4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Istanbul to Samsun
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£25
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£25
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
11 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
11 h 16 m
Buses on 18 Sept
18
Distance
619 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Istanbul to Samsun is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Istanbul to Samsun will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 18 buses from Istanbul to Samsun, including 18 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 619 km distance in an average of 11 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus21:2011h15İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı8:35Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali£251One-way0 changes- FlixBus11:0111h44Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)22:45Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali£251One-way0 changes
- FlixBus20:2011h25İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı7:45Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali£251One-way0 changes
- FlixBus18:2011h05İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı5:25Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali£251One-way0 changes
- FlixBus22:2011h10İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı9:30Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali£251One-way0 changes
- FlixBus18:2011h05İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı5:25Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali£251One-way0 changes
- FlixBus22:2011h10İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı9:30Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali£251One-way0 changes
- FlixBus21:2011h15İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı8:35Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali£251One-way0 changes
- FlixBus11:2111h24İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı22:45Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali£251One-way0 changes
- FlixBus20:2011h25İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı7:45Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali£251One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Istanbul to Samsun
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Istanbul to Samsun among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 27m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, while a flight costs an average of £64.
Distance: 619 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price | £87 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 12m Average total duration 11h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Istanbul to Samsun:
A coach is £36 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Istanbul to Samsun costing on average £64.
Other travel options to Samsun take longer:
Coach takes on average 11h 42m.
Tickets start at around £27 compared to roughly £87 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £60. The journey takes 11h 42m versus 7h 41m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Ali Osman ULUSOY, Varan Turizm.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Istanbul to Samsun bus times
The table below shows live departures for Istanbul to Samsun coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| FlixBus | 11:01 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 11h44 | 22:45 Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:21 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 11h24 | 22:45 Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 12h00 | 5:00 Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:20 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 11h40 | 5:00 Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 11h25 | 5:25 Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:20 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 11h05 | 5:25 Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 12h30 | 7:30 Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:20 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 12h10 | 7:30 Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 11h45 | 7:45 Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:20 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 11h25 | 7:45 Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 11h35 | 8:35 Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:20 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 11h15 | 8:35 Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 11h30 | 9:30 Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:20 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 11h10 | 9:30 Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:00 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 12h30 | 11:30 Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:20 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 12h10 | 11:30 Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| FlixBus | 8:30 Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 12h50 | 21:20 Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:50 İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 12h30 | 21:20 Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Istanbul to Samsun
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Buses from Istanbul to Samsun run on average 14 times per day, taking around 11h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 619 km distance in 11h 40m.
Distance 619 km |
Average bus duration 11h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 11h 40m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Ali Osman ULUSOY, Kale Seyahat, Pamukkale, Varan Turizm from Istanbul to SamsunYou can travel by bus between Istanbul to Samsun with FlixBus, Ali Osman ULUSOY, Kale Seyahat, Pamukkale, Varan Turizm for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Istanbul to Samsun coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Istanbul to Samsun by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Samsun, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Istanbul and Samsun
Most Istanbul to Samsun buses use the Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) to Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali station pair. Use this guide to compare Istanbul and Samsun bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Istanbul station do buses to Samsun leave from?
Getting to Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) from Istanbul city centre
Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) is 5 km from Istanbul city centre. Public transport options include:
Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) bus station facilities and services
Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Terminal (in the station), Kebab Express (0.2 km), Simit Sarayı (0.3 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı from Istanbul city centre
İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı is 8 km from Istanbul city centre. Public transport options include:
İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı bus station facilities and services
İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Alibeyköy (in the station), Kebab House (0.2 km), Simit Sarayı (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı: Elevators, ramps.
Which Samsun station do buses from Istanbul arrive at?
Getting to Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali from Samsun city centre
Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali is 3 km from Samsun city centre. Public transport options include:
Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali bus station facilities and services
Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several eateries available within the premises.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali. ATMs are available at Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali: Accessible facilities for disabled individuals available.
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