How to get from Istanbul to Samsun
- 617 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: bus, 8h 30m
- 47 bus departures a day with FlixBus
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
8h 30m
direct
Bus
€25
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 11 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to Samsun. The most useful door-to-door route takes 8h 30m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 617 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
617 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €28Checked Oct 11 | 13h 10mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €25Reading date not recorded | 8h 30mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€28Checked Oct 1113h 10m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€25Reading date not recorded8h 30m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Istanbul to Samsun: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1İstanbul Dudullu → Samsunbus
Metro Turizm·8h 30m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which date should you go?
The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departures from Istanbul to Samsun
FlixBus runs 47 scheduled departures a day, the first at 02:20 and the last at 23:45.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 47 | 02:20 | 23:45 |
| Giresun, FlixBus, Metro Turizmbus | 80 | — | — |
| Metro Turizmbus | 24 | — | — |
All departuresFlixBus
- 02:20
- 03:45
- 05:00
- 05:20
- 05:50
- 06:21
- 06:45
- 07:15
- 07:46
- 08:21
- 08:30
- 08:50
- 09:46
- 10:15
- 11:01
- 11:21
- 12:46
- 14:20
- 15:20
- 15:45
- 16:20
- 16:45
- 16:50
- 17:00
- 17:20
- 17:45
- 18:00
- 18:15
- 18:20
- 18:45
- 19:00
- 19:20
- 19:30
- 19:45
- 19:50
- 20:20
- 20:45
- 21:00
- 21:15
- 21:19
- 21:20
- 21:45
- 22:00
- 22:20
- 22:44
- 22:45
- 23:45
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
Metro Turizmİstanbul Dudullu-Samsun, Ankara-SamsunBook →
Pegasus AirlinesSabiha Gökçen Airport-Ankara Esenboğa AirportSee live options and dates →Airport shuttle busAnkara Esenboğa Airport-AnkaraBook →On this route you travel with Metro Turizm, Pegasus Airlines, Airport shuttle bus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Istanbul to Samsun works
Start with a Metro Turizm bus from İstanbul Dudullu to Samsun, about 8h 30m. In total it's roughly €25 over 8h 30m, direct, no transfers.
Istanbul to Samsun: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Samsun?
The most useful route takes about 8h 30m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Istanbul to Samsun?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 02:20 and the last at 23:45, from İstanbul Alibeyköy, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Istanbul to Samsun?
47 a day with FlixBus, between 02:20 and 23:45.
Which station does the bus from Istanbul to Samsun leave from?
İstanbul Alibeyköy with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Samsun from Istanbul?
About 617 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to Samsun cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €25. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Istanbul to Samsun?
On this route you travel with Metro Turizm, Pegasus Airlines, Airport shuttle bus.
Can you get from Istanbul to Samsun without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 8h 30m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Samsun?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Metro Turizm
Route calculated: 11 Oct 2026