Koh Rong Samloem to Ho Chi Minh City Travel Guide

Turquoise water and slow island days on Koh Rong Samloem give way to the motorbikes and street-side coffee of Ho Chi Minh City. The trip crosses the Cambodia-Vietnam border and takes a full day.

Koh Rong Samloem to Ho Chi Minh City by Ferry and Bus

Booking platforms sell one combined ticket covering the ferry, a minibus and a bus. It costs about $48 to $70 (November 2026), and the trip takes from about 11 hours, up to 15 hours with some combinations.^[1]

The Island Departure

The boat to Sihanoukville leaves from the island pier named on your ticket. Several bays have boat service, so confirm yours in advance. The crossing takes about 45 minutes.^[2]

The Border and Your Visa

Vietnamese e-visas are valid only at government-approved border gates, and the land gates on the list include Ha Tien and Moc Bai.^[3] Ask the operator which gate your ticket uses, and print your e-visa before you leave the island.

Comparing Your Options

Mode	Price (USD)	Duration
Ferry, minibus and bus	About $48 - $70^[1]	From about 11h

Tips for Traveling from Koh Rong Samloem to Ho Chi Minh City

Prepare your visa: Apply for your Vietnam e-visa before you travel and keep a printed copy with your passport.
Pack snacks and water: Bring supplies for the long stretches between the pier and the border.
Travel light: You change between boat, minibus and bus, so a backpack is easier to handle than a hard suitcase.

Timetable

Koh Rong Samloem - Ho Chi Minh City More info / Tickets

Bus Koh Rong Samloem - Ho Chi Minh City $ 60.37–63.66 10h 45m – 11h 20m
→ Ferry + Bus 09:30, 09:45, 10:45 → Standard 09:30
Ferry Koh Rong Samloem - Ho Chi Minh City $ 57.98–69.45 11h 30m – 13h
→ Ferry + Van + Bus 08:45, 09:30
Van Koh Rong Samloem - Ho Chi Minh City $ 47.46–66.34 11h 30m – 15h
→ Van + Ferry 06:30, 08:45, 09:30, 10:45 → Van 15pax 09:30 → Standard 06:30, 09:30 → Minivan 06:30, 09:30

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I book tickets from Koh Rong Samloem to Ho Chi Minh?

Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Koh Rong Samloem to Ho Chi Minh, including current prices and schedules.

What is the cheapest way to get from Koh Rong Samloem to Ho Chi Minh City?

Booking platforms list combined ferry and bus tickets at about $48 to $70 (November 2026).

How long does it take to get from Koh Rong Samloem to Ho Chi Minh City?

The trip takes from about 11 hours, up to 15 hours with some combinations.

Do I need a visa to cross from Cambodia to Vietnam by land?

Most travelers need a Vietnam visa. An e-visa works only at approved border gates, so ask the operator which gate your ticket uses.

Where does the journey start on Koh Rong Samloem?

At the island pier named on your ticket. Confirm it with the operator before travel, because several bays have boat service.

Sources and background

Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.

[1] 12Go: 12Go timetable. Retrieved November 5, 2026.

[2] Romny Tour Express Ferry: Romny Tour Express Ferry. Retrieved October 26, 2026.

[3] Immigration Department, Ministry of Public Security of Viet Nam: FAQs: list of border gates for e-visa holders. 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.