Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh

Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh

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Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh Destination Reviews

AN
It took forever to receive the ticket. There were no indication on where to take the boat neither on where was the bus departing from. On top of that it left with 2 hours delay and in total we arrived with more than 3h delay.
Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh, Van Van, Riya Transport, Nov 20, 2025
DG
12go could not tell us which Pier we were being picked up from. They gave us Co-ordinates for the rear end of a closed hotel.
Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh, Van Van, Champa Tourist Bus, Oct 21, 2025
CP
RA express has been the kindest and most accommodating company I have used in Asia thus far. They were very quick to answer all queries and made sure my journey went smoothly.
Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh, Van Van + Ferry, RA Express VIP, Oct 17, 2025
LK
People and service ok , but the car was awfull a lot of noise of the gears and wheels. Even with music ears in Not comfortable
Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh, Van Van + Ferry, RA Express VIP, Sep 17, 2025
CZ
Very nice
Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh, Bus Ferry + Bus, Sovan Rithy Express, May 3, 2025
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Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
Koh Rong Island Transport
Ferry + Van
00:30
04:30
$23.20
Bus
Koh Rong Island Transport
Ferry + Bus
01:00
05:00
$23.20
Bus
Go Ho Travel
Bus + Ferry
03:00
10:00
$23.56
Bus
Koh Rong Island Transport
Ferry + Van
03:30
07:30
$23.20
Bus
Koh Rong Island Transport
Ferry + Bus
04:00
08:00
$23.20
Van
Sovan Rithy Express
Minivan + Ferry
06:20
10:20
$24.50
Ferry
Chan Moly Roth Transportation
Ferry + Van
07:15
11:30
$24.07
Van
Sovan Rithy Express
Minivan + Ferry
08:40
12:40
$24.50
Bus
Koh Rong Island Transport
Ferry + Bus
09:00
13:00
$23.20
Van
Sovan Rithy Express
Minivan + Ferry
09:25
15:15
$25.52
Bus
Koh Rong Island Transport
Ferry + Bus
09:45
13:45
$23.20
Bus
Koh Rong Island Transport
Minibus
10:45
15:15
$24.65
Van
Sovan Rithy Express
Minivan + Ferry
11:40
15:40
$24.50
Bus
Koh Rong Island Transport
Ferry + Van
12:03
16:03
$23.20
Bus
Koh Rong Island Transport
Minibus
12:30
19:15
$24.65
Ferry
Chan Moly Roth Transportation
Ferry + Van
13:00
17:00
$24.07
Bus
Koh Rong Island Transport
Minibus
13:45
18:30
$24.65
Bus
Sovan Rithy Express
Ferry + Bus
15:00
19:00
$23.20
Van
Sovan Rithy Express
Minivan + Ferry
15:20
19:20
$24.50
Bus
Chan Moly Roth Transportation
Hotel Bus
16:15
00:30
$24.65

Transportation from Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh

Facts about the transport from Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh

Cheapest Transport$11
Fastest Transport2h 50m
Earliest Departure6:30 AM
Latest Departure5:30 PM
Departures per day43
Distance405 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBuva Sea Cambodia, Cambodia Angkor Air, Cambodia Royal Railway, Cambodia Royal Railway, Chan Moly Roth Transportation, Koh Rong Island Transport, Riya Transport, SIMA Express, Sovan Rithy Express

How to get from Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh

When you want to get from Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Ferry
  • Train
  • Van

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Ferry+train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 172.79. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 11.00.

How far is Koh Rong Samloem from Phnom Penh?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh. Your trip will be a total of 252 miles (405 km). The flying distance is 1498 miles (2409 km).

How long does it take to get from Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh?

The travel time from Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 9 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh?

The cost of the trip from Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Cambodia Royal Railway: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 11.00 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 172.79.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh:

  • Train tickets - USD 11.00 to USD 11.00;
  • Bus+Train price: USD 13.00. From Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh starting from 14:00 Sihanoukville until 14:00 Sihanoukville
  • Van price : USD 15.00 - USD 28.00;
  • Ferry+Train price: USD 25.00. From Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh starting from 12:30 Koh Rong Samloem until 12:30 Koh Rong Samloem
  • Ferry+Van price: USD 28.00 - USD 34.00. From Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh starting from 06:30 Longset Pier until 16:00 Longset Pier
  • Bus+Ferry price: USD 29.00. From Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh starting from 09:30 Koh Rong Samloem until 16:45 Koh Rong Samloem
  • Bus+Van price: USD 29.00. From Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh starting from 06:30 Long Set Pier until 16:00 Long Set Pier
  • Bus tickets - USD 31.00 to USD 31.00;
  • flight price: USD 173.00. From Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh starting from 13:10 Sihanoukville Airport until 13:10 Sihanoukville Airport

How many trips per day are there between Koh Rong Samloem and Phnom Penh?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • 20 by Ferry+Van from Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh starting from 06:30 Longset Pier until 16:00 Longset Pier
  • 10 by Bus+Van from Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh starting from 06:30 Long Set Pier until 16:00 Long Set Pier
  • Vans from Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh depart during the day - there are approximately 7 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 16:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 16:45. There are 3 available bus trips every day.
  • 1 by flight from Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh starting from 13:10 Sihanoukville Airport until 13:10 Sihanoukville Airport
  • 1 by Bus+Train from Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh starting from 14:00 Sihanoukville until 14:00 Sihanoukville
  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 1 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 51% chosen Ferry+Van
  • 33% opted for a van.
  • 5% chosen Ferry+Train
  • 5% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 4% chosen Bus+Ferry
  • 1% Other