How to Get from Koh Rong Samloem to Bangkok
Compare ferry, bus and sleeper tickets from Koh Rong Samloem to Bangkok, from about $53 for a journey of around 20 hours.
Last updated: October 28, 2026
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From turquoise water and barefoot island days on Koh Rong Samloem to the neon sprawl of Bangkok is a classic backpacker run across the Gulf of Thailand. It is a full day and night of travel.
Because Koh Rong Samloem is an island, the journey starts on the water: the ferry to Sihanoukville takes about 45 minutes, with departures from Koh Rong Sanloem at 11:00 and 14:15.[1] Operators bundle the boat, vans and the border bus into one ticket. You can compare and book on GoAsia.cc.
Koh Rong Samloem to Bangkok by Bus
The standard combined ticket is the cheaper way, at about $53 on booking platforms (October 2026). It takes about 20 hours including the boat to the mainland and the land crossing into Thailand.[2] Expect several stops for snacks and toilets along the way. At the border you get off with your luggage, clear Cambodian exit immigration, walk across and enter Thailand on foot.
Koh Rong Samloem to Bangkok by Ferry and Mixed Transport
The Ferry + Minivan + Sleeper + Minivan ticket costs about $66 on booking platforms (October 2026) and also takes about 20 hours. It starts with the ferry from Koh Rong Samloem, then switches between minivans and a sleeper bus with bunk-style berths for the night leg.[2] Lying flat makes the arrival in Bangkok far less draining.
Fly Instead
Sihanoukville International Airport lists Bangkok among its destinations, which turns the second day of this trip into a short flight.[3]
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Price (USD) | Duration |
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| Bus (standard combined ticket) | $53[2] | About 20h[2] |
| Ferry + minivan + sleeper + minivan | $66[2] | About 20h[2] |
Tips for Traveling from Koh Rong Samloem to Bangkok
- Visa: Check the Thai entry rules for your nationality before you travel.
- Pack essentials: Keep a daypack with snacks, water, a power bank and a light jacket or sarong, because the air conditioning on sleeper buses and minivans runs cold.
- Island departure: Koh Rong Samloem has several piers, including Saracen Bay and M'Pai Bay. Confirm which pier your boat leaves from.
- At the border: Stay with your group and follow the transport coordinator, who often hands out a sticker or tag so you board the right bus on the Thai side.
- Book ahead: The route involves several transfers and few daily departures, so book a few days ahead in high season.
Timetable
| Bus Koh Rong Samloem - Bangkok $ 52.54 20h | |
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| Ferry Koh Rong Samloem - Bangkok $ 65.92 20h | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Koh Rong Samloem to Bangkok, including current prices and schedules.
The standard combined bus ticket, at about $53 on booking platforms. It includes the boat to the mainland.
By road, both tickets take about 20 hours. Flying from Sihanoukville International Airport, which lists Bangkok among its destinations, is quicker.
About 20 hours in total, including the ferry to the mainland, the drive through Cambodia and the border crossing into Thailand.
Meals are not usually included. The vehicles stop at roadside stations where you can buy snacks and simple meals.
You carry it yourself. You take your bags off the vehicle and through Cambodian and Thai immigration, then load them onto the next vehicle.
The vehicles stop regularly at roadside stations. Carry a small amount of cash for toilets and snacks.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] Romny Tour Express Ferry: Romny Tour Express Ferry. Retrieved October 26, 2026.
- [2] 12Go: 12Go Timetable: Koh Rong Samloem - Bangkok. Retrieved October 28, 2026.
- [3] Sihanoukville International Airport (Cambodia Airports): Destinations. Retrieved October 25, 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.