Buses from Istanbul to Samsun

Buses from Istanbul to Samsun

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$12
 
 
$31

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Istanbul to Samsun Bus Schedule

Istanbul to Samsun Bus Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Turkish Airlines Economy #TK281801:45 - 03:20TRY 1,462
Turkish Airlines Economy #TK281802:30 - 03:55TRY 970
Turkish Airlines Economy #TK281404:00 - 05:25TRY 1,139
Pegasus Airlines Economy #PC279007:20 - 08:45TRY 645
Ali Osman Ulusoy Standard 2X1 08:50 - 23:50TRY 598
FlixBus Economy 11:20 - 23:00TRY 538
Ali Osman Ulusoy Standard 2X1 13:45 - 02:45TRY 598
Ali Osman Ulusoy Standard 2X1 14:00 - 04:00TRY 598
Turkish Airlines Economy #TK280817:15 - 18:40TRY 1,244
Turkish Airlines Economy #TK281018:00 - 19:30TRY 1,562
FlixBus Economy 20:20 - 07:45TRY 538
FlixBus Economy 23:00 - 11:30TRY 650

Transportation from Istanbul to Samsun

Facts about the bus from Istanbul to Samsun

Cheapest Bus$12
Fastest Bus4h
Earliest Bus12:15 AM
Latest Bus11:50 PM
Daily Bus Routes185
Distance800 kilometers
Bus CompaniesAli Osman Ulusoy, Aybasti Itimat Turizm, Bafra Seyahat, Dagistanli Turizm, Giresun, GNC Ulasim, Golden Turizm, Gorele Seyahat, Istanbul Seyahat, Iyigun Carsamba, Kanberoglu Turizm, Kaptanoglu Seyahat, Luks Artvin Seyahat, Luks Gumushane, Luks Karadeniz, Nokta Turizm, Ozay Turizm, Ozgul Bafra Turizm, Rize Ses, Sahil Seyahat, Sema Turizm, Varan Turizm, Yeniden As Bafra

How to get from Istanbul to Samsun by Bus

Taking a bus to get from Istanbul to Samsun is a safe, comfortable and less expensive alternative for traveling this route. To popular destinations, bus companies operate multiple trips per day, often round the clock at 30-60 minute intervals. To less traveled destinations, there may be only 1 scheduled trip a day. The most common bus types are non-air-conditioned, air-conditioned, and premium buses.

It is best to reserve your tickets at least a few days ahead of your travel date. Check our list of bus companies available for online booking offering Istanbul to Samsun tickets. When traveling on weekends and holidays it is recommended to reserve tickets much earlier due to higher numbers of travelers, both vacation-makers and urban workers returning home to their provincial home.

How far is it from Istanbul to Samsun?

Traveling by bus, the distance from Istanbul to Samsun depends on the route taken. Most bus companies travel via expressways or tollways. This may not necessarily be the shortest route but it is the fastest one as normally there is less traffic and no traffic lights.

To get to certain island destinations which are not connected to the mainland by a bridge, buses board large car ferries. Passengers are usually asked to get off the bus, but there is no need to take your luggage from the bus. The travel distance from port to port is added to the total distance.

How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Samsun by Bus?

The estimate travel time from Istanbul to Samsun is about 4h. Note that traveling by bus is slower compared to driving your own car or getting a taxi. Depending on the departure time congestion between Istanbul and Samsun may differ greatly There is usually more traffic between morning until afternoon during weekdays than during weekends.

Another important factor that may affect travel time is the type of bus. Premium or VIP buses are usually faster as they use motorways and call to fewer bus stations (if any) en route. Buses normally make short 10-30-minute breaks after a few hours of continuous travel to allow passengers use bathrooms, stock up on munchies and let bus attendants and the driver have rest.

Some premium buses have onboard toilets and the second driver. Nevertheless, usually they still make en route stops for a quick lunch or fuel refill.

How much does it cost to get from Istanbul to Samsun by Bus?

The ticket price from Istanbul to Samsun can vary depending on the type of buses you choose. For a less expensive ticket consider non-air-conditioned or ordinary buses. Premium or luxury buses are more expensive but you can expect more comfort and some additional services like phone charging ports, personal entertainment system screens and toilets.

Istanbul to Samsun timetable

To help you plan your trip, here is the Istanbul to Samsun timetable of bus departure and arrival times.

Best Rated Companies for this Route

Bus companies differ a lot in quality and service they provide. When choosing a bus company for you travels, do some basic research before you buy your tickets.

Safety is one of the most important aspects to consider. We also recommend you checking reviews on overall service quality of the bus companies serving this route.

Our service only partners with reliable and trustworthy bus companies. We do our best to provide your a choice of the best operators available on each route.