Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem

Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem

Phnom Penh
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Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem Destination Reviews

JL
Phnom Penh-Koh Ron Sanloem. We did over pay by around £20 which we didn't realise until afterwards. If you are going to Koh Rong (either island) please only book from Phomn Penh to Sihanoukville (as close to the ferry port as possible, or a Grab will be cheap if not, and buy your ferry ticket separately from the port, there are many company's there and it will work out a lot cheaper! That been said though, the journey was smooth, driver was good, we arrived on time, when we got there, there was a lady asking us our final destination and then she writes out a prepaid ticket for us to go around to the ferry companies offices and you have to wait in the queue and they give you an actual ticket.
Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem, Van Minivan + Ferry, Sovan Rithy Express, Mar 15, 2025
OM
We booked the trip from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Sanloem with Sima Express. Everything went smooth and without problems. We left at the Phnom Penh Office on time and drove to the port at Sihanouk with one 20 minute stop in between for toilets. The driver led us to the ticket office of the ferry company, where we got the tickets. Thats where the driver left us and then got on the ferry as told by the ladies in the ferry office.
Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem, Van Minivan + Ferry, SIMA Express (សីម៉ា អុិចប្រេស), Mar 1, 2025
BK
On time for pickup and arrival.
Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem, Van Minivan + Ferry, SIMA Express (សីម៉ា អុិចប្រេស), Feb 14, 2025
OH
We ended up not leaving Phnom Penh until around 11:30/12pm instead of 10:30am because they were collecting people from around the city. We then arrived at the Ferry terminal to be told that our boat was at 3pm, which was running late. We ended up arriving 2 hours late. The vehicles aircon wasn’t amazing but the drive okay overall
Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem, Van Minivan + Ferry, SIMA Express (សីម៉ា អុិចប្រេស), Jun 16, 2024
RB
All seemed fine at the start but then ended up arriving in Samloem 2hrs later than stated, waited over 1h for the ferry while other firms boats were leaving. At the pier there was no sign of the firm everyone seemed so disoriented and had to ask around, the ferry also went to 2 Koh Rong piers first then stopped at Samloem(the ferry journey in total was over 1.5h). You may want to look for separate bus and boat rather than pay 45$ for smooth transfer and arrival in Samloem which you wont get (also this price inc return ticket so you bear that in mind when coming back)
Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem, Van Minivan + Ferry, SIMA Express (សីម៉ា អុិចប្រេស), Jan 18, 2024
M
Well arranged. Quick ride, though quite a long wait for the boat. Arrival time on the island was communicated as 3pm, but that was the boat departure time.
Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem, Van Minivan + Ferry, SIMA Express (សីម៉ា អុិចប្រេស), Jan 4, 2024
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Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
Virak Buntham Express
Luxury Hotel
00:45
05:00
$33.97
Van
Virak Buntham Express
VIP
05:00
09:15
$33.97
Van
Koh Rong Island Transport
Minivan + Ferry
06:30
10:30
$21.00
  2.0
Bus
Koh Rong Island Transports
Minibus
07:30
12:45
$38.25
  4.0
Bus
CP Express
Minibus
08:30
15:15
$38.25
Bus
CP Express
Minibus
09:30
15:45
$38.25
Van
Virak Buntham Express
VIP
10:00
15:15
$33.97
Van
SIMA Express
Minivan + Ferry
10:30
16:30
$33.80
  2.0
Bus
Koh Rong Island Transports
Minibus
11:00
15:45
$38.25
  4.0
Bus
Chan Moly Roth Transportation
Minivan
11:30
16:40
$33.20
Bus
Koh Rong Island Transports
Minibus
13:30
17:45
$38.25
  4.0
Van
SIMA Express
Minivan + Ferry
14:30
21:00
$25.28

Transportation from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem

Facts about the transport from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem

Cheapest Transport$11
Fastest Transport3h
Earliest Departure7:00 午前
Latest Departure8:45 午後
Departures per day11
Distance150 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCambodia Angkor Air, Cambodia Royal Railway, Giant Ibis Transport, Koh Rong Island Transport, SIMA Express, Sovan Rithy Express, Vietnam Airlines

How to get from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem

When you want to get from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem, 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 flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 324.61. 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 Phnom Penh from Koh Rong Samloem?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem. 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 Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem?

The travel time from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 17 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem 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 324.61.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 11.00 to USD 11.00;
  • Van price : USD 15.00;
  • Bus tickets - USD 17.00 to USD 17.00;
  • Bus+Ferry price: USD 36.00 - USD 45.00. From Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem starting from 07:30 Phnom Penh until 13:30 Phnom Penh
  • Ferry+Van price: USD 46.00 - USD 47.00. From Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem starting from 07:30 Sovan Rithy Express Phnom Penh until 11:00 Sovan Rithy Express Phnom Penh
  • flight price: USD 306.00 - USD 325.00. From Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem starting from 16:40 Phnom Penh Airport until 20:45 Phnom Penh Airport

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

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

  • 4 by Bus+Ferry from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem starting from 07:30 Phnom Penh until 13:30 Phnom Penh
  • 3 by flight from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem starting from 16:40 Phnom Penh Airport until 20:45 Phnom Penh Airport
  • Vans from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem depart during the day - there are approximately 3 departures a day.
  • 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 Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem 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 Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem. 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 Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem.

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 Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem? 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:

  • 43% chosen Ferry+Van
  • 43% opted for a van.
  • 8% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 6% chosen Bus+Ferry