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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Samsun to Istanbul
Cheapest price
€31
Average price
€31
Fastest journey
11 h 10 m
Average duration
11 h 29 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
619 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Samsun to Istanbul is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Samsun to Istanbul will cost around €31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
Of the 12 buses that leave Samsun for Istanbul on Sun, May 17, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 17 the direct buses cover the 619 km distance in an average of 11 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 10 m .
On Sun, May 17 the slowest buses will take 11 h 45 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.
FlixBus11:00 PM11h45Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali10:45 AMIstanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)€311One-way0 transfers- FlixBus11:30 AM11h30Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali11:00 PMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı€311One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus8:00 PM11h55Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali7:55 AMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı€311One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus9:00 PM12h05Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali9:05 AMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı€311One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:59 PM12h11Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali12:10 PMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı€311One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus10:00 PM11h10Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali9:10 AMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı€311One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:30 AM11h30Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali11:00 PMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı€311One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:00 PM11h30Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali10:30 AMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı€311One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus10:00 PM11h30Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali9:30 AMIstanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)€311One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:00 PM11h45Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali10:45 AMIstanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)€311One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Samsun to Istanbul
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Samsun to Istanbul among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a flight costs an average of €27.
Distance: 619 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
€28 Average price Cheapest | €71 Average price |
11h 41m Average total duration 11h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Samsun to Istanbul bus times
The table below shows live departures for Samsun to Istanbul buses for tomorrow, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 11:30 AM Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 11h30 | 11:00 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:30 AM Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 11h45 | 11:15 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:00 PM Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 11h55 | 7:55 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:00 PM Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 12h15 | 8:15 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:00 PM Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 12h05 | 9:05 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:00 PM Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 12h25 | 9:25 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 PM Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 11h30 | 9:30 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 PM Samsun, Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali | 11h10 | 9:10 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Samsun to Istanbul
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Buses from Samsun to Istanbul run on average 16 times per day, taking around 11h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 if you book in advance.
There are 16 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:18, the last at 23:58. The fastest bus covers the 619 km distance in 10h 55m.
Distance 619 km |
Average bus duration 11h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 10h 55m |
First bus 12:18 AM |
Last bus 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Ali Osman ULUSOY, Varan Turizm from Samsun to IstanbulYou can travel by bus between Samsun to Istanbul with FlixBus, Ali Osman ULUSOY, Varan Turizm for as low as €21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Samsun to Istanbul
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Samsun to Istanbul 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 Istanbul, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Samsun to Istanbul
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Terminal (in the station)
- Kebab Express (0.2 km)
- Simit Sarayı (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Metro: M1A Bus: 83O, 91E, 97G
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Alibeyköy (in the station)
- Kebab House (0.2 km)
- Simit Sarayı (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 36CE, 49T, 49Z Metro: M7
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