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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Ankara | Balikesir | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Ankara Bus Station | Balikesir Otogar | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Ankara Otogarı | Balıkesir Otogarı | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Ankara Bus Station | Balikesir Otogar | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Ankara | Balikesir | No tags |
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Get from Ankara to Balikesir
The journey takes about 8 hours, and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Ankara and Balikesir?
Stops in Ankara
- AAnkara Otogarı, Aşti
- BAnkara Otobüs Terminali D:34, Aşti, Yenimahalle, Ankara, 06560, Turkey
- C
Mamak
Meşrutiyet Mahallesi, Atatürk Blv No:97, 06420 Çankaya/Ankara, Turkey - D
Kızılay
Kızılay Mahallesi, 06420 Çankaya/Ankara, Turkey - E
Söğütözü Cep Terminali (Ankara)
Kızılay 1443. Cd. no:15/1, 06590 Çankaya/Ankara, Türkiye
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ankara to Balikesir by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Ankara to Balikesir?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ankara to Balikesir start from $24. The average price for this route is around $29. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Ankara to Balikesir?
The average bus travel time from Ankara to Balikesir is 8h, covering a distance of 417 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 45m and is operated by Pamukkale Turizm.
Which bus companies service the Ankara to Balikesir route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Pamukkale Turizm, Balıkesir Uludağ, Metro Turizm, Beydağı Turizm.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Ankara to Balikesir?
The earliest bus departs from Ankara to Balikesir at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ankara to Balikesir?
A bus trip from Ankara to Balikesir generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Ankara 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 789 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ankara to Balikesir?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Balıkesir Uludağ has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Ankara to Balikesir?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Beydağı Turizm, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ankara to Balikesir?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Beydağı Turizm, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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 Ankara to Balikesir was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $24To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ankara to Balikesir, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $24 to $33 for a bus ticket from Ankara to Balikesir based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-12-29.
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.
