Istanbul to Thessaloniki by train + bus
This route from Istanbul to Thessaloniki is not by train the whole way: by train, bus it takes about 21h 55m in total, run by TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş., ArdaTur. A quicker option we found is bus, at 9h 15m.
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The journey, step by step
- 1trainIstanbul → Plovdıv
TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş. - 2busPlovdıv → Thessaloniki
ArdaTur
train or bus?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| train | €130 | 21h 55m | 1 transfer |
| bus | €45 | 9h 15m | direct |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Istanbul to Thessaloniki by train: common questions
How long does Istanbul to Thessaloniki take by train?
The train does not cover the whole route: train + bus together take about 21h 55m, 1 transfer.
How much is a train ticket from Istanbul to Thessaloniki?
The best price in our latest check was €130. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the train from Istanbul to Thessaloniki?
TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş., ArdaTur. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the bus better?
The bus is faster at 9h 15m. It is cheaper too, at €45.
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