Facts about the transport from Thessaloniki to Sofia
| Cheapest Transport | $17 |
| Fastest Transport | 3h 36m |
| Earliest Departure | 1:05 AM |
| Latest Departure | 9:50 PM |
| Departures per day | 6 |
| Distance | 180 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Aegean, FlixBus |
Thessaloniki to Sofia
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Thessaloniki to Sofia Destination Reviews
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Svyatoslav AI missed the bus. Thank you!!
Thessaloniki to Sofia, Bus Standard AC, Union Ivkoni International , Sep 12, 2025
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Leon Excellent! The driver spoke English very well. He was friendly, helpful and courteous. Many thanks.
Thessaloniki to Sofia, Bus Standard AC, Union Ivkoni Unibus, May 17, 2024
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Volha Old bus, otherwise all good. Vey friendly driver, comfortable driving, Wi-Fi connection. The bus was a bit old.
Thessaloniki to Sofia, Bus Standard AC, Union Ivkoni Unibus, Jul 21, 2023
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Biser Great and professional driver. The bus needs some upgrades.
Thessaloniki to Sofia, Bus Standard AC, Citylines, Jun 12, 2023
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Alexandru Grea trip, on time.
Thessaloniki to Sofia, Bus Standard AC, Union Ivkoni Unibus, Mar 11, 2023
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Anonymous 3 hours late.. I liked that I received an email letting me know about the delay in advance and that I got a quick response on WhatsApp when I asked for an update later. That the driver only gave instructions in greek and then shouted and waved at people who didn't know where to go at the border control because we didn't understand.
Thessaloniki to Sofia, Bus Standard AC, Union Ivkoni Unibus, Nov 9, 2022
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Anonymous The way of driving was very dangerous.
Thessaloniki to Sofia, Bus Standard AC, Union Ivkoni Unibus, Oct 24, 2022
Thessaloniki to Sofia Schedule
| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
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Taxi | Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver | Minivan 7pax | Any time | +3h 38m | $383.27 | |
Flight | El Al | Economy | 00:20 | 16:55 | $501.85 | |
Flight | El Al | Economy | 00:40 | 10:15 | $506.71 | |
Bus | Union Ivkoni International | Standard AC | 01:00 | 07:00 | $10.86 | |
Bus | Union Ivkoni International | Standard AC | 01:30 | 06:15 | $29.65 | |
Bus | Tourist Service Holding AD | Standard AC | 02:00 | 06:30 | $34.89 | |
Flight | Air Serbia | Economy | 04:45 | 15:35 | $316.85 | |
Flight | Aegean | Economy | 06:00 | 20:25 | $123.17 | |
Flight | Sky Express | Economy | 07:00 | 10:00 | $383.45 | |
Flight | Aegean | Economy | 07:30 | 01:30 | $120.26 | |
Flight | Aegean | Economy | 07:55 | 14:30 | $192.31 | |
Bus | Arda Tur | Standard AC | 08:15 | 13:15 | $26.14 | |
Flight | Aegean Airlines | Economy | 08:55 | 20:25 | $345.10 | |
Flight | Aegean | Economy | 09:15 | 01:25 | $248.08 | |
Flight | Turkish Airlines | Economy | 09:35 | 14:45 | $212.64 | |
Flight | Sky Express | Economy | 10:00 | 19:45 | $275.57 | |
Flight | Eurowings | Economy | 10:45 | 11:10 | $122.01 | |
Flight | Aegean | Economy | 11:15 | 14:30 | $127.82 | |
Flight | Sky Express | Economy | 12:00 | 19:45 | $99.93 | |
Flight | Sky Express | Economy | 12:30 | 19:45 | $223.10 |
How to get from Thessaloniki to Sofia
Travelling between Thessaloniki and Sofia is possible by Flight, bus and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 454.25 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 16.24.
How long does it take to get from Thessaloniki to Sofia?
It can take you anywhere between 4 and 20 hours to travel between Thessaloniki and Sofia depending on the means of transport you choose.
Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Thessaloniki and Sofia. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 3h 36m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 19h 20m to reach Sofia.
How much does it cost to get from Thessaloniki to Sofia?
Travelling between Thessaloniki and Sofia can be as cheap as USD 16.24 if you opt for a FlixBus bus and as expensive as USD 454.25 if you buy a Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver taxi ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Thessaloniki and Sofia ?
- 3 from Thessaloniki to Sofia starting from 01:05 Thessaloniki Train Station until 17:30 Thessaloniki Train Station
- 3 from Thessaloniki to Sofia starting from 00:00 Thessaloniki Transfer until 00:00 Thessaloniki Transfer
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Thessaloniki to Sofia.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Thessaloniki to Sofia overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Thessaloniki and Sofia
FlixBus
Taxi
Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.
Companies offering charters between Thessaloniki and Sofia
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
What is the most popular transport to get from Thessaloniki to Sofia?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 100% opted for a bus
Transportation from Thessaloniki to Sofia
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Buses$ 16.27
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Flights$ 159.19
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Taxis$ 313.73
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Vans are not available