The average bus between Samsun and Istanbul takes 12h 9m and the fastest bus takes 11h 30m. The bus service runs several times per day from Samsun to Istanbul. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 5 times a day between Samsun and Istanbul. The earliest departure is at 11:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Samsun is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Istanbul at 12:30 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 12h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Samsun to Istanbul? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Samsun to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Samsun station and arriving at Istanbul station via İstanbul Dudullu bus station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 9m.
Samsun to Istanbul bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, depart from Samsun bus station.
Samsun to Istanbul bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, arrive at İstanbul Dudullu bus station.
Book your Samsun to Istanbul bus tickets online with Kamil Koc.
The distance between Samsun and Istanbul is 619 km. The road distance is 762 km.
Kamil Koc operates a bus from Samsun bus station to İstanbul Dudullu bus station every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₺950–1,400 and the journey takes 9h 55m.