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Battambang to Bangkok used to be a one-day overland trip through the Poipet-Aranyaprathet border, from Cambodia's quiet rice bowl to Southeast Asia's busiest metropolis. That route is not available right now.
Border Status
Land borders and crossings between Cambodia and Thailand remain suspended, so no bus, van or private transfer can take you across at Poipet. The UK Foreign Office also advises against all but essential travel within 20 km of the land border.[1]
Battambang to Bangkok via Siem Reap
The practical way to reach Bangkok is to go by road to Siem Reap and fly from there.
Step 1: Bus from Battambang to Siem Reap
Giant Ibis covers the 161 km from Battambang to Siem Reap in about 3 hours. The bus leaves from its terminal on Road No 3 in Battambang and arrives at the Giant Ibis terminal behind the Old Stadium, near Pub Street.[2] Departures from Battambang are at 08:30 and 13:30.[3]
Step 2: Flight from Siem Reap to Bangkok
Bangkok Airways flies direct from Siem Reap-Angkor International Airport (SAI) to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) in about 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is about 50 km from downtown Siem Reap, 50 to 60 minutes by road.[4]
Comparing Your Options
| Leg | Operator | Duration |
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| Battambang to Siem Reap, bus | Giant Ibis | About 3h[2] |
| Siem Reap to Bangkok, flight | Bangkok Airways | About 1h 20m[4] |
Tips for Traveling from Battambang to Bangkok
- Leave time for the airport: Allow for the road transfer from Siem Reap to the airport and for check-in before your flight.
- Book the bus ahead: Giant Ibis seats can be reserved online, which helps on busy days.
- Check the border news: If the crossing reopens, overland services between Poipet and Aranyaprathet may return.
Timetable
| Taxi Battambang - Bangkok $ 161.43–263.50 6h 30m – 9h | |
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| Van Battambang - Bangkok $ 38.49 7h 30m | |
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| Taxi Battambang - Suvarnabhumi Airport $ 204.29–263.50 6h 30m | |
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| Taxi Battambang - Don Mueang Airport $ 204.29–263.50 6h 30m | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Not at the moment. Land borders and crossings between Cambodia and Thailand remain suspended, according to the UK Foreign Office.
Take the Giant Ibis bus from Battambang to Siem Reap, then fly with Bangkok Airways from Siem Reap to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.
The bus to Siem Reap takes about 3 hours and the flight to Bangkok about 1 hour 20 minutes, plus the transfer to the airport and check-in.
Bangkok Airways flies from Siem Reap to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
The land border is suspended at the moment. Follow the latest travel advice from your government before you plan an overland trip.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office: Cambodia travel advice: Warnings and insurance. Retrieved November 3, 2026.
- [2] Giant Ibis Transport: Bus from Battambang to Siem Reap. Retrieved October 30, 2026.
- [3] Giant Ibis Transport: Bus Schedule. Retrieved October 30, 2026.
- [4] Bangkok Airways: Flight Ticket from Bangkok to Siem Reap. Retrieved October 30, 2026.
Guide prices and journey times are indicative, not live quotes. A booked package may include transfers and waiting time as well as the main journey. Check the selected offer, pickup point and current conditions before booking.