main arrival station: Macedonia Intercity Bus Station
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Thessaloniki.
All bus stations in Thessaloniki:
Macedonia Intercity Bus Station
Thessaloniki Train Station Bus Stop
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