İzmir to Thessaloniki by train + bus
This route from İzmir to Thessaloniki is not by train the whole way: by bus, train it takes about 41h 05m in total, run by FlixBus, TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.. A quicker option we found is bus, at 15h 55m.
A closer look at the Train journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €189
- Total journey
- 41h 05m
- Change
- 3 transfers
- Operator
- FlixBus, TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.
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The journey, step by step
- 1İzmir Otogar Tesis to İstanbul Esenler Otogarı
FlixBus6h 30mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at İstanbul Esenler Otogarı - 2Istanbul to Veliko Tarnovo
TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.15hThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Veliko Tarnovo - 3Veliko Tarnovo to BlagoevgradFlixBus5h 05m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Blagoevgrad - 4Blagoevgrad to ThessalonikiFlixBus3h 20m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Before you travel
Which station?
The departure and arrival stations are not in this observation. Check them with your ticket provider.
Plan the change
The connection time is not stated for this route. Check the provider's rules on connections when you plan the trip.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €76Checked Sep 2 | 16h 45m2 transfers | See Flight details |
| Bus | €54Older observation | 15h 55m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€76Checked Sep 216h 45m · 2 transfersSee Flight details
- Bus€54Older observation15h 55m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
İzmir to Thessaloniki by train: common questions
How long does İzmir to Thessaloniki take by train?
The train does not cover the whole route: train + bus together take about 41h 05m, 3 transfers.
How much is a train ticket from İzmir to Thessaloniki?
The best price in our latest check was €189. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the train from İzmir to Thessaloniki?
FlixBus, TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the bus better?
The bus is faster at 15h 55m. It is cheaper too, at €54.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
- İzmir Thessaloniki train
- İzmir to Thessaloniki by train
- train ticket İzmir to Thessaloniki
- how long is the train from İzmir to Thessaloniki