Buses from Samsun to Istanbul

Buses from Samsun to Istanbul

Samsun
Istanbul
Fri, Jul 5
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$22
 
 
$50

Other Options

Samsun to Istanbul Bus Schedule

Samsun to Istanbul Bus Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Sahil Seyahat Standard 2X1 00:30 - 14:30TRY 828
Turkish Airlines Economy #TK281903:40 - 05:20TRY 1,782
Turkish Airlines Economy #TK281904:40 - 06:20TRY 1,280
Pegasus Airlines Economy 07:00 - 18:40TRY 2,369
Pegasus Airlines Economy 08:35 - 22:15TRY 2,730
Ali Osman Ulusoy Standard 2X1 11:45 - 00:45TRY 748
Giresun Standard 2X1 13:35 - 04:35TRY 805
Ali Osman Ulusoy Standard 2X1 14:00 - 05:00TRY 943
Giresun Standard 2X1 17:35 - 07:35TRY 863
Ali Osman Ulusoy Standard 2X1 19:30 - 08:30TRY 748
Findikkale Turizm Standard 2X2 20:00 - 10:00TRY 920
Vib Turizm Standard 2X2 22:30 - 11:30TRY 1,150

Transportation from Samsun to Istanbul

Facts about the bus from Samsun to Istanbul

Cheapest Bus$22
Fastest Bus11h
Earliest Bus12:30 AM
Latest Bus11:59 PM
Daily Bus Routes200
Distance850 kilometers
Bus CompaniesAli Osman Ulusoy, Aybasti Itimat Turizm, Aydogan Turizm, Bafra Seyahat, Dagistanli Turizm, Findikkale Turizm, Giresun, GNC Ulasim, Istanbul Seyahat, Iyigun Carsamba, Izzet Ozturk Seyahat, Kanberoglu Turizm, Kaptanoglu Seyahat, Luks Artvin Seyahat, Luks Gumushane, Nokta Turizm, Ozay Turizm, Ozgul Bafra Turizm, Rize Ses, Sahil Seyahat, Varan Turizm, Vib Turizm, Yeniden As Bafra

How to get from Samsun to Istanbul by Bus

Taking a bus to get from Samsun to Istanbul is a safe, comfortable and less expensive alternative for traveling this route. To popular destinations, bus companies operate multiple trips per day, often round the clock at 30-60 minute intervals. To less traveled destinations, there may be only 1 scheduled trip a day. The most common bus types are non-air-conditioned, air-conditioned, and premium buses.

It is best to reserve your tickets at least a few days ahead of your travel date. Check our list of bus companies available for online booking offering Samsun to Istanbul tickets. When traveling on weekends and holidays it is recommended to reserve tickets much earlier due to higher numbers of travelers, both vacation-makers and urban workers returning home to their provincial home.

How far is it from Samsun to Istanbul?

Traveling by bus, the distance from Samsun to Istanbul depends on the route taken. Most bus companies travel via expressways or tollways. This may not necessarily be the shortest route but it is the fastest one as normally there is less traffic and no traffic lights.

To get to certain island destinations which are not connected to the mainland by a bridge, buses board large car ferries. Passengers are usually asked to get off the bus, but there is no need to take your luggage from the bus. The travel distance from port to port is added to the total distance.

How long does it take to get from Samsun to Istanbul by Bus?

The estimate travel time from Samsun to Istanbul is about 11h. Note that traveling by bus is slower compared to driving your own car or getting a taxi. Depending on the departure time congestion between Samsun and Istanbul may differ greatly There is usually more traffic between morning until afternoon during weekdays than during weekends.

Another important factor that may affect travel time is the type of bus. Premium or VIP buses are usually faster as they use motorways and call to fewer bus stations (if any) en route. Buses normally make short 10-30-minute breaks after a few hours of continuous travel to allow passengers use bathrooms, stock up on munchies and let bus attendants and the driver have rest.

Some premium buses have onboard toilets and the second driver. Nevertheless, usually they still make en route stops for a quick lunch or fuel refill.

How much does it cost to get from Samsun to Istanbul by Bus?

The ticket price from Samsun to Istanbul can vary depending on the type of buses you choose. For a less expensive ticket consider non-air-conditioned or ordinary buses. Premium or luxury buses are more expensive but you can expect more comfort and some additional services like phone charging ports, personal entertainment system screens and toilets.

Samsun to Istanbul timetable

To help you plan your trip, here is the Samsun to Istanbul timetable of bus departure and arrival times.

Best Rated Companies for this Route

Bus companies differ a lot in quality and service they provide. When choosing a bus company for you travels, do some basic research before you buy your tickets.

Safety is one of the most important aspects to consider. We also recommend you checking reviews on overall service quality of the bus companies serving this route.

Our service only partners with reliable and trustworthy bus companies. We do our best to provide your a choice of the best operators available on each route.