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What is the best way to travel from Istanbul to Thessaloniki?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Flights for the journey to Thessaloniki from Istanbul. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 6 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
9h 45m
$37
$43
16
Flight
1h 20m
$77
$134
33

What is the cheapest way to reach Thessaloniki from Istanbul?

You can get to Thessaloniki with just $37 by taking a Bus from Kamil Koc, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from $38
tomorrow
from $38
Friday
from $37
Saturday
from $38
Sunday
from $39
Monday
from $40
Tuesday
from $45

    Cheapest Buses today

  • Alpar Turizm
    10h 0m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    $38
  • Arda Tur
    10h 0m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    9:00 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $44
  • Arda Tur
    10h 0m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    1:00 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $44
  • Lilian Express
    12h 0m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Lilian Express
    Economy
    $50
  • Cheapest Flights today

  • Turkish Airlines
    1h 20m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    8:40 AM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $135
  • Turkish Airlines
    1h 25m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    8:55 PM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $261

    Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • Alpar Turizm
    10h 0m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    $38
  • Arda Tur
    10h 0m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    9:00 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $43
  • Arda Tur
    10h 0m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    1:00 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $43
  • Arda Tur
    9h 45m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    6:45 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $43
  • Cheapest Flights tomorrow

  • Sky Express SA
    3h 50m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    1:20 PM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Sky Express SA
    Economy
    from $77
  • Aegean Airlines
    3h 25m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    8:55 AM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Aegean Airlines
    Economy
    from $81
  • Pegasus Airlines
    4h 30m
    0
    5:40 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    9:10 PM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $99
  • Air Serbia
    10h 40m
    0
    5:40 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    3:20 AM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from $119
  • Turkish Airlines
    1h 20m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    8:40 AM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $124

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Kamil Koc
    14h 45m
    0
    11:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    12:45 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    $37
  • Alpar Turizm
    10h 0m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    $40
  • Arda Tur
    9h 45m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    8:45 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45
  • Arda Tur
    9h 45m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    12:45 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Pegasus Airlines
    5h 25m
    0
    10:35 AM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    3:00 PM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $107
  • Pegasus Airlines
    5h 40m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    9:10 PM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $119
  • Pegasus Airlines
    6h 55m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    10:25 PM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $136
  • Turkish Airlines
    1h 25m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    8:55 PM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $175

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Alpar Turizm
    10h 0m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    $38
  • Arda Tur
    9h 45m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    8:45 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45
  • Arda Tur
    9h 45m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    12:45 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45
  • Arda Tur
    10h 0m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    9:00 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Wizz Air
    14h 5m
    0
    12:55 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    2:00 PM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from $89
  • Aegean Airlines
    11h 55m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    8:55 AM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Aegean Airlines
    Economy
    from $105
  • Pegasus Airlines
    5h 40m
    0
    9:20 AM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    2:00 PM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $110
  • Turkish Airlines
    1h 20m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    8:40 AM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $115
  • Sky Express SA
    13h 33m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    11:03 PM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Sky Express SA
    Economy
    from $132

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Alpar Turizm
    10h 0m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    $39
  • Arda Tur
    10h 0m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    9:00 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45
  • Arda Tur
    10h 0m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    1:00 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45
  • Arda Tur
    9h 45m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    6:45 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Pegasus Airlines
    20h 25m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    9:25 AM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $93
  • Pegasus Airlines
    4h 20m
    0
    8:05 AM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    11:25 AM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $154
  • Pegasus Airlines
    9h 0m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    9:30 PM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $159
  • Turkish Airlines
    1h 25m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    8:55 PM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $297

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Alpar Turizm
    10h 0m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    $40
  • Arda Tur
    9h 45m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    8:45 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45
  • Arda Tur
    9h 45m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    12:45 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45
  • Arda Tur
    10h 0m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    9:00 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Arda Tur
    9h 45m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    8:45 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45
  • Arda Tur
    9h 45m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    12:45 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45
  • Arda Tur
    10h 0m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    9:00 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45
  • Arda Tur
    10h 0m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    1:00 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45
  • Arda Tur
    9h 45m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    6:45 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45

What are the fastest trips from Istanbul to Thessaloniki?

You can get to Thessaloniki from Istanbul in just 1h 20m with a Flight from Turkish Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 1h 20m
tomorrow
from 1h 20m
Friday
from 1h 25m
Saturday
from 1h 20m
Sunday
from 1h 25m
Monday
from 9h 45m
Tuesday
from 9h 45m

    Fastest Flights today

  • Turkish Airlines
    1h 20m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    8:40 AM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $135
  • Turkish Airlines
    1h 25m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    8:55 PM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $261
  • Fastest Buses today

  • Alpar Turizm
    10h 0m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    $38
  • Arda Tur
    10h 0m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    9:00 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $44
  • Arda Tur
    10h 0m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    1:00 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $44
  • Lilian Express
    12h 0m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    7:00 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Lilian Express
    Economy
    $50

    Fastest Flights tomorrow

  • Turkish Airlines
    1h 20m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    8:40 AM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $124
  • Aegean Airlines
    3h 25m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    8:55 AM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Aegean Airlines
    Economy
    from $81
  • Sky Express SA
    3h 50m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    1:20 PM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Sky Express SA
    Economy
    from $77
  • Pegasus Airlines
    4h 30m
    0
    5:40 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    9:10 PM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $99
  • Air Serbia
    10h 40m
    0
    5:40 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    3:20 AM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from $119
  • Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • Arda Tur
    9h 45m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    6:45 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $43
  • Alpar Turizm
    10h 0m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    $38
  • Arda Tur
    10h 0m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    9:00 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $43
  • Arda Tur
    10h 0m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    1:00 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $43

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Turkish Airlines
    1h 25m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    8:55 PM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $175
  • Pegasus Airlines
    5h 25m
    0
    10:35 AM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    3:00 PM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $107
  • Pegasus Airlines
    5h 40m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    9:10 PM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $119
  • Pegasus Airlines
    6h 55m
    0
    4:30 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    10:25 PM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $136
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • Arda Tur
    9h 45m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    8:45 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45
  • Arda Tur
    9h 45m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    12:45 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45
  • Alpar Turizm
    10h 0m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    $40
  • Kamil Koc
    14h 45m
    0
    11:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    12:45 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    $37

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Turkish Airlines
    1h 20m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    8:40 AM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $115
  • Pegasus Airlines
    5h 40m
    0
    9:20 AM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    2:00 PM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $110
  • Aegean Airlines
    11h 55m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    8:55 AM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Aegean Airlines
    Economy
    from $105
  • Sky Express SA
    13h 33m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    11:03 PM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Sky Express SA
    Economy
    from $132
  • Wizz Air
    14h 5m
    0
    12:55 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    2:00 PM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from $89
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Arda Tur
    9h 45m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    8:45 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45
  • Arda Tur
    9h 45m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    12:45 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45
  • Alpar Turizm
    10h 0m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    $38
  • Arda Tur
    10h 0m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    9:00 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Turkish Airlines
    1h 25m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    8:55 PM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $297
  • Pegasus Airlines
    4h 20m
    0
    8:05 AM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    11:25 AM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $154
  • Pegasus Airlines
    9h 0m
    0
    1:30 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    9:30 PM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $159
  • Pegasus Airlines
    20h 25m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    9:25 AM
    Thessaloniki Airport
    Thessaloniki Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $93
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Arda Tur
    9h 45m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    6:45 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45
  • Alpar Turizm
    10h 0m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    $39
  • Arda Tur
    10h 0m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    9:00 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45
  • Arda Tur
    10h 0m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    1:00 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • Arda Tur
    9h 45m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    8:45 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45
  • Arda Tur
    9h 45m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    12:45 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45
  • Alpar Turizm
    10h 0m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    $40
  • Arda Tur
    10h 0m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    9:00 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Arda Tur
    9h 45m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    8:45 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45
  • Arda Tur
    9h 45m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    12:45 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45
  • Arda Tur
    9h 45m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    6:45 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45
  • Arda Tur
    10h 0m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    9:00 PM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45
  • Arda Tur
    10h 0m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    1:00 AM
    Thessaloniki
    Station Makedonia
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $45
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Istanbul to Thessaloniki

What are the most popular stations in Istanbul and Thessaloniki?

In Istanbul, you will usually depart from Otogar Bus Station, Esenler Bus Station or Dudullu Bus Station, while in Thessaloniki you will be arriving at Central Bus Station, Station or Station Makedonia, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Thessaloniki from Istanbul? With 7 connections between 6 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Istanbul and Thessaloniki, you can pay as low as $37 with a Bus from Kamil Koc.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Turkish Airlines: you will get to Thessaloniki in just 1h 20m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Istanbul and Thessaloniki are Arda Tur, Pegasus Airlines and Alpar Turizm, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Istanbul and Thessaloniki is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Üsküdar or to Menemeni, and look at flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport, and landing at Thessaloniki Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Istanbul to Thessaloniki?

The most popular companies between Istanbul and Thessaloniki, are Arda Tur, Pegasus Airlines and Alpar Turizm. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Arda Tur, Alpar Turizm, Lilian Express and 1 more.

Airlines: Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Sky Express SA and 3 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Istanbul to Thessaloniki

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Istanbul to Thessaloniki. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Istanbul to Thessaloniki

How can I reach Thessaloniki from Istanbul?

Every day, there are on average 7 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Thessaloniki from Istanbul.

How far is Thessaloniki from Istanbul?

The distance between Istanbul and Thessaloniki is 316.5 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Istanbul and Thessaloniki?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 14 kgs of CO2, a train 18 kgs, a car 87 kgs, and a flight 125 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Istanbul to Thessaloniki?

You can get to Thessaloniki with just $37 by taking a Bus from Kamil Koc.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul to Thessaloniki?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Thessaloniki in just 1h 20m with a Flight from Turkish Airlines.

More routes to Istanbul and to Thessaloniki

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Istanbul and to Thessaloniki. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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