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Distance from Mersin to Samsun

Straight line

517 km
321 mi · 279 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 1 h 9 min

Direction

NNE 16°
initial bearing

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How far is Mersin from Samsun?

Mersin (Türkiye) and Samsun (Türkiye) are a medium distance apart: 517 km in a straight line, that is 321 miles or 279 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Mersin, Samsun lies to the north (initial bearing 16°). Both cities are in Türkiye. The halfway point is at 39.0489°, 35.4606°.

A direct flight would take about 1 h 9 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Mersin from Samsun?

The straight-line distance between Mersin and Samsun is 517 km (321 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Samsun from Mersin?

Samsun is to the north of Mersin, at an initial bearing of 16°.

How long is the flight from Mersin to Samsun?

A direct flight would take about 1 h 9 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.