What are the most popular routes to Greece?
| Route | Average price | Average duration | Daily departures | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thessaloniki - Istanbul Europe | Average priceCA$80 | Average duration9h 20m | Daily departures8 | |
| Athens - Sofia | Average priceCA$112 | Average duration11h 45m | Daily departures4 | |
| Thessaloniki - Sofia | Average priceCA$47 | Average duration5h | Daily departures14 | |
| Kremasti - Rhodes | Average priceCA$6 | Average duration16m | Daily departures69 | |
| Athens - Porto Cheli | Average priceCA$42 | Average duration3h 6m | Daily departures33 | |
| Athens - Porto Cheli | Average priceCA$94 | Average duration3h | Daily departures2 | |
| Rhodes - Kremasti | Average priceCA$6 | Average duration19m | Daily departures65 | |
| Kavala - Sofia | Average priceCA$73 | Average duration5h 45m | Daily departures2 | |
| Thessaloniki - Belgrade | Average priceCA$105 | Average duration11h 45m | Daily departures4 | |
| Thessaloniki - Bucharest | Average priceCA$64 | Average duration14h | Daily departures8 |
What popular bus companies operate in Greece?
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Frequently asked questions about traveling in Greece
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much does a bus ticket cost in Greece?
Bus travel in Greece is one of the most affordable ways to get around. Prices vary depending on distance and route: Short trips between nearby cities are usually budget-friendly. In the last 12 months, the average ticket price for domestic routes was CA$36. Long-distance journeys connecting major hubs are more expensive but still offer great value. International routes to neighboring countries are higher priced but often cheaper than flights.
Example fares in Greece:
Thessaloniki ↔ Istanbul Europe (average: CA$80)
Athens ↔ Sofia (average: CA$112)
Thessaloniki ↔ Sofia (average: CA$47)What is the best way to travel around Greece?
While you can choose between different transports, Buses and Ferries are usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore Greece:
- Ferry: 898 routes
- Bus: 426 routesHow do I book bus and train tickets in Greece?
Booking a bus or train ticket is simple and flexible: Online with Busbud, you can compare schedules and operators, reserve your seat in advance and pay securely by selecting your preferred method and currency. You can also download our App: Get it on Google Play, Download on the App Store.
Do I need cash, or can I pay by card in Greece?
When buying Bus or Train tickets in Greece with Busbud we accept the following payment methods:
Currency: Euro (EUR) is the main currency.How do I travel from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Europe by bus?
The bus is the most popular way to travel from Thessaloniki to Istanbul Europe
Travel time: 9h 20m
Ticket prices: From CA$80
Frequency: 8 departures daily
Recommended operators: FlixBus, Union Ivkoni, Arda Tur, Infobus, LIKEBUS, Openline, Karat-S, Grimaldi Lines, Skenderbeu shpk, Alpar TurizmHow do I get from Greece to neighbouring countries by bus or train?
The buses connecting with major cities in neighboring countries are:
Thessaloniki ↔ Istanbul Europe, Turkey
Athens ↔ Sofia, Bulgaria
Thessaloniki ↔ Sofia, BulgariaWhat are the most popular airports in Greece?
You can find trains and bus routes to and from some major airports. For example: Rhodes Airport, Corfu International Airport, Athens Airport, Heraklion International Airport "Nikos Kazantzakis", Kavala Airport