Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh

Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh

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Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh Destination Reviews

JJ
No information, outdated bus snd boat. Worst so far.
Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh, Van Van + Ferry, RA Express VIP, Jan 21, 2026
MG
The ferry was 30mins early - the arrival about 30mins late - so not as fast as promised. No clear information about when the bus to shianoulville were to leave. The VIP car was very run down Good driver
Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh, Van Van + Ferry, RA Express VIP, Jan 11, 2026
D
Transport took 3 hours longer than indicated
Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh, Van Van + Ferry, RA Express VIP, Dec 15, 2025
LB
It was a combined boat and minivan trip. However, the voucher didn’t tell where to go in the harbour. There was no Information and nobody at the pier to pick me up. I had to ask several people to finally find one who explained me the way to the office.
Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh, Bus Ferry + Bus, Koh Rong Island Transport, Nov 23, 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

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 Van. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus+Ferry ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 28.00. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a ferry+train as a ferry+train ticket costs as low as USD 25.45.

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 94 miles (150 km). The flying distance is 94 miles (150 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 27 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 Buva Sea Cambodia, Cambodia Royal Railway: travelling by ferry+train expect to pay as low as USD 25.45 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus+Ferry - a one-way Bus+Ferry ticket can cost as much as USD 28.00.

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 18.00;
  • 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 29.00;
  • 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 27.00 - USD 44.00. From Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh starting from 06:30 Koh Rong Samloem until 16:45 Koh Rong Samloem
  • Bus+Ferry price: USD 28.00. 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 - USD 30.00. From Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh starting from 08:40 Soon Neung Pier until 14:10 Soon Neung Pier
  • Bus tickets - USD 33.00 to USD 33.00;
  • flight price: USD 245.00 - USD 526.00. From Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh starting from 13:10 Sihanoukville Airport until 17:40 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.

  • 4 by Bus+Ferry from Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh starting from 09:30 Koh Rong Samloem until 16:45 Koh Rong Samloem
  • 1 by Ferry+Train from Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh starting from 12:30 Koh Rong Samloem until 12:30 Koh Rong Samloem

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:

  • 52% chosen Ferry+Van
  • 32% opted for a van.
  • 5% chosen Bus+Ferry
  • 5% chosen Ferry+Train
  • 4% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh

Facts about the transport from Koh Rong Samloem to Phnom Penh

Cheapest Transport$11
Fastest Transport3h
Earliest Departure6:30 AM
Latest Departure5:40 PM
Departures per day5
Distance150 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBuva Sea Cambodia, Cambodia Angkor Air, Cambodia Angkor Air, Cambodia Royal Railway, Chan Moly Roth Transportation, Koh Rong Island Transport, Riya Transport, SIMA Express, Sovan Rithy Express, Vietnam Airlines