Thessaloniki – Turkey vehicle transport
From Thessaloniki you have two options: a multi-deck car carrier by road (about 3–5 business days) or a sealed container by sea. After the holidays, the same route runs the other way.
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At a glance
- Origin
- ThessalonikiGreece
- Distance to Turkey
- ~510 km to Istanbulstraight line; ~290 km to the İpsala crossing
- Border crossing
- İpsala
- Typical transit
- 3–5 business daysby road, standard shared load
- Transport method
- Car carrier truck or container
- Nearby container ports
- Thessaloniki (~0 km), Piraeus (~310 km), Burgas (~430 km)
- Pickup areas
- Kalamaria, Evosmos, Neapoli, Thermi, Kilkis, Katerini
The distances above are straight-line estimates. Actual timing depends on the pickup day, destination and season, and is confirmed in your quote.
Thessaloniki and Turkey
Thessaloniki is Atatürk's birthplace; from northern Greece, Turkey is a short drive via the Kipoi/İpsala crossing.
The two things people ask most about moving a car from Thessaloniki are timing and paperwork. This page covers both for Thessaloniki; if anything is unclear, message us on WhatsApp. We can also collect from places around Thessaloniki such as Kalamaria, Evosmos, Neapoli, Thermi.
Two ways to move your car from Thessaloniki
By road: car carrier truck
The car carrier collects your car in Thessaloniki and brings it into Turkey via İpsala – about 290 km away as the crow flies – while you travel by plane. Typical transit on a standard shared load: 3–5 business days.
DetailsBy sea: enclosed container
For long distances, several cars, or a car shipped with belongings, a container can make sense. The nearest container ports to Thessaloniki are Thessaloniki (~0 km), Piraeus (~310 km). Arrival ports in Turkey are Ambarlı (Istanbul), Izmir and Mersin.
DetailsPaperwork and customs
What to do in Greece:
- For a permanent export, the registration is cancelled with the local registration authority and plates are returned.
For temporary import, stay limits and exemptions on the Turkish side, see our Turkey customs guide.
From Turkey back to Thessaloniki
After the holidays we also bring your car from Turkey back to Thessaloniki. Late August and September are the busiest weeks – book at least 1–2 weeks ahead.
Frequently asked questions
How long does car transport between Thessaloniki and Turkey take?
By car carrier truck, a standard shared load takes about 3–5 business days. The exact timing depends on the pickup date, your destination and queues at İpsala; we confirm it in writing in your quote.
Which areas around Thessaloniki do you collect from?
We collect in Thessaloniki and the surrounding area, including Kalamaria, Evosmos, Neapoli, Thermi, Kilkis, Katerini. If your address isn't listed, ask via the quote form and we'll confirm.
What is the nearest container port to Thessaloniki?
In a straight line: Thessaloniki (~0 km), Piraeus (~310 km), Burgas (~430 km). Arrival ports in Turkey are Ambarlı (Istanbul), Izmir and Mersin; the port used depends on vessel schedules and is confirmed in your quote.
How far is Thessaloniki from the İpsala border crossing?
About 290 km in a straight line, and about 510 km to Istanbul. The road distance is longer, depending on the route.
What does the price depend on?
The pickup address, your destination in Turkey, the vehicle type and the season. Demand peaks in June–August, so book early.
Other cities in Greece
Our other city pages near Thessaloniki (straight line): Xanthi (~170 km), Komotini (~210 km), Athens (~300 km).
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