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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | İzmir Otogarı | Samsun Otogarı | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:21 AM +03.
Get from Izmir to Samsun
The journey takes about 15 hours, and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Izmir and Samsun?
Stops in Izmir
- Aİzmir Otogarı, Karacaoğlan, Kemal Paşa Cad. No:1 D:158, 35070 Bornova/İzmir
- B
Adnan Menderes Havaalanı (Gaziemir, İzmir)
Dokuz Eylül Mh., Adnan Menderes Havaalanı, 35410 Gaziemir/İzmir, Turkey
Stops in Samsun
- AKıran, Şht. Korhan Ekiz Blv., 55090 İlkadım/Samsun, Turkey
- B
Samsun
Samsun, Türkiye
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Izmir 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 Izmir to Samsun?
The cheapest bus tickets from Izmir to Samsun start from $39. The average price for this route is around $49. 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 Izmir to Samsun?
The average bus travel time from Izmir to Samsun is 15h, covering a distance of 837 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 15m and is operated by Metro Turizm.
Which bus companies service the Izmir to Samsun route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Metro Turizm.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Izmir to Samsun?
The earliest bus departs from Izmir to Samsun at 8:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Izmir to Samsun?
A bus trip from Izmir to Samsun generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Izmir to Samsun?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Izmir to Samsun?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Izmir to Samsun?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Izmir to Samsun?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Izmir to Samsun was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $37To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Izmir to Samsun, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $37 to $49 for a bus ticket from Izmir to Samsun based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $49 which is on 2025-11-30.
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.
