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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Samsun | Esenler Otogarı | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Samsun Otogarı | Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Samsun Otogarı | Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Samsun | Esenler Otogarı | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Samsun Otogarı | Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı | No tags |
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Get from Samsun to Istanbul Europe
The journey takes about 11 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Samsun and Istanbul Europe?
Stops in Samsun
- AKıran, Şht. Korhan Ekiz Blv., 55090 İlkadım/Samsun, Turkey
- B
Samsun
Samsun, Türkiye
Stops in Istanbul Europe
- AGüzeltepe, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı İstanbul, Türkiye, 34060 Eyüp, Turkey
- BEsenler Otogarı, 34035 Bayrampaşa / İstanbul, Turkey
- C
İstanbul
Altıntepsi, O-3, 34220 , Esenler/İstanbul, , Turkey - DFatih Mahallesi, Rıza Küçükoğlupaşa Cd., 34500 Büyükçekmece/İstanbul, Turkey
- E
Esenler Otogarı
Esenler Otogarı, Altıntepsi, 34035 Bayrampaşa/İstanbul, Türkiye - F
Esenler Otogar
Altıntepsi, Esenler Otogarı No:25, 34035 Bayrampaşa/İstanbul, Türkiye
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Samsun to Istanbul Europe 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 Istanbul Europe?
The cheapest bus tickets from Samsun to Istanbul Europe start from $27. The average price for this route is around $38. 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 Istanbul Europe?
The average bus travel time from Samsun to Istanbul Europe is 11h 55m, covering a distance of 620 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 15m and is operated by Metro Turizm.
Which bus companies service the Samsun to Istanbul Europe route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 40 buses available per day, including services from Metro Turizm, FlixBus, Lüks Artvin Seyahat.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Samsun to Istanbul Europe?
The earliest bus departs from Samsun to Istanbul Europe at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Samsun to Istanbul Europe?
A bus trip from Samsun to Istanbul Europe generates an estimated 15 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 Samsun to Istanbul Europe?
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 Istanbul Europe?
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 Samsun to Istanbul Europe?
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 Samsun to Istanbul Europe?
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 Istanbul Europe was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $39To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Samsun to Istanbul Europe, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $39 to $50 for a bus ticket from Samsun to Istanbul Europe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2026-02-02.
Usually Lüks Artvin Seyahat 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.
