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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Samsun is to train and bus which costs 1.100 ₺ - 1.700 ₺ and takes 11h 55m.

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 2m and costs 12.000 ₺ - 35.000 ₺.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul (State) to Samsun station. However, there are services departing from İskenderpaşa and arriving at Samsun bus station via İstanbul Esenler bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 55m.

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 15h 53m.

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 train and bus which takes 11h 55m and costs 1.100 ₺ - 1.700 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m 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 Kamil Koç, depart from İstanbul Esenler bus 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 train which takes 15h 53m and costs 1.800 ₺ - 2.700 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 600 ₺ - 2.600 ₺ and takes 12h 55m.

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

Istanbul (State) to Samsun bus services, operated by Kamil Koç, arrive at Samsun bus 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 40m to drive from Istanbul (State) to Samsun.

Where can I stay near Samsun?

There are 60+ hotels available in Samsun.

Istanbul (State) to Samsun - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 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 28m
₺2,356–5,537
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Samsun bus stationbus FlixBus KK5519B / ...
12h 55m
₺640–2,560
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to Ankaratrain Yht / ...
2. Take the bus from Kayaş to Samsunbus
11h 55m
₺1,192–1,695
Train
1. Take the train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to Yildizelitrain Yht
2. Take the train from Yıldızeli to Samsuntrain Samsun Sivas Hattı
15h 53m
₺1,837–2,615
Drive 726.3 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Samsuncar 726.3 km
8h 40m
₺4,228–6,107
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 1m
₺12,198–14,279
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 11m
₺2,240–7,682
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 2m
₺12,814–34,634
Fly Istanbul to Tokat, train
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Tokat (TJK)plane IST - TJK
2. Take the train from Turhal to Samsuntrain
9h 14m
₺11,244–28,244
Bus via Istanbul Samandira Tesis
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Samandira Tesisbus
2. Take the bus from Istanbul Samandira Tesis to Samsunbus
13h 54m
₺2,082–2,992

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

45Weekly Planes

1h 36mAverage Duration

₺1,933Cheapest Price

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Distance: 688.2 km
Duration: 5h 28m

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

You can take a train from Yenikapi to Samsun via Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme and Yıldızeli in around 15h 53m. Alternatively, Kamil Koç operates a bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Samsun bus station every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₺950–1,400 and the journey takes 11h 25m. Three other operators also service this route.

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