Bus Tickets from Thessaloniki to Istanbul

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: March 13 at
    Departure city: Thessaloniki
    Departure location: Thessaloniki 28 Monastiriou Street
    Arrival time: March 14 at
    Destination city: Istanbul Europe
    Destination location: Esenler Otogarı
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: March 13 at
    Departure city: Thessaloniki
    Departure location: Thessaloniki 28 Monastiriou Street
    Arrival time: March 13 at
    Destination city: Istanbul Europe
    Destination location: Esenler Otogar, Istanbul
    Operated by: Arda TurArda Tur
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: March 13 at
    Departure city: Thessaloniki
    Departure location: Thessaloniki 28 Monastiriou Street
    Arrival time: March 13 at
    Destination city: Istanbul Europe
    Destination location: Esenler Otogar, Istanbul
    Operated by: Arda TurArda Tur
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: March 13 at
    Departure city: Thessaloniki
    Departure location: Thessaloniki Simeonidis Tours Office
    Arrival time: March 14 at
    Destination city: Istanbul Europe
    Destination location: Esenler Otogarı
    Operated by: Simeonidis ToursSimeonidis Tours
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: March 13 at
    Departure city: Thessaloniki
    Departure location: Thessaloniki 28 Monastiriou Street
    Arrival time: March 13 at
    Destination city: Istanbul Europe
    Destination location: Esenler Otogar, Istanbul
    Operated by: Arda TurArda Tur
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Thessaloniki to Istanbul Europe: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$51
Average Bus Trip Duration9h 1m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure12:15am
Distance506 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Thessaloniki to Istanbul Buses

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Thessaloniki - Istanbul Europe

  1. How long is the bus ride from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Europe?

    The bus ride from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Europe takes 9h 1m, on average. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Istanbul Europe in 7h 45m

  2. How far is Thessaloniki from Istanbul Europe?

    It's about 508 km (315 miles) from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Europe.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Europe?

    Buses departing from Κ. Τ. Ε. Λ in Thessaloniki will take you to İstanbul in Istanbul Europe.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Europe?

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Europe. With a starting ticket price of US$39, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Europe?

    You can expect to pay around US$51 for the bus ride from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Europe.

  6. Can I take an overnight bus from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Europe?

    Yes! If you're heading from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Europe, you'll find buses departing until 11:59pm and arriving the next day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
03-10
US$50
03-11
US$51
Today
US$51
03-13
US$44
03-14
US$50
03-15
US$51
03-16
US$51
03-17
US$51
%{brand}s logoThe cheapest trip from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Europe was searched and found on Mar 13, 2025 with a price of US$44

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Europe, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$44 to US$65 for a bus ticket from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Europe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$44 which is on 2025-03-13.

Usually STOU, Flixbus (GR) will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Thessaloniki and Istanbul Europe!

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Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Europe will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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