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Archaeological Museum Sandanski
The city’s main museum presents finds from ancient Parthicopolis, including mosaics, sculpture, and material from the Roman period.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Thessaloniki to Sandanski is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thessaloniki to Sandanski will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 7 buses from Thessaloniki to Sandanski, including 7 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 107 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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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Buses from Thessaloniki to Sandanski run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 66 miles (107 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 66 miles (107 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Thessaloniki to Sandanski.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator ArdaTur | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator ArdaTur | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator ArdaTur | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator ArdaTur | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator ArdaTur | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator ArdaTur | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator ArdaTur | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator ArdaTur | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator ArdaTur | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator ArdaTur | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator ArdaTur | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator Ilias Travel | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator Ilias Travel | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator ArdaTur | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Ilias Travel | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator Ilias Travel | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator Ilias Travel | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator ArdaTur | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
The table below shows live departures for Thessaloniki to Sandanski buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:00 AM Thessaloniki, Station Monastiriou (Θεσσαλονίκηб, Στάση Μοναστηρίου) | 3h00 | 12:00 PM Sandanski, Bus Station (Сандански, Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:15 AM Thessaloniki, Central Bus Station Makedonia | 2h45 | 12:00 PM Sandanski, Bus Station (Сандански, Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
7309366 | 3:10 PM Thessaloniki | 2h35 | 5:45 PM Sandanski | 0 transfersDirect | |
7309366 | 3:30 PM Thessaloniki | 2h15 | 5:45 PM Sandanski | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 PM Thessaloniki, Central Bus Station Makedonia | 3h00 | 7:30 PM Sandanski, Bus Station (Сандански, Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Thessaloniki, Station Monastiriou (Θεσσαλονίκηб, Στάση Μοναστηρίου) | 2h30 | 7:30 PM Sandanski, Bus Station (Сандански, Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM Thessaloniki, Monastiriou - KTEL (Θεσσαλονίκη, Μοναστηρίου - ΚΤΕΛ) | 2h40 | 8:10 PM Sandanski, Bus Station (Сандански, Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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The city’s main museum presents finds from ancient Parthicopolis, including mosaics, sculpture, and material from the Roman period.
Open-air archaeological museum with conserved ruins and interpretation of the ancient town beneath modern Sandanski.
Museum display centered on the Episcopal Basilica, notable for preserved mosaics and early Christian history.
Large landscaped park with walking paths, sculptures, and a mild climate; the city’s best-known place for a relaxed stroll.
Main pedestrian street lined with shops and public spaces, ideal for seeing everyday city life and evening walks.
Central town square used for events and gatherings, surrounded by civic buildings and easy to combine with nearby sights.
Kapama is a slow-baked festive stew of sauerkraut, rice and mixed meats, common in Pirin Macedonia and prized for its rich layered flavor.
Banski starets is a dry-cured pork sausage from the nearby Bansko area, seasoned simply and air-dried in the mountain climate.
Chomlek is a slow-cooked casserole of veal or beef, potatoes, onions and red wine, traditional in southwestern Bulgaria.
Traditional Bulgarian tavern known for regional dishes, grilled meats and local wine in a rustic, lively atmosphere.
Well-known restaurant in Sandanski offering Bulgarian and European dishes with a polished setting suitable for a longer dinner.
Casual local venue popular for Bulgarian comfort food, salads and barbecue dishes with dependable service.
Budget-friendly versus many European spa towns: lodging, dining, and local transport are generally low cost for visitors.
Tipping is appreciated but not obligatory. Round up in cafes and taxis; leave about 5-10% in restaurants if service is good.
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Most Thessaloniki to Sandanski buses use the Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη) to Sandanski (Сандански) station pair, with some services arriving at Sandanski, Bus Station (Сандански, Автогара). Use this guide to compare Thessaloniki and Sandanski bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Thessaloniki, Ktel «Makedonía» (Θεσσαλονίκη, Κτελ «Μακεδονία») is 3 km from Thessaloniki city centre. Public transport options include:
Thessaloniki, Ktel «Makedonía» (Θεσσαλονίκη, Κτελ «Μακεδονία») has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast food options and cafes available.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are multiple ATMs available within the station.
Ticket office support is available at Thessaloniki, Ktel «Makedonía» (Θεσσαλονίκη, Κτελ «Μακεδονία»).
Available at Thessaloniki, Ktel «Makedonía» (Θεσσαλονίκη, Κτελ «Μακεδονία»): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Thessaloniki, Ktel «Makedonía» (Θεσσαλονίκη, Κτελ «Μακεδονία»): Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Sandanski (Сандански) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There are small eateries nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Sandanski (Сандански). ATMs are an ATM is located near the station.
Ticket office support is available at Sandanski (Сандански).
Available at Sandanski (Сандански): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sandanski (Сандански): The station is accessible for people with mobility impairments.
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