What is the cheapest way to get from Thessaloniki to Petrich?

The cheapest way to get from Thessaloniki to Petrich is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 1h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thessaloniki to Petrich?

The fastest way to get from Thessaloniki to Petrich is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Thessaloniki and Petrich?

No, there is no direct bus from Thessaloniki to Petrich. However, there are services departing from Thessaloniki, KTEL and arriving at Sandanski via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Thessaloniki to Petrich?

The distance between Thessaloniki and Petrich is 166 km. The road distance is 125.6 km.

How do I travel from Thessaloniki to Petrich without a car?

The best way to get from Thessaloniki to Petrich without a car is to bus via Sandanski which takes 4h 11m and costs $29 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Thessaloniki to Petrich?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Thessaloniki to Petrich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thessaloniki to Petrich bus from?

Thessaloniki to Petrich bus services, operated by Arda Tur, depart from Thessaloniki, KTEL station.

Where does the Thessaloniki to Petrich bus arrive?

Thessaloniki to Petrich bus services, operated by Arda Tur, arrive at Sandanski station.

Can I drive from Thessaloniki to Petrich?

Yes, the driving distance between Thessaloniki to Petrich is 126 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Thessaloniki to Petrich.

Where can I stay near Petrich?

There are 372+ hotels available in Petrich.

Thessaloniki to Petrich - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Thessaloniki to Petrich by train, car, or bus

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Train, drive
best
1. Take the train from Thessaloniki to Mandrakitrain Re
2. Drive from Mandraki to Petrichcar
2h 59m
$34–47
Drive 125.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Thessaloniki to Petrichcar 125.6 km
1h 38m
$27–38
Bus via Sandanski
1. Take the bus from Thessaloniki, KTEL to Sandanskibus
4h 11m
$29–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thessaloniki train station to Sandanskibus N980 / ...
4h 30m
$31–44

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Distance: 165.8 km
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Thessaloniki, Greece and Petrich, Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria?

Arda Tur operates a bus from Thessaloniki, KTEL to Sandanski twice daily. Tickets cost $12–18 and the journey takes 2h 18m.

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