How far is Samsun from Istanbul Europe by coach?

The journey from Istanbul Europe to Samsun by coach covers an approximate distance of 384 miles (620 km).

Is there a way to reach Samsun from Istanbul Europe without flying?

To travel from Istanbul Europe to Samsun without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Bus Istanbul Europe to Samsun from £18 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Istanbul Europe to Samsun on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00	Esenler Otogarı	12h 15m	23:15	Samsun Otogarı	Cheapest
Bus	23:20	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	10h 10m	09:30	Samsun Otogarı	Fastest
Bus	11:20	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	11h 35m	22:55	Samsun Otogarı	No tags
Bus	00:30	Esenler Otogarı	12h 15m	12:45	Samsun	No tags
Bus	16:30	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	11h 30m	04:00	Samsun Otogarı	No tags

Next departures from Istanbul Europe to Samsun on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00	Esenler Otogarı	12h 15m	23:15	Samsun Otogarı	Cheapest
Bus	20:20	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	10h 20m	06:40	Samsun Otogarı	Fastest
Bus	11:20	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	11h 35m	22:55	Samsun Otogarı	No tags
Bus	00:30	Esenler Otogarı	12h 15m	12:45	Samsun	No tags
Bus	16:30	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	11h 30m	04:00	Samsun Otogarı	No tags

Next departures from Istanbul Europe to Samsun on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00	Esenler Otogarı	12h 15m	23:15	Samsun Otogarı	Cheapest
Bus	20:20	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	10h 20m	06:40	Samsun Otogarı	Fastest
Bus	11:20	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	11h 35m	22:55	Samsun Otogarı	No tags
Bus	00:30	Esenler Otogarı	12h 15m	12:45	Samsun	No tags
Bus	16:30	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	11h 30m	04:00	Samsun Otogarı	No tags

Next departures from Istanbul Europe to Samsun on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00	Esenler Otogarı	12h 15m	23:15	Samsun Otogarı	Cheapest
Bus	20:20	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	10h 20m	06:40	Samsun Otogarı	Fastest
Bus	11:20	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	11h 35m	22:55	Samsun Otogarı	No tags
Bus	00:30	Esenler Otogarı	12h 15m	12:45	Samsun	No tags
Bus	16:30	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	11h 30m	04:00	Samsun Otogarı	No tags

Next departures from Istanbul Europe to Samsun on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00	Esenler Otogarı	12h 15m	23:15	Samsun Otogarı	Cheapest
Bus	20:20	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	10h 20m	06:40	Samsun Otogarı	Fastest
Bus	11:20	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	11h 35m	22:55	Samsun Otogarı	No tags
Bus	00:30	Esenler Otogarı	12h 15m	12:45	Samsun	No tags
Bus	16:30	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	11h 30m	04:00	Samsun Otogarı	No tags

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Get from Istanbul Europe to Samsun

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

40bus per day

11h 40mAverage duration

385 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Istanbul Europe and Samsun?

Stops in Istanbul Europe

A
Esenler Otogarı
Esenler Otogarı, 34035 Bayrampaşa / İstanbul, Turkey
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B
Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
Güzeltepe, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı İstanbul, Türkiye, 34060 Eyüp, Turkey
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C
İstanbul
Altıntepsi, O-3, 34220 , Esenler/İstanbul, , Turkey
D
Büyükçekmece
Fatih Mahallesi, Rıza Küçükoğlupaşa Cd., 34500 Büyükçekmece/İstanbul, Turkey
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E
Atakent
Atakent Mahallesi, Kamelya Sk. No:59, 34307 Küçükçekmece/İstanbul, Turkey
F
Harem
Üsküdar Harem Sahil Yolu, 34668 Üsküdar/Harem/İstanbul, , Turkey

Stops in Samsun

A
Samsun Otogarı
Kıran, Şht. Korhan Ekiz Blv., 55090 İlkadım/Samsun, Turkey
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B
Samsun
Samsun, Türkiye

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Metro Turizm

3/5255 reviews

Staff3.3

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.7

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Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

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4.5/54 reviews

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Istanbul Europe to Samsun

How far is Samsun from Istanbul Europe by coach?
The journey from Istanbul Europe to Samsun by coach covers an approximate distance of 384 miles (620 km).
Is there a way to reach Samsun from Istanbul Europe without flying?
To travel from Istanbul Europe to Samsun without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

20/11

£22

21/11

£20

Today

£20

23/11

£20

24/11

£21

25/11

£20

26/11

£20

27/11

£20

The cheapest trip from Istanbul Europe to Samsun was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of £20

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Istanbul Europe to Samsun as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £20 to £23 for a bus ticket from Istanbul Europe to Samsun based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £20, which is on 2025-11-23.

Usually FlixBus, 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.