Istanbul to Balıkesir by train
Travelling from Istanbul to Balıkesir by train takes about 5h 15m, run by FlixBus. A quicker option we found is bus, bus, at 3h 55m.
Recommended route
$31
5h 15m·1 transfer
Indicative price from a recent search, updated regularly. Confirm the live fare and seats with the provider at checkout. Routavio adds no booking fee.
The journey, step by step
- 1busGebze → Balıkesir
FlixBus
train or bus, bus?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| train | $31 | 5h 15m | 1 transfer |
| Recommended | $27 | 3h 55m | direct |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Istanbul to Balıkesir by train: common questions
How long does Istanbul to Balıkesir take by train?
About 5h 15m, 1 transfer.
How much is a train ticket from Istanbul to Balıkesir?
The best price in our latest check was $31. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the train from Istanbul to Balıkesir?
FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the bus, bus better?
The bus, bus is faster at 3h 55m. It is cheaper too, at $21.
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