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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 Otogarı | 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 12 hours and with fares starting at just $22, 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
- AEsenler Otogarı, 34035 Bayrampaşa / İstanbul, Turkey
- BGüzeltepe, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı İstanbul, Türkiye, 34060 Eyüp, Turkey
- C
İstanbul
Altıntepsi, O-3, 34220 , Esenler/İstanbul, , Turkey - DFatih Mahallesi, Rıza Küçükoğlupaşa Cd., 34500 Büyükçekmece/İstanbul, Turkey
- E
Atakent
Atakent Mahallesi, Kamelya Sk. No:59, 34307 Küçükçekmece/İstanbul, Turkey - F
Harem
Üsküdar Harem Sahil Yolu, 34668 Üsküdar/Harem/İstanbul, , Turkey
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Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 $22. The average price for this route is around $28. 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 trip duration from Samsun to Istanbul Europe is 12h, covering a distance of 385 miles (620 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 47m 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 39 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Metro Turizm, Lüks Artvin Seyahat.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Samsun to Istanbul Europe?
The earliest bus departs from Samsun to Istanbul Europe at 12:59am. 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 recommended mode of travel 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 reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Samsun to Istanbul Europe?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $22To 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 $22 to $30 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 $25 which is on 2025-11-30.
Usually Metro Turizm, FlixBus 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.
