The cheapest and fastest buses from Ankara to Samsun
Cheapest price on Sep 23
€16
Average ticket price on Sep 23
€16
Fastest journey on Sep 23
5 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
5 h 49 m
Buses on Sep 23
18
Distance
330 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ankara to Samsun is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ankara to Samsun will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
On Wed, Sep 23, we found 18 buses from Ankara to Samsun, including 18 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 23 the direct buses cover the 330 km distance in an average of 5 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
On Wed, Sep 23 the slowest buses will take 5 h 55 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.
FlixBus1:30 AM5h55Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri)7:25 AMSamsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali€161One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:00 PM6h25Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇9:25 PMSamsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali€161One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:00 PM6h15Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇5:15 AMSamsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali€161One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:15 AM6h15Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇8:30 AMSamsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali€161One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:45 PM5h40Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri)9:25 PMSamsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali€161One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:45 PM5h40Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri)9:25 PMSamsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali€161One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:40 AM5h40Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri)2:20 PMSamsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali€161One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:30 AM5h55Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri)7:25 AMSamsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali€161One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:30 PM5h55Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri)4:25 AMSamsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali€161One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:45 PM5h55Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri)2:40 AMSamsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali€161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Ankara to Samsun
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ankara to Samsun among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €16 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, while a flight costs an average of €324.
Distance: 330 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€16 Average price Cheapest | €324 Average price | €44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 37m Average total duration 6h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 50m 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 Ankara to Samsun:
A bus is €308 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ankara to Samsun costing on average €324.
Other travel options to Samsun take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 7m.
Live departures
Ankara to Samsun bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ankara to Samsun buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 1:00 AM Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri) | 5h55 | 6:55 AM Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 AM Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 6h25 | 7:25 AM Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 AM Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri) | 5h55 | 7:25 AM Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 AM Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 6h10 | 7:40 AM Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:15 AM Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 6h15 | 8:30 AM Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:45 AM Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 6h10 | 8:55 AM Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 6h20 | 2:20 PM Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 AM Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri) | 5h40 | 2:20 PM Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 6h25 | 9:25 PM Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:45 PM Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri) | 5h40 | 9:25 PM Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 6h15 | 11:45 PM Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 6h40 | 2:40 AM Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri) | 5h55 | 2:40 AM Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 6h25 | 4:25 AM Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri) | 5h55 | 4:25 AM Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 PM Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 6h15 | 5:15 AM Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:59 PM Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 6h16 | 6:15 AM Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ankara to Samsun
Buses from Ankara to Samsun run on average 26 times per day, taking around 6h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 26 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:58. The fastest bus covers the 330 km distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 330 km |
Average bus duration 6h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 26 |
Direct buses 26 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Ankara to SamsunYou can travel by bus between Ankara to Samsun with FlixBus for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Ankara to Samsun
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ankara to Samsun by bus. 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 bus, 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.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- 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
Popular bus stations from Ankara to Samsun
Most Ankara to Samsun buses use the Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ to Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali station pair. Use this guide to compare Ankara and Samsun bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Ankara station do buses to Samsun leave from?
Getting to Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ from Ankara city centre
Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ is 3 km from Ankara city centre. Public transport options include:
Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ bus station facilities and services
Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ 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 restaurants and cafes available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are aTMs available within the station premises.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇: Station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Getting to Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri) from Ankara city centre
Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri) is 9 km from Ankara city centre. Public transport options include:
Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri) bus station facilities and services
Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri). ATMs are available at Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri): Wheelchair accessible entrance.
Which Samsun station do buses from Ankara 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.

