The cheapest and fastest coaches from Balıkesir to Istanbul
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 35 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
177 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Balıkesir to Istanbul is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Balıkesir to Istanbul will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 3 buses that leave Balıkesir for Istanbul every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 177 km distance in an average of 5 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Live departures
Balıkesir to Istanbul bus times
The table below shows live departures for Balıkesir to Istanbul coaches for today, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:45 Balıkesir | 5h40 | 00:25 Istanbul | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:59 Balıkesir | 5h46 | 02:45 Istanbul | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 20 November | |||||
![]() | 08:30 Balıkesir | 5h10 | 13:40 Istanbul | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Balıkesir to Istanbul
Buses from Balıkesir to Istanbul run on average 20 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 20 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 177 km distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 177 km |
Average bus duration 4h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 20 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Balıkesir to IstanbulYou can travel by bus between Balıkesir to Istanbul with FlixBus for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Balıkesir to Istanbul coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Balıkesir to Istanbul by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Istanbul, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Balikesir, Bus Terminal, which is located around 4.5 miles (7.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler), located 4.8 miles (7.8 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Balıkesir and Istanbul
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Terminal (in the station)
- Kebab Express (0.2 km)
- Simit Sarayı (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Metro: M1A Bus: 83O, 91E, 97G
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Alibeyköy (in the station)
- Kebab House (0.2 km)
- Simit Sarayı (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 36CE, 49T, 49Z Metro: M7
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