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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | İzmir Otogarı | Balikesir Otogar | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Izmir bus station | Balıkesir Otogarı | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | İzmir Otogarı | Balikesir Otogar | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Izmir bus station | Balıkesir Otogarı | No tags | ||||
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Get from Izmir to Balikesir
The journey takes about 2 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 141, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Izmir and Balikesir?
Stops in Izmir
- Aİzmir Otogarı, Karacaoğlan, Kemal Paşa Cad. No:1 D:158, 35070 Bornova/İzmir
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Adnan Menderes Havaalanı (Gaziemir, İzmir)
Dokuz Eylül Mh., Adnan Menderes Havaalanı, 35410 Gaziemir/İzmir, Turkey
Stops in Balikesir
- ABalıkesir Şehirler Arası Otobüs Terminali, Paşa Alanı Mh.10020 , Merkez/Karesi/Balıkesir, Türkiye
- BBalıkesir Otogarı, Paşa Alanı Mh, 10020 Merkez/Karesi/Balıkesir
- CBalıkesir Toplu Taşıma Merkezi, Akıncılar Gazi Blv. 57A, 10010 Karesi/Balıkesir
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Izmir to Balikesir by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Izmir to Balikesir?
The cheapest bus tickets from Izmir to Balikesir start at R 141. The average price for this route is around R 163. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Izmir to Balikesir?
The average bus journey time from Izmir to Balikesir is 2h 45m, covering a distance of 148 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h and is operated by Efe Tur.
Which bus companies service the Izmir to Balikesir route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 57 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Balıkesir Uludağ, Pamukkale Turizm, Efe Tur, Metro Turizm.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Izmir to Balikesir?
The earliest bus departs from Izmir to Balikesir at 00:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Izmir to Balikesir?
A bus trip from Izmir to Balikesir produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Izmir to Balikesir?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Pamukkale Turizm, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 793 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Izmir to Balikesir?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Balıkesir Uludağ has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Izmir to Balikesir?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Pamukkale Turizm, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Izmir to Balikesir?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Pamukkale Turizm, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Izmir to Balikesir was searched and found on 10 Jan 2026 with a price of R 141To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Izmir to Balikesir as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 141 to R 182 for a bus ticket from Izmir to Balikesir based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 141, which is on 2026-01-12.
Usually Pamukkale Turizm will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
