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From Thessaloniki to Istanbul by train, bus and carpooling

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The next cheapest train, bus and carpooling ticket from Thessaloniki to Istanbul is on Friday 21 August 2026. Book it now before the price goes up!

Trip info

506 kmDistance
50€ - 113€Prices
1.59 millions of Km traveled by our travelers
DirectTrip type
9h00Trip duration
CarriersSimeonidis Tours.
Detailed itinerary
🚌 Bus
Price range

50€ - 113€

Duration

9h00 - 10h00

ItineraryDirect
Departure stationThessaloniki Simeonidis Tours Office
Arrival stationIstanbul Büyük Otogari
CompaniesSimeonidis Tours
First trip15h38
Last trip21h43
Number of daily trips1

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Traveling from Thessaloniki to Istanbul
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I emit 98.65% less CO2

109
kg CO₂e
8%
9.17
années de chauffage électrique par m²
15
repas avec du boeuf
73.4
kg d'avocat
16.9
t-shirts en coton
183
litres de café
238
kg d'aubergine
189
kg de chou de bruxelles
97
litres de bière
4.33
jeans
228
kg de fraise
213
repas végétariens
822,776
litres d'eau du robinet
9,918
km en vélo (ou trottinette) à assistance électrique
169
kg de pastèque

Your personal carbon footprint will be 1.48kg of CO2 for this trip by train Thessaloniki-Istanbul. Yes, it's much better than if you had opted for a plane or even your own car. By the way, if you want to compare carbon emissions by type of transport, you can use our tool at the top of the page.

Thessaloniki Istanbul by train, bus and carpooling: tickets, prices, and schedules

Are you going on a trip to Istanbul?

Choose from a ticket by bus Simeonidis Tours, as all these train, bus and carpooling companies serve this from Thessaloniki to Istanbul route.

It's really perfect for you, as these train, bus and carpooling companies from Thessaloniki to Istanbul allow you to travel in just 0h.

Not that long for a journey of 506 kilometers in the end!

Don't feel like making stops or layovers during your trip? Perfect, this route Thessaloniki Istanbul is direct and affordable.

For a price of 50 € , you'll be able to travel easily between Thessaloniki and Istanbul in 9h00 minimum in train, bus and carpooling.

At this price, it's an opportunity not to be missed!

But the best way to book the train, bus and carpooling ticket at the best price is to use our comparator above.

You'll easily find the best time to book, based on your departure date. Handy!

How to travel from Thessaloniki to Istanbul with Tictactrip

bus Thessaloniki Istanbul 🚌

You should expect a minimum price of 50€ for a journey direct Thessaloniki Istanbul. Depending on the date of your search on Tictactrip, the price for the journey from Thessaloniki to Istanbul can go up to 113€ (on average, it costs 78€).The very first departure of bus from Thessaloniki to Istanbul of the day takes place at 15h38, and the last one is usually at 21h43. The average duration of this journey is 9h53.  The travel time Thessaloniki ➜ Istanbul is generally between 9h00 and 10h00. This is carried out and offered by Simeonidis Tours. It usually departs from Thessaloniki Simeonidis Tours Office and arrives at Istanbul Büyük Otogari.  Every day, you have the choice between 1 buses from Thessaloniki to Istanbul.

train Thessaloniki Istanbul 🚄

Unfortunately, our train companies do not operate from Thessaloniki to Istanbul trips by train. But don't worry, you can still find the best prices with our other means of transportation

carpooling Thessaloniki Istanbul 🚗

We have no information concerning from Thessaloniki to Istanbul by carpooling. Blablacar or Idvroom probably don't have any users offering this trip.

Frequently Asked Questions about Thessaloniki - Istanbul

How much does a bus Thessaloniki Istanbul cost?

Expect at least 50 € for a bus Thessaloniki Istanbul. Depending on the period of your search, the price of the Thessaloniki Istanbul journey can rise to 113 €. A bus from Thessaloniki to Istanbul costs an average of 78 €.

How long is the trip Thessaloniki Istanbul by bus?

You can expect at least 9h00 for a bus Thessaloniki Istanbul. Your trip from Thessaloniki to Istanbul can take up to 10h00 depending on the time of day and the bus company you choose. Your Thessaloniki Istanbul trip in bus lasts on average 9h53.

When is the first bus Thessaloniki Istanbul leaving?

Would you like to know the first and last departure times of your bus Thessaloniki Istanbul? You're in the right place! Every day, the first departure of the bus Thessaloniki Istanbul takes place at 15h38. Conversely, the very last departure is at 21h43. Are you more of a morning person or always leaving at the last minute?

How many bus Thessaloniki Istanbul are there every day ?

1 buss Thessaloniki Istanbul circulate every day. You have no excuse not to travel.