How to Get from Koh Rong Samloem to Ha Tien
Ferry and van from Koh Rong Samloem to Ha Tien: from about 5 hours and about $35. Departure times, border crossing and visa tips.
Last updated: October 31, 2026
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Koh Rong Samloem's turquoise bays and slow beach days start a neat loop through Southeast Asia: a boat back to the mainland, a drive through the Cambodian countryside and a border crossing into Ha Tien, the gateway to Vietnam's Mekong Delta and the ferry port for Phu Quoc. You skip Phnom Penh altogether.
Koh Rong Samloem to Ha Tien by Ferry and Van
A combined ticket covers the whole trip: a ferry from the island to Sihanoukville, then a van to the border and on to Ha Tien. The 06:30 departure costs about $35 on booking platforms (October 2026), and the departures at 09:15 and 09:30 cost about $36. The trip takes from about 5 hours, longer when the border is busy.[1]
The Island Departure
The boat leaves from one of Koh Rong Samloem's piers and lands in Sihanoukville, where the van waits. The island has several landing spots, so ask your guesthouse which pier your boat uses.
The Border Crossing
From Sihanoukville the van takes you to the border. You get out, clear Cambodian exit and Vietnamese entry, and continue by van to Ha Tien. Vietnamese e-visas are valid at the Ha Tien land border gate,[2] so apply online before you travel.
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Departures | Price (USD) | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferry + Van | 06:30 | About $35 | From about 5h[1] |
| Van + Ferry | 09:15, 09:30 | About $36 | From about 5h[1] |
Tips for Traveling from Koh Rong Samloem to Ha Tien
- Visa: Sort out your Vietnamese visa before you leave Cambodia. If you need an e-visa, apply on the official Vietnamese e-visa portal.[2]
- Currency: Change a little money into Vietnamese dong for taxis and food once you arrive in Ha Tien.
- Pick-up Point: Confirm your pick-up pier on Koh Rong Samloem at least a day ahead, so you are not waiting on the wrong beach.
- Phu Quoc: Ha Tien is the mainland port for boats to Phu Quoc, so this route works well if the island is your next stop.
Timetable
| Ferry Koh Rong Samloem - Ha Tien $ 35.27 5h | |
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| Van Koh Rong Samloem - Ha Tien $ 35.36 5h | |
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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 Ha Tien, including current prices and schedules.
The ferry and van through tickets cost about the same: about $35 for the 06:30 departure and about $36 for the 09:15 and 09:30 departures (booking platforms, October 2026).
The through ticket by ferry and van takes from about 5 hours, including the boat to Sihanoukville and the border crossing.
From about 5 hours from the island pier to Ha Tien, longer when the border is busy.
Yes, arrange your Vietnamese visa in advance. E-visas are valid at the Ha Tien land border gate.
No, through tickets leave in the morning, at 06:30, 09:15 and 09:30.
Plan to carry your own bags off the ferry to the van in Sihanoukville and through the border checkpoints.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] 12Go: Koh Rong Samloem - Ha Tien timetable. Retrieved October 31, 2026.
- [2] Vietnam National Electronic Visa system: Instruction - Vietnam National Electronic Visa system. Retrieved October 28, 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.