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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Samsun to Istanbul

Composite routes from Samsun to Istanbul

Cheapest
8 h 59 min
Car
732 km.
from $40
Fastest
1 h 23 min
Plane
Other
5 h 29 min
Bus, Plane
618 km.
from $51.85
15 h 13 min
618 km.
from $24.67
5 h 17 min
Bus, Plane
618 km.
from $94.20
5 h 13 min
Bus, Plane
618 km.
from $97.17
7 h 12 min
Bus, Plane
618 km.
from $87.63
6 h 14 min
Bus, Plane
618 km.
from $89.13
8 h 42 min
Train, Plane
618 km.
from $131.07

Transport providers

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Samsun to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
10h 27m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.50

Airlines

Pegasus Airlines

Website:
flypgs.com/
Plane from Samsun-Çarşamba Airport to Sabiha
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$48.41–$76.43
Plane from Ordu - Giresun Airport to Sabiha
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$45.86–$140.12

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Samsun-Çarşamba Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
1h 43m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$57.32–$165.60
Plane from Amasya to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.50–$152.86
Plane from Sinop Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$50.95–$152.86
Plane from Tokat to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$57.32–$165.60

Fly Armenia Airways

Website:
fly-armenia.com/en/
Plane from Samsun-Çarşamba Airport to Sabiha
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$28.02–$267.51
Plane from Ordu - Giresun Airport to Sabiha
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$33.12–$280.25

Train operators

Turkish Railways (TCDD)

Phone:
+90 444 8 233
Email:
cozum@tcddtasimacilik.gov.tr
Website:
tcdd.gov.tr/
Train from Ayrilikcesme to Yenikapi
Ave. Duration:
14 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.66–$2.42
Train from Samsun to Yıldızeli
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$4.71–$11.46
Train from Yildizeli to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
6h 36m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.83–$15.29
Train from Samsun to Turhal
Ave. Duration:
4h 27m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$3.44–$10.19

Istanbul Ulasim

Phone:
+90 850 252 88 00
Email:
info@metro.istanbul
Website:
metro.istanbul/
Train from Gayrettepe to Vezneciler
Ave. Duration:
16 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.48

Bus operators

Kamil Koc

Phone:
444 0 562
Email:
kamilkoc@kamilkoc.com.tr
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Samsun bus station to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
12h 45m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$17.83–$25.48
Bus from Samsun bus station to Merzifon
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.19–$14.01
Bus from Samsun bus station to Fatsa
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.19–$14.01

Metro Turizm

Phone:
0850 222 34 55
Email:
iletisim@metroturizm.com.tr
Website:
metroturizm.com.tr/en
Bus from Samsun to Çarşamba
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.28–$12.10
Bus from Samsun bus station to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
12h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$17.83–$28.02
Bus from Samsun bus station to Merzifon
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$8.92–$14.01
Bus from Samsun bus station to Fatsa
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$9.55–$14.01

Varan

Phone:
0850 577 99 99
Email:
info@varan.com.tr
Website:
varan.com.tr/
Bus from Samsun bus station to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
11h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.30–$165.60
Bus from Samsun bus station to Merzifon
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$155.36

Has Turizm

Phone:
0850 755 04 27
Email:
hasturizm@hasturizm.com.tr
Website:
hasturizm.com.tr/eng/
Bus from Samsun to Çarşamba
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.35–$7.64
Bus from Samsun bus station to Merzifon
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.37–$8.92
Bus from Samsun bus station to Fatsa
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.37–$9.55

Ali Osman ULUSOY

Website:
aliosmanulusoy.com/
Bus from Samsun to Çarşamba
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$2.68–$3.69
Bus from Samsun bus station to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
10h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.38–$30.57
Bus from Samsun bus station to Merzifon
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.20–$5.48
Bus from Samsun bus station to Fatsa
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.59–$5.99
Bus from Samsun to Sinop
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.60–$7.64

Istanbul Seyahat

Phone:
0850 222 59 59
Email:
info@istanbulseyahat.com.tr
Website:
istanbulseyahat.com.tr/
Bus from Samsun bus station to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
13h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.56
Bus from Samsun bus station to Fatsa
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
Once daily

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Samsun to Istanbul?

The cheapest way to get from Samsun to Istanbul is to rideshare which costs $19.20 and takes 10h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Samsun to Istanbul?

The fastest way to get from Samsun to Istanbul is to bus and fly which takes 5h 13m and costs $59.78 - $163.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Samsun and Istanbul?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Samsun bus station station and arriving at İstanbul Esenler bus station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Samsun and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Samsun to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Samsun and arriving at Yenikapi via Yildizeli and Söğütlüçeşme. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 13m.

How far is it from Samsun to Istanbul?

The distance between Samsun and Istanbul is 709 km. The road distance is 733.7 km.

How do I travel from Samsun to Istanbul without a car?

The best way to get from Samsun to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 12h 45m and costs $15.22 - $141.30 .

How long does it take to get from Samsun to Istanbul?

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Samsun to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Samsun to Istanbul bus from?

Samsun to Istanbul bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, depart from Samsun bus station.

Where do I catch the Samsun to Istanbul train from?

Samsun to Istanbul train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from Samsun station.

Train or bus from Samsun to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Samsun to Istanbul is to bus which takes 12h 45m and costs $15.22 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $13.04 - $22.83 and takes 15h 13m.

Where does the Samsun to Istanbul bus arrive?

Samsun to Istanbul bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, arrive at İstanbul Esenler bus station.

Where does the Samsun to Istanbul train arrive?

Samsun to Istanbul train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Yıldızeli station.

Can I drive from Samsun to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Samsun to Istanbul is 734 km. It takes approximately 9h 5m to drive from Samsun to Istanbul.

How do I get a bus ticket from Samsun to Istanbul?

Book your Samsun to Istanbul bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4660+ hotels available in Istanbul. Prices start at $22.90 per night.

Can I share a ride from Samsun to Istanbul?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Samsun and Istanbul. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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