Freight Thessaloniki → Sofia
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Freight transport Thessaloniki → Sofia: just 240 km via the E79/A3, one of the shortest cross-border routes in Southeast Europe. Same-day delivery is realistic for FTL; LTL typically delivers next business day. Both countries are EU members — no customs duties, quick border crossing at Promachonas/Kulata.
🛃 Border crossing: Promachonas / Kulata
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Freight prices Thessaloniki → Sofia — 2026
Market price ranges by shipment type
2026 indicative rates — final price depends on volume, access, and date.
| Shipment type | Price range |
|---|---|
| Single pallet (≤1000 kg) | €90 – €170 |
| LTL (2–5 pallets) | €220 – €400 |
| FTL (full truck) | €700 – €1200 |
| Small move (studio / ≤8 m³) | €320 – €550 |
Customs handling included for non-EU routes. Packing and tailgate lift charged separately.
Quote checklist
What to include in your request
- Pickup and delivery addresses
- Weight and pallet count
- Goods description
- Delivery window
- Floor / elevator info for moves
Route guide
Why Thessaloniki–Sofia is a key freight corridor
Thessaloniki port is the main gateway for Balkan imports. Many Sofia-bound shipments arrive by sea at Thessaloniki and are forwarded by road. The 240 km drive via E79 makes it the fastest land option — often cheaper than transiting through other corridors.
Typical transit times
FTL with morning loading: Sofia delivery by early afternoon (same day). LTL: next business day, sometimes same day for early departures. Border at Promachonas/Kulata takes 15–60 minutes.
Documents needed
Both countries are EU members. Commercial shipments need a CMR waybill, commercial invoice, and packing list. No customs duties or import declarations required.
Route overview: Thessaloniki → Sofia
Distance: 240 km · Drive time: 3 h · Door-to-door: 4–6 h · Transit: 1 business day(s).
What affects the price
Total weight and volume, number of pallets, floor access and elevator availability, loading dock, delivery urgency (FTL vs LTL), and add-on services (packing, tailgate lift, assembly).
What to include in your request
Exact addresses (pickup + delivery), pallet count or cubic metres, goods description and HS codes for commercial shipments, required delivery window, and any special handling.
Popular areas
Pickup areas — Thessaloniki
Delivery areas — Sofia
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Frequently asked questions
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▸ Is there customs between Thessaloniki and Sofia?
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▸ What information do I need to get a quote?
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