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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul Otogar to Samsun is to bus which costs 600 ₺ - 1.900 ₺ and takes 11h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul Otogar to Samsun is to bus and fly which takes 4h 5m and costs 8.000 ₺ - 18.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul Otogar and Samsun?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from İstanbul Esenler bus station station and arriving at Samsun bus station station. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul Otogar and Samsun?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul Otogar to Samsun. However, there are services departing from Esenler Otogar and arriving at Samsun via Yenikapi, Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme and Yıldızeli. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 32m.

How far is it from Istanbul Otogar to Samsun?

The distance between Istanbul Otogar and Samsun is 721 km. The road distance is 734.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul Otogar to Samsun without a car is to bus via Istanbul Samandira Tesis which takes 10h and costs 1.100 ₺ - 1.500 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Istanbul Otogar to Samsun, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul Otogar to Samsun bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Istanbul Otogar to Samsun train from?

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

Train or bus from Istanbul Otogar to Samsun?

The best way to get from Istanbul Otogar to Samsun is to bus via Istanbul Samandira Tesis which takes 10h and costs 1.100 ₺ - 1.500 ₺. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 1.500 ₺ - 2.600 ₺ and takes 16h 32m.

Where does the Istanbul Otogar to Samsun bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Istanbul Otogar and Samsun?

Samsun is 2h 30m behind Istanbul Otogar. It is currently 7:45 AM in Istanbul Otogar and 5:15 AM in Samsun.

Where does the Istanbul Otogar to Samsun train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Istanbul Otogar to Samsun?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul Otogar to Samsun is 734 km. It takes approximately 8h 52m to drive from Istanbul Otogar to Samsun.

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

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Where can I stay near Samsun?

There are 55+ hotels available in Samsun.

Istanbul Otogar to Samsun - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Istanbul Otogar to Samsun by bus, plane, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus to Istanbul, fly to Samsun-Çarşamba Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Samsun-Çarşamba Airport (SZF)IST - SZF
4h 5m
₺8,238–17,965
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Samsun bus stationFlixBus KK5519B / ...
11h 30m
₺600–1,900
Bus via Istanbul Samandira Tesis
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Samandira Tesis
2. Take the bus from Istanbul Samandira Tesis to Samsun
10h
₺1,186–1,456
Train
1. Take the train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to YildizeliYht
2. Take the train from Yıldızeli to SamsunSamsun Sivas Hattı
16h 32m
₺1,565–2,573
Drive 734.1 km
1. Drive from Istanbul Otogar to Samsun734.1 km
8h 52m
₺3,678–5,313
Metro to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, fly to Samsun-Çarşamba Airport
1. Take the train from Ayrılık Çeşmesi to Sabiha Gokcen Airport
2. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Samsun-Çarşamba Airport (SZF)SAW - SZF
4h 19m
Bus to Istanbul, fly to Amasya, bus
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Amasya (MZH)IST - MZH
3. Take the bus from Merzifon to Samsun
5h 15m
₺11,638–13,265

Istanbul Otogar to Samsun by bus

203Weekly Buses

11h 30mAverage Duration

₺600Cheapest Price

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Distance: 720.9 km
Duration: 4h 5m

What companies run services between Istanbul Otogar, Turkey and Samsun, Turkey?

You can take a bus from Istanbul Otogari to Samsun via Istanbul Samandira Tesis in around 10h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Esenler Otogar to Samsun via Yenikapi, Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme, and Yıldızeli in around 16h 32m.

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