What is the cheapest way to get from Balıkesir to Istanbul (State)?

The cheapest way to get from Balıkesir to Istanbul (State) is to bus via Mustafakemalpaşa which costs 700 ₺ - 1.100 ₺ and takes 7h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balıkesir to Istanbul (State)?

The fastest way to get from Balıkesir to Istanbul (State) is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs 2.000 ₺ - 3.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Balıkesir and Istanbul (State)?

No, there is no direct bus from Balıkesir to Istanbul (State). However, there are services departing from Balıkesir Toplu Taşıma Merkezi and arriving at İstanbul Esenler via Balıkesir. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Balıkesir and Istanbul (State)?

No, there is no direct train from Balıkesir to Istanbul (State). However, there are services departing from Balıkesir and arriving at Yenikapi via Eskişehir and Söğütlüçeşme. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 33m.

How far is it from Balıkesir to Istanbul (State)?

The distance between Balıkesir and Istanbul (State) is 200 km. The road distance is 279.6 km.

How do I travel from Balıkesir to Istanbul (State) without a car?

The best way to get from Balıkesir to Istanbul (State) without a car is to train and ferry which takes 5h 37m and costs 1.000 ₺ - 1.500 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Balıkesir to Istanbul (State)?

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Balıkesir to Istanbul (State), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balıkesir to Istanbul (State) bus from?

Balıkesir to Istanbul (State) bus services, operated by Balikesir Uludağ, depart from Balıkesir station.

Where do I catch the Balıkesir to Istanbul (State) train from?

Balıkesir to Istanbul (State) train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from Balıkesir station.

Train or bus from Balıkesir to Istanbul (State)?

The best way to get from Balıkesir to Istanbul (State) is to bus which takes 5h 50m and costs 550 ₺ - 1.600 ₺. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 750 ₺ - 1.200 ₺ and takes 9h 33m.

Where does the Balıkesir to Istanbul (State) bus arrive?

Balıkesir to Istanbul (State) bus services, operated by Balikesir Uludağ, arrive at İstanbul Esenler station.

Where does the Balıkesir to Istanbul (State) train arrive?

Balıkesir to Istanbul (State) train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Eskişehir station.

Can I drive from Balıkesir to Istanbul (State)?

Yes, the driving distance between Balıkesir to Istanbul (State) is 280 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Balıkesir to Istanbul (State).

Where can I stay near Istanbul (State)?

There are 4250+ hotels available in Istanbul (State).

Balıkesir to Istanbul (State) - 6 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Balıkesir to Istanbul (State) by train, ferry, bus, car, or plane

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Train, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Balıkesir to Bandırma Şehirtrain 6 Eylül Ekspresi / ...
2. Take the ferry from Bandırma to Yenikapıferry
5h 37m
₺1,008–1,418
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Balıkesir to İstanbul Esenlerbus
5h 50m
₺550–1,548
Train
1. Take the train from Balıkesir to Eskişehirtrain Ege Ekspresi / ...
2. Take the train from Eskişehir to Istanbul Söğütlüçeşmetrain Yht / ...
9h 33m
₺770–1,115
Drive 279.6 km
1. Drive from Balıkesir to Istanbulcar 279.6 km
2h 36m
₺2,032–2,935
Bus via Mustafakemalpaşa
1. Take the bus from Balıkesir bus station to M.Kemal Paşa bus stationbus FlixBus KK1656 / ...
2. Take the bus from M.Kemal Paşa bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus KK3402 / ...
7h 3m
₺741–1,045
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Balıkesir Toplu Taşıma Merkezi to Havranbus
2. Fly from Balıkesir Koca Seyit Airport (EDO) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane EDO - SAW
4h 48m
₺4,493–32,293

Balıkesir to Istanbul (State) by train and ferry

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5h 37mAverage Duration

₺1,008Cheapest Price

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Distance: 200.1 km
Duration: 5h 37m

What companies run services between Balıkesir, Turkey and Istanbul (State), Turkey?

Balikesir Uludağ operates a bus from Balıkesir to İstanbul Esenler every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₺950–1,300 and the journey takes 5h. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a train from Balıkesir to Yenikapi via Eskişehir and Söğütlüçeşme in around 9h 33m.

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