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ITIstanbul to Thessaloniki Train & Bus Tickets
From Istanbul (Turkey) to Thessaloniki (Greece) · about 693 km
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Buses on this route have typically taken about 9–10 hours, with fares from about €15. We have no recent train or bus fares for Istanbul to Thessaloniki to show, so treat these as a rough guide and search a date for current prices.
Istanbul to Thessaloniki: what to expect
Istanbul and Thessaloniki are about 693 kilometres apart. TransitScanner compares the train and bus options sold on this route across many sellers, so fares, journey times and companies can be seen side by side.
This is an international route from Turkey to Greece. Carry valid travel documents (passport or EU ID card where applicable) for border checks. At 693 km this is a long-distance journey.
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How to find cheap Istanbul–Thessaloniki tickets
- Book early: fares often rise as the departure date approaches.
- Fares often differ between weekdays and times of day, so compare several dates.
- Use the multi-date scanner to find the cheapest day in a week or month.
- Compare direct and connecting options: a change can be cheaper, a direct journey is usually quicker.
About Thessaloniki
- Cyril and Methodius, who created the first literary language of the Slavs, were both natives of Thessaloniki. (Source: Wikipedia)
- Legend says Princess Thessalonike, who gave the city its name, became a mermaid living in the Aegean. (Source: Wikipedia)
- Greeks call Thessaloniki 'i Symprotévousa', literally 'the co-capital', a nod to its Byzantine-era standing. (Source: Wikipedia)
FAQ: Istanbul to Thessaloniki
How long does the journey from Istanbul to Thessaloniki take?
Roughly 9–10 hours by bus (indicative), over about 693 km. Train times depend on the operator and the day, so search a date for exact times.
What is the cheapest ticket from Istanbul to Thessaloniki?
Fares vary by date and operator. Buses on this route have typically started from around €15 (indicative). Search your date to compare current train and bus prices.