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How to get from Thessaloniki to Sofia?

Planning to travel to Thessaloniki from Sofia and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from Thessaloniki to Sofia, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Thessaloniki and Sofia, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (Hellenic Train or FlixBus), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from Thessaloniki to Sofia, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Thessaloniki Sofia trip.

For your trip from Thessaloniki to Sofia, you have several transportation options

Bus tickets from Thessaloniki to Sofia

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Thessaloniki to Sofia, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Thessaloniki to Sofia train tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the Thessaloniki Sofia train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the Thessaloniki to Sofia transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

Thessaloniki Sofia Travel Information

Departure city
Thessaloniki
Greece
Central Macedonia
Destination city
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
144 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by train and bus
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Plan your trip from Thessaloniki to Sofia easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Thessaloniki to Sofia easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like flights, trains, buses and carpools according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find in a few clicks the tickets between Thessaloniki and Sofia that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like Hellenic Train or FlixBus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Thessaloniki and Sofia with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Thessaloniki and Sofia

Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Thessaloniki to Sofia?
On-board services Modern buses that travel between Thessaloniki and Sofia are usually equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, power outlets and toilets.
Comfort Thessaloniki-Sofia buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and suspension quality.
Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Thessaloniki to Sofia?
Speed Thessaloniki to Sofia trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Cost Thessaloniki Sofia train tickets can be more expensive than bus or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.

Where to start from in Thessaloniki? Where do I arrive in Sofia?

Thessaloniki Departure Bus Stations

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Departure stations in Thessaloniki

Thessaloniki / Θεσσαλονίκη
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Sofia arrival bus stations

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Sofia Arrival Stations

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Bus Thessaloniki Sofia

The average price of a bus ticket for the trip Thessaloniki-Sofia varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all Thessaloniki-Sofia bus prices on Vivanoda.

The duration of the bus trip between Thessaloniki and Sofia usually varies depending on the traffic conditions and possible stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses traveling to Sofia for your travel date.

Most buses between Thessaloniki and Sofia are new and offer on-board power outlets for charging devices, but this may vary depending on the carrier.

Bus companies Thessaloniki Sofia

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Trains Thessaloniki Sofia

Trains between Thessaloniki and Sofia are equipped with power outlets and free Wi-Fi for passengers. Power outlets are available in most cars, while the Wi-Fi connection may be unstable in some areas.

The average train journey time from Thessaloniki to Sofia depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Sofia are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by running a price search on Vivanoda.

To get the best train fares between Thessaloniki and Sofia, it is recommended to book in advance, be flexible with time schedules and compare train fares with Vivanoda.

Train companies between Thessaloniki and Sofia

Hellenic Train
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