Taganrog to Samsun by ferry
Samsun lies 693 km (431 mi) south of Taganrog, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 693 km (431 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 21 h. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Taganrog | Samsun | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Turkey |
| Population | 279,056 | 394,050 |
| Elevation | 21 m (69 ft) | 64 m (210 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) |
| Port | Taganrog | Samsunport |
What changes when you arrive in Samsun
Crossing from Russia into Turkey: money changes from the Ruble to the Lira (TRY); the dialling code becomes +90; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25743529.
Where to book ferries from Taganrog to Samsun
We take no bookings for these providers and hold no reservation with them. The provider you choose handles payment, confirmation, changes and refunds. How that works.
Staying in Samsun
Our booking partner lists 61 places to stay in Samsun. Of the 29 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (16), and 3 are five-star. Across 18 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8 out of 10. Guests have left 5,807 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Samsun
Live rooms and prices from our booking partner, booked and paid for here. Free cancellation is marked where it applies.
Common questions
How far is Samsun from Taganrog?
693 km (431 mi) in a straight line, south of Taganrog; by road roughly 846 km (525 mi).
How long does it take to get from Taganrog to Samsun by ferry?
About 21 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Taganrog and Samsun?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Samsun?
The Lira (TRY).
Where can I stay in Samsun?
Our booking partner lists 61 places to stay in Samsun, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.