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National Museum of Serbia
Serbia’s leading museum on Republic Square, with major archaeological, medieval, and fine-art collections including works by European masters.
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$91
Fastest journey
11 h 45 m
Average duration
23 h 38 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
505 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Thessaloniki to Belgrade is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thessaloniki to Belgrade will cost around $91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
Of the 3 buses that leave Thessaloniki for Belgrade on Sun, Jul 12, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 12 the direct buses cover the 505 km distance in an average of 23 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 45 m .
On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest buses will take 1 d 5 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Thessaloniki to Belgrade among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $61, and a flight costs an average of $79.
Distance: 313 miles (505 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$68 Average price Cheapest | $238 Average price | $173 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 53m Average total duration 11h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Thessaloniki to Belgrade:
A bus is $169 (€139) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Thessaloniki to Belgrade costing on average $238 (€195).
Other travel options to Belgrade take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 23m.
Tickets start at around $68 (€56) compared to roughly $173 (€142) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $104 (€86). The journey takes 11h 23m versus 6h 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Axios Travel, City Lines, Infobus, Siamos Tours, FP Travel, Siamos Tours.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 29h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Axios Travel | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 29h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Siamos Tours | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 34h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
The table below shows live departures for Thessaloniki to Belgrade buses for tomorrow, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 AM Thessaloniki, Monastiriou - KTEL (Θεσσαλονίκη, Μοναστηρίου - ΚΤΕΛ) | 29h40 | 1:00 PM Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)) | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Thessaloniki, Station Monastiriou (Θεσσαλονίκηб, Στάση Μοναστηρίου) | 11h45 | 3:45 AM Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 PM Thessaloniki, Monastiriou - KTEL (Θεσσαλονίκη, Μοναστηρίου - ΚΤΕΛ) | 29h30 | 10:00 PM Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)) | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Thessaloniki to Belgrade run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $61 (€50) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 13:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 313 miles (505 km) distance in 9h 30m.
Distance 313 miles (505 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€50) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 9h 30m |
First bus 1:00 PM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
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Serbia’s leading museum on Republic Square, with major archaeological, medieval, and fine-art collections including works by European masters.
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Belgrade’s main pedestrian street lined with historic buildings, shops, and cultural institutions, ideal for first-time visitors.
Large park surrounding the fortress, popular for walks, sunsets, monuments, and sweeping river views at the city’s historic core.
Historic bohemian quarter with cobbled lanes and old-town atmosphere, one of Belgrade’s most recognizable strolling areas.
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Well-known eclectic restaurant with creative décor, generous portions, and a Serbian-Italian menu that has become a Belgrade favorite.
Popular central Belgrade restaurant serving Serbian comfort food, grilled specialties, and rakija in a lively, stylish setting.
Affordable for most tourists. Meals, coffee, and local transport are cheap, while central hotels cost more.
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