What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Balgat?

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Balgat is to train which costs 850 ₺ - 1.300 ₺ and takes 5h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul to Balgat?

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Balgat is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs 2.500 ₺ - 3.700 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Balgat?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from İstanbul Esenler bus station station and arriving at Ankara bus station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul and Balgat?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul to Balgat. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Ankara via Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Balgat?

The distance between Istanbul and Balgat is 565 km. The road distance is 440 km.

How do I travel from Istanbul to Balgat without a car?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Balgat without a car is to train which takes 5h 58m and costs 850 ₺ - 1.300 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Balgat?

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Istanbul to Balgat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Balgat bus from?

Istanbul to Balgat bus services, operated by Kamil Koç, depart from İstanbul Esenler bus station.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Balgat train from?

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

Train or bus from Istanbul to Balgat?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Balgat is to train which takes 5h 58m and costs 850 ₺ - 1.300 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 650 ₺ - 1.700 ₺ and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Istanbul to Balgat bus arrive?

Istanbul to Balgat bus services, operated by Kamil Koç, arrive at Ankara bus station.

Where does the Istanbul to Balgat train arrive?

Istanbul to Balgat train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Ankara station.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Balgat?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Balgat is 440 km. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Istanbul to Balgat.

How do I get a bus ticket from Istanbul to Balgat?

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Istanbul to Balgat - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, Metro, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Istanbul to Balgat by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to Ankaratrain Yht / ...
5h 58m
₺872–1,240
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Ankara bus stationbus FlixBus KK0606 / ...
6h 45m
₺650–1,700
Drive 440 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Balgatcar 440 km
4h 8m
₺2,562–3,700
Metro to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ayrılık Çeşmesi to Sabiha Gokcen Airporttrain
2. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB)plane SAW - ESB
4h 25m
₺1,878–2,495
Bus via Milli Eğitim Bakanlığı
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Ankarabus
6h 49m
₺1,234–1,689
Metro to Istanbul, fly, line 193 bus
1. Take the train from Vezneciler to Gayrettepetrain
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB)plane IST - ESB
3. Take the bus from Milli Eğitim Bakanlığı to Ö. Harekat Şehitleri And. İmam Hatip Lis.bus
4h 25m
₺12,274–13,774

Istanbul to Balgat by bus

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6h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 565 km
Duration: 5h 58m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Balgat, Turkey?

Turkish Railways (TCDD) operates a train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to Ankara hourly. Tickets cost ₺750–1,100 and the journey takes 4h 29m. Alternatively, Kamil Koç operates a bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Ankara bus station hourly. Tickets cost ₺650–950 and the journey takes 6h 45m. Eight other operators also service this route.

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