Istanbul to Samsun by bus
Travelling from Istanbul to Samsun by bus takes about 8h 30m, run by Metro Turizm. We found no quicker or cheaper option on this route.
A closer look at the Bus journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €25
- Total journey
- 8h 30m
- Change
- direct
- Operator
- Metro Turizm
Reading date not recorded · Not checked for your date
The journey, step by step
- 1İstanbul Dudullu to Samsun
Metro Turizm8h 30mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 47 | 02:20 | 23:45 |
| Giresun, FlixBus, Metro Turizm | 80 | — | — |
| Metro Turizm | 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.
Bus facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the bus only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Departs from
- İstanbul Esenler Otogarı
- Bus operators
- Giresun, FlixBus, Metro Turizm, FlixBus, Metro Turizm
- Timetable
- First bus at 02:20, last at 23:45, 47 a day with FlixBus.
- Good to know
- Direct bus, no change on the way.
Before you travel
Seats and the service
Seat selection, breaks and the exact timetable vary by operator. Traffic and road conditions can change the journey time.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €49Checked Oct 9 | 13h 10m2 transfers | See Flight details |
- Flight€49Checked Oct 913h 10m · 2 transfersSee Flight details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Istanbul to Samsun by bus: common questions
How long does Istanbul to Samsun take by bus?
About 8h 30m, with no transfer.
How much is a bus ticket from Istanbul to Samsun?
The best price in our latest check was €25. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the bus from Istanbul to Samsun?
Metro Turizm. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is this the best option on the route?
Yes, by bus is the best option we found: 8h 30m, €25.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
- Istanbul Samsun bus
- Istanbul to Samsun by bus
- bus ticket Istanbul to Samsun
- how long is the bus from Istanbul to Samsun