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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Samsun Otogarı | Aşti | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Samsun Otogarı | Aşti | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Samsun | Ankara Otogarı | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Samsun | Ankara Otogarı | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Samsun | Ankara Otogarı | No tags |
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Get from Samsun to Ankara
The journey takes about 6 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Samsun and Ankara?
Stops in Samsun
- AKıran, Şht. Korhan Ekiz Blv., 55090 İlkadım/Samsun, Turkey
- B
Samsun
Samsun, Türkiye
Stops in Ankara
- AAnkara Otogarı, Aşti
- BAnkara Otobüs Terminali D:34, Aşti, Yenimahalle, Ankara, 06560, Turkey
- 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
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Samsun to Ankara 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 Samsun to Ankara?
The cheapest bus tickets from Samsun to Ankara start from $14. The average price for this route is around $17. 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 Samsun to Ankara?
The average bus trip duration from Samsun to Ankara is 6h 25m, covering a distance of 205 miles (331 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 29m and is operated by Lüks Artvin Seyahat.
Which bus companies service the Samsun to Ankara route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Lüks Artvin Seyahat.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Samsun to Ankara?
The earliest bus departs from Samsun to Ankara at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Samsun to Ankara?
A bus trip from Samsun to Ankara 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 Samsun to Ankara?
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 Samsun to Ankara?
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 Samsun to Ankara?
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 Samsun to Ankara?
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 Samsun to Ankara was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $16To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Samsun to Ankara, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $16 to $16 for a bus ticket from Samsun to Ankara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-12-01.
Usually FlixBus 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.
