Phnom Penh to Koh Rong

Phnom Penh to Koh Rong

Phnom Penh
Koh Rong
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Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Destination Reviews

MJ
Such a great tour! We returned to one of the places we were taken to for lunch. We will certainly revisit the others next time we're in Phnom Penh.
Phnom Penh to Koh Rong, Van Minivan + Ferry, Koh Rong Island Transport, Jun 2, 2025
OD
Minivan was very comfortable so was boat Said we would arrive at 11 but obviously they didn’t include ferry in timing so we arrived at 1pm instead
Phnom Penh to Koh Rong, Van Minivan + Ferry, Koh Rong Island Transport, May 30, 2025
GE
Nice comfortable ride , arrived just about to the minute on time, will definitely use again
Phnom Penh to Koh Rong, Van VIP, Virak Buntham Express, May 12, 2025
MF
Professional supplier. But you buy automatically a return ticket for the ferry which I don't needed. 25USD more for another ferry. The whole ferry ticket you don't understand well on the platform, what you are buying. I recommend buy it all separately.
Phnom Penh to Koh Rong, Van VIP, Virak Buntham Express, May 8, 2025
E
Everything was fine, just a little bit hot as the ac is not that strong
Phnom Penh to Koh Rong, Van Minivan + Ferry, Koh Rong Island Transport, Apr 29, 2025
IM
Everything went smoothly highly recommend.
Phnom Penh to Koh Rong, Van Minivan + Ferry, Sovan Rithy Express, Apr 6, 2025
M
We were made to squeeze in the front in a seat that didn’t have a back rest of seat belt.
Phnom Penh to Koh Rong, Bus Minibus, Koh Rong Island Transports, Feb 19, 2025
DL
All went well
Phnom Penh to Koh Rong, Bus Minibus, Sovan Rithy Express, Feb 13, 2025
KD
There were 2 departure addresses so I went to the wrong one and had to walk 12 mins to the correct address and for the price I paid I thought it was a return ticket but it wasn't. Nit a great experience...
Phnom Penh to Koh Rong, Van Minivan + Ferry, Sovan Rithy Express, Jan 21, 2025
L
alles hat gut geklappt, sind pünktlich von a nach b gekommen
Phnom Penh to Koh Rong, Bus Minibus, Koh Rong Island Transports, Jan 10, 2025
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Phnom Penh to Koh Rong 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
  3.4
Van
Sovan Rithy Express
Minivan + Ferry
06:30
10:30
$21.00
  4.3
Van
Sovan Rithy Express
Minivan + Ferry
07:30
11:30
$21.00
  4.3
Van
Sovan Rithy Express
Minivan + Ferry
08:45
12:45
$21.00
  4.3
Bus
CP Express
Minibus
09:30
15:30
$38.25
Van
Virak Buntham Express
VIP
10:00
15:15
$33.97
  3.4
Van
SIMA Express
Minivan + Ferry
10:30
16:30
$33.80
  5.0
Van
Sovan Rithy Express
Minivan + Ferry
11:00
15:00
$21.00
  4.3
Bus
Chan Moly Roth Transportation
Minivan
11:30
16:30
$33.20
Van
Sovan Rithy Express
Minivan + Ferry
13:30
17:30
$21.00
  4.3
Van
SIMA Express
Minivan + Ferry
14:30
20:30
$25.28
  5.0

Transportation from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong

Facts about the transport from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong

Cheapest Transport$11
Fastest Transport3h
Earliest Departure5:00 AM
Latest Departure2:30 PM
Departures per day30
Distance150 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirbus, Cambodia Royal Railway, CP Express, Giant Ibis Transport, Koh Rong Island Transport, SIMA Express, Sovan Rithy Express, Virak Buntham Express

How to get from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong

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

  • 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 Train 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 45.14. 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?

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

The travel time from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 7 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong 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 Bus+Ferry - a one-way Bus+Ferry ticket can cost as much as USD 45.14.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 11.00 to USD 16.00;
  • Bus tickets - USD 14.00 to USD 14.00;
  • Van price : USD 15.00;
  • Ferry+Van price: USD 30.00 - USD 37.00. From Phnom Penh to Koh Rong starting from 06:30 Sovan Rithy Express Phnom Penh until 13:30 Sovan Rithy Express Phnom Penh
  • Bus+Ferry price: USD 36.00 - USD 45.00. From Phnom Penh to Koh Rong starting from 05:00 Phnom Penh until 13:30 Phnom Penh

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

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

  • 13 by Bus+Ferry from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong starting from 05:00 Phnom Penh until 13:30 Phnom Penh
  • 12 by Ferry+Van from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong starting from 06:30 Sovan Rithy Express Phnom Penh until 13:30 Sovan Rithy Express Phnom Penh
  • Vans from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong depart during the day - there are approximately 3 departures a day.
  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 2 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong 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. 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.

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

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

  • 61% chosen Bus+Ferry
  • 24% opted for a van.
  • 10% chosen Ferry+Van
  • 5% users enjoyed a train ride.