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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Aşti | Samsun Otogarı | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Aşti | Samsun Otogarı | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Aşti | Samsun Otogarı | No tags | ||||
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 | Bus | Ankara Otogarı | Samsun | No tags |
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Get from Ankara to Samsun
The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Ankara and Samsun?
Stops in Ankara
- AAnkara Otobüs Terminali D:34, Aşti, Yenimahalle, Ankara, 06560, Turkey
- BAnkara Otogarı, Aşti
- C
Mamak
Meşrutiyet Mahallesi, Atatürk Blv No:97, 06420 Çankaya/Ankara, Turkey - D
Kızılay
Kızılay Mahallesi, 06420 Çankaya/Ankara, Turkey - E
Söğütözü Cep Terminali (Ankara)
Kızılay 1443. Cd. no:15/1, 06590 Çankaya/Ankara, Türkiye
Stops in Samsun
- AKıran, Şht. Korhan Ekiz Blv., 55090 İlkadım/Samsun, Turkey
- B
Samsun
Samsun, Türkiye
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ankara to Samsun by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Ankara to Samsun?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ankara to Samsun start from $13. The average price for this route is around $16. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Ankara to Samsun?
The average bus trip duration from Ankara to Samsun is 6h 20m, covering a distance of 205 miles (331 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h and is operated by Metro Turizm.
Which bus companies service the Ankara to Samsun route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Metro Turizm, Lüks Artvin Seyahat.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ankara to Samsun?
The earliest bus departs from Ankara to Samsun at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ankara to Samsun?
A bus trip from Ankara to Samsun generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Ankara to Samsun?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Lüks Artvin Seyahat, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ankara to Samsun?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Ankara to Samsun?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ankara to Samsun?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Lüks Artvin Seyahat, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Ankara to Samsun was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $14To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ankara to Samsun, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $14 to $16 for a bus ticket from Ankara to Samsun based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-12-02.
Usually Metro Turizm will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
