What is the cheapest way to get from Port of Istanbul to Balat?

The cheapest way to get from Port of Istanbul to Balat is to ferry which costs 16 ₺ - 20 ₺ and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Port of Istanbul to Balat?

The fastest way to get from Port of Istanbul to Balat is to bus which takes 7 min and costs 30 ₺ - 40 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Port of Istanbul and Balat?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Şişhane 2 and arriving at Köprübaşı. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Port of Istanbul and Balat?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Karaköy and arriving at Fener. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

Is there a direct train between Port of Istanbul and Balat?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Eminönü and arriving at Balat. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

How far is it from Port of Istanbul to Balat?

The distance between Port of Istanbul and Balat is 5 km.

How do I travel from Port of Istanbul to Balat without a car?

The best way to get from Port of Istanbul to Balat without a car is to bus which takes 7 min and costs 30 ₺ - 40 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Port of Istanbul to Balat?

The bus from Şişhane 2 to Köprübaşı takes 7 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Port of Istanbul to Balat bus from?

Port of Istanbul to Balat bus services, operated by İstanbul Elektrik Tramvay ve Tünel İşletmeleri (İETT), depart from Şişhane 2 station.

Where do I catch the Port of Istanbul to Balat train from?

Port of Istanbul to Balat train services, operated by Istanbul Ulasim, depart from Eminönü station.

Where does the Port of Istanbul to Balat bus arrive?

Port of Istanbul to Balat bus services, operated by İstanbul Elektrik Tramvay ve Tünel İşletmeleri (İETT), arrive at Köprübaşı station.

Where does the Port of Istanbul to Balat train arrive?

Port of Istanbul to Balat train services, operated by Istanbul Ulasim, arrive at Balat station.

Where can I stay near Balat?

There are 3223+ hotels available in Balat.

Port of Istanbul to Balat - 6 ways to travel via bus, tram, ferry, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Port of Istanbul to Balat by bus, tram, ferry, taxi, or foot

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Port of Istanbul to Balat by ferry

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20 minAverage Duration

₺16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 5.2 km
Duration: 7 min

What companies run services between Port of Istanbul, Turkey and Balat, Istanbul, Turkey?

İstanbul Elektrik Tramvay ve Tünel İşletmeleri (İETT) operates a bus from Şişhane 2 to Köprübaşı every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ₺30–40 and the journey takes 7 min. Alternatively, Istanbul Ulasim operates a vehicle from Eminönü to Balat every 10 minutes, and the journey takes 9 min.

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