Sofia to Thessaloníki by bus
Thessaloníki lies 231 km (144 mi) south of Sofia, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 4 h 24 min including stops, over roughly 282 km (175 mi) of road.
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| Sofia | Thessaloníki | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Bulgaria | Greece |
| Population | 1.2 million | 317,778 |
| Elevation | 562 m (1,844 ft) | -9,999 m (-32,805 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Sofia) | UTC+3 (Europe/Athens) |
What changes when you arrive in Thessaloníki
Crossing from Bulgaria into Greece: money changes from the Lev to the Euro (EUR); the dialling code becomes +30; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648793.
Where to book buses from Sofia to Thessaloníki
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Staying in Thessaloníki
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Common questions
How far is Thessaloníki from Sofia?
231 km (144 mi) in a straight line, south of Sofia; by road roughly 282 km (175 mi).
How long does it take to get from Sofia to Thessaloníki by bus?
About 4 h 24 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sofia and Thessaloníki?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Thessaloníki?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.