Cities Near Samsun
Cities near Samsun, Turkey: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Çarşamba, Bafra, Erbaa. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Samsun, Turkey is Çarşamba, about 21 mi (33 km) away — roughly 40 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Çarşamba | 21 mi / 33 km | 40 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bafra | 30 mi / 48 km | 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Erbaa | 44 mi / 71 km | 1 hr 19 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ünye | 50 mi / 81 km | 1 hr 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Amasya | 51 mi / 81 km | 1 hr 31 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Merzifon | 53 mi / 86 km | 1 hr 36 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Fatsa | 63 mi / 102 km | 1 hr 53 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Turhal | 63 mi / 102 km | 1 hr 53 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Tokat | 68 mi / 109 km | 2 hr 1 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Zile | 71 mi / 115 km | 2 hr 8 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Samsun
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Çarşamba, Bafra, Erbaa, Ünye, Amasya. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Samsun include Çarşamba, Bafra, Erbaa, Ünye, Amasya. The closest is Çarşamba, about 21 miles (33 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.