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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 | Balikesir Otogar | İzmir Otogarı | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Balikesir Otogar | İzmir Otogarı | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Balıkesir Otogarı | Izmir bus station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Balikesir Otogar | İzmir Otogarı | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Balikesir Otogar | İzmir Otogarı | No tags |
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Get from Balikesir to Izmir
The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 135, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Balikesir and Izmir?
Stops in Balikesir
- ABalıkesir Otogarı, Paşa Alanı Mh, 10020 Merkez/Karesi/Balıkesir
- BBalıkesir Şehirler Arası Otobüs Terminali, Paşa Alanı Mh.10020 , Merkez/Karesi/Balıkesir, Türkiye
- CBalıkesir Toplu Taşıma Merkezi, Akıncılar Gazi Blv. 57A, 10010 Karesi/Balıkesir
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Balikesir to Izmir 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 Balikesir to Izmir?
The cheapest bus tickets from Balikesir to Izmir start at R 135. The average price for this route is around R 168. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Balikesir to Izmir?
The average bus journey time from Balikesir to Izmir is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 153 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 45m and is operated by Metro Turizm.
Which bus companies service the Balikesir to Izmir route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 51 buses available per day, including services from Balıkesir Uludağ, FlixBus, Pamukkale Turizm, Metro Turizm, Efe Tur.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Balikesir to Izmir?
The earliest bus departs from Balikesir to Izmir at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Balikesir to Izmir?
A bus trip from Balikesir to Izmir 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 Balikesir to Izmir?
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 789 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Balikesir to Izmir?
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 Balikesir to Izmir?
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 Balikesir to Izmir?
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 Balikesir to Izmir was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 146To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Balikesir to Izmir as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 146 to R 168 for a bus ticket from Balikesir to Izmir based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 146, which is on 2025-12-17.
Usually Balıkesir Uludağ 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.
