What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Samsun?

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Samsun is to bus via Alibeyköy which costs 850 ₺ - 1.200 ₺ and takes 13h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Samsun?

The fastest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Samsun is to fly and bus which takes 5h 18m and costs 11.000 ₺ - 24.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul (State) and Samsun?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul (State) to Samsun. However, there are services departing from Fatih İtfaiye and arriving at Samsun via Alibeyköy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul (State) and Samsun?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul (State) to Samsun. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Samsun via Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme and Yıldızeli. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 10m.

How far is it from Istanbul (State) to Samsun?

The distance between Istanbul (State) and Samsun is 688 km. The road distance is 726.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul (State) to Samsun without a car is to bus which takes 12h 9m and costs 600 ₺ - 1.900 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Istanbul (State) to Samsun?

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Istanbul (State) to Samsun, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul (State) to Samsun bus from?

Istanbul (State) to Samsun bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, depart from Alibeyköy station.

Where do I catch the Istanbul (State) to Samsun train from?

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

Train or bus from Istanbul (State) to Samsun?

The best way to get from Istanbul (State) to Samsun is to bus which takes 12h 9m and costs 600 ₺ - 1.900 ₺. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 1.500 ₺ - 2.600 ₺ and takes 16h 10m.

Where does the Istanbul (State) to Samsun bus arrive?

Istanbul (State) to Samsun bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, arrive at Samsun station.

Where does the Istanbul (State) to Samsun train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Istanbul (State) to Samsun?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul (State) to Samsun is 726 km. It takes approximately 8h 45m to drive from Istanbul (State) to Samsun.

Where can I stay near Samsun?

There are 55+ hotels available in Samsun.

Istanbul (State) to Samsun - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Istanbul (State) to Samsun by plane, bus, 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.

Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Samsun-Çarşamba Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Samsun-Çarşamba Airport (SZF)plane SAW - SZF
2. Take the bus from Çarşamba to Samsunbus
5h 39m
₺1,454–5,400
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Samsun bus stationbus FlixBus KK5519B / ...
12h 9m
₺600–1,900
Train
1. Take the train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to Yildizelitrain Yht
2. Take the train from Yıldızeli to Samsuntrain Samsun Sivas Hattı
16h 10m
₺1,565–2,573
Drive 726.3 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Samsuncar 726.3 km
8h 45m
₺3,689–5,329
Fly Istanbul to Amasya, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Amasya (MZH)plane IST - MZH
2. Take the bus from Merzifon to Samsunbus
5h 18m
₺11,631–23,484
Fly Istanbul to Samsun-Çarşamba Airport, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Samsun-Çarşamba Airport (SZF)plane IST - SZF
2. Take the bus from Çarşamba to Samsunbus
6h 7m
₺7,828–27,742
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Ordu - Giresun Airport, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Ordu - Giresun Airport (OGU)plane SAW - OGU
2. Take the bus from Ordu bus station to Samsun bus stationbus
7h 17m
₺1,966–6,152
Fly Istanbul to Sinop Airport, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Sinop Airport (NOP)plane IST - NOP
2. Take the bus from Sinop bus station to Samsun bus stationbus
6h 50m
₺11,554–12,660
Fly Istanbul to Tokat, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Tokat (TJK)plane IST - TJK
2. Take the bus from Turhal bus station to Samsun bus stationbus
7h 28m
₺9,256–29,988
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Istanbul Pendik to Ankaratrain Yht / ...
2. Take the bus from Kayas to Samsunbus
12h 16m
₺1,059–1,552
Bus via Alibeyköy
1. Take the bus from Alibeyköy to Samsunbus
13h 22m
₺890–1,140

Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Samsun-Çarşamba Airport (SZF) flights

43Weekly Planes

1h 38mAverage Duration

₺1,339Cheapest Price

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Distance: 688.3 km
Duration: 5h 39m

What companies run services between Istanbul (State), Turkey and Samsun, Turkey?

Kamil Koc operates a bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Samsun bus station hourly. Tickets cost ₺950–1,400 and the journey takes 11h 30m. Four other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a train from Yenikapi to Samsun via Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme and Yıldızeli in around 16h 10m.

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