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Prices verified: Aug 2026 Source: Fare source

Skopje to Thessaloniki: Travel Options & Verdict

Distance: 235 km • Center-to-center journey comparison.

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Daily international coaches run via Gevgelija and the Bogorodica / Evzoni border in 3 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours for €20 to €25. Note that Greece is 1 hour ahead (GMT+2).
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    Skopje Start
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    Thessaloniki 235 km route

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Transport options from Skopje to Thessaloniki
Transport Mode Operator Duration Typical Price Stations / Airports Key Booking Tip
bus Direct Regional Operator 3h 45m €20.00 - €25.00
Dep: Skopje Central Bus Station
Arr: Thessaloniki Central Railway Station
Direct link from North Macedonia to the Aegean coast. Fare source
Prices reflect advance bookings and typical peak variances.
Prices verified: Aug 2026 Source: Fare source
Traveling in the opposite direction? Thessaloniki → Skopje options are mirror schedules.