How much is the bus ticket from Istanbul Europe to Samsun?

The cheapest bus tickets from Istanbul Europe to Samsun start from $20. The average price for this route is around $24. 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 Istanbul Europe to Samsun?

The average bus trip duration from Istanbul Europe to Samsun is 11h 45m, covering a distance of 385 miles (620 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 15m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Istanbul Europe to Samsun route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 39 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 Istanbul Europe to Samsun?

The earliest bus departs from Istanbul Europe to Samsun at 12:19am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Istanbul Europe to Samsun?

A bus trip from Istanbul Europe to Samsun generates an estimated 15 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 Istanbul Europe 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 Istanbul Europe 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 Istanbul Europe 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 Istanbul Europe 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.

Bus Istanbul Europe to Samsun from $22 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Istanbul Europe to Samsun on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:20pm	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	11h 55m	11:15am	Samsun	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Istanbul Europe to Samsun on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00am	Esenler Otogarı	12h 15m	11:15pm	Samsun Otogarı	Cheapest
Bus	8:20pm	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	10h 20m	6:40am	Samsun Otogarı	Fastest
Bus	11:20am	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	11h 35m	10:55pm	Samsun Otogarı	No tags
Bus	8:30am	Esenler Otogarı	12h 50m	9:20pm	Samsun	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	10h 30m	4:00am	Samsun Otogarı	No tags

Next departures for Istanbul Europe to Samsun on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00am	Esenler Otogarı	12h 15m	11:15pm	Samsun Otogarı	Cheapest
Bus	8:20pm	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	10h 20m	6:40am	Samsun Otogarı	Fastest
Bus	11:20am	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	11h 35m	10:55pm	Samsun Otogarı	No tags
Bus	8:30am	Esenler Otogarı	12h 50m	9:20pm	Samsun	No tags
Bus	4:30pm	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	11h 30m	4:00am	Samsun Otogarı	No tags

Next departures for Istanbul Europe to Samsun on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00am	Esenler Otogarı	12h 15m	11:15pm	Samsun Otogarı	Cheapest
Bus	8:20pm	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	10h 20m	6:40am	Samsun Otogarı	Fastest
Bus	11:20am	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	11h 35m	10:55pm	Samsun Otogarı	No tags
Bus	8:30am	Esenler Otogarı	12h 50m	9:20pm	Samsun	No tags
Bus	4:30pm	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	11h 30m	4:00am	Samsun Otogarı	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:05 PM +03.

Get from Istanbul Europe to Samsun

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

39bus per day

11h 45mAverage Duration

385 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Istanbul Europe and Samsun?

Stops in Istanbul Europe

A
Esenler Otogarı
Esenler Otogarı, 34035 Bayrampaşa / İstanbul, Turkey
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B
Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
Güzeltepe, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı İstanbul, Türkiye, 34060 Eyüp, Turkey
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C
İstanbul
Altıntepsi, O-3, 34220 , Esenler/İstanbul, , Turkey
D
Büyükçekmece
Fatih Mahallesi, Rıza Küçükoğlupaşa Cd., 34500 Büyükçekmece/İstanbul, Turkey
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E
Atakent
Atakent Mahallesi, Kamelya Sk. No:59, 34307 Küçükçekmece/İstanbul, Turkey
F
Harem
Üsküdar Harem Sahil Yolu, 34668 Üsküdar/Harem/İstanbul, , Turkey

Stops in Samsun

A
Samsun Otogarı
Kıran, Şht. Korhan Ekiz Blv., 55090 İlkadım/Samsun, Turkey
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B
Samsun
Samsun, Türkiye

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,483 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Metro Turizm

3/5255 reviews

Staff3.3

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi1.4

Lüks Artvin Seyahat

4.5/54 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

TR bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Istanbul Europe 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 Istanbul Europe to Samsun?
The cheapest bus tickets from Istanbul Europe to Samsun start from $20. The average price for this route is around $24. 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 Istanbul Europe to Samsun?
The average bus trip duration from Istanbul Europe to Samsun is 11h 45m, covering a distance of 385 miles (620 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Istanbul Europe to Samsun route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 39 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 Istanbul Europe to Samsun?
The earliest bus departs from Istanbul Europe to Samsun at 12:19am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Istanbul Europe to Samsun?
A bus trip from Istanbul Europe to Samsun generates an estimated 15 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 Istanbul Europe 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 Istanbul Europe 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 Istanbul Europe 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 Istanbul Europe 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.

Best price found

11/29

$28

11/30

$28

Today

$26

12/02

$26

12/03

$26

12/04

$22

12/05

$26

12/06

$26

The cheapest trip from Istanbul Europe to Samsun was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $22

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Istanbul Europe to Samsun, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $22 to $30 for a bus ticket from Istanbul Europe to Samsun based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-12-04.

Usually FlixBus, 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.