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Leaving Koh Rong's turquoise water for Ha Tien takes you from island bliss to the gateway of Vietnam's Mekong Delta: a speedboat across the Gulf of Thailand, then a ride along the coastal plain to the border. It is a logistics puzzle of boat, van and border posts, but a well-trodden one for travelers heading from the Cambodian islands to Phu Quoc or the floating markets of the delta. You can book the whole journey through GoAsia.cc.
Koh Rong to Ha Tien by Van and Ferry
The usual way is a combined van and ferry ticket, with the boat from the island timed to a van waiting at Sihanoukville. Boats take about 45 minutes to Sihanoukville Pier.[1] Ticket sellers show departures from 06:30 to 12:30 and a total travel time of 5 hours 10 minutes to 6 hours 10 minutes. On booking platforms, tickets cost about $25 to $44 (November 2026).[2]
The ride south follows the coast road past salt pans and villages. You stop at the Cambodian border post for your exit stamp, walk across to the Vietnamese side and enter Ha Tien.
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Price (USD) | Duration | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|
| Van + Ferry | $25 - $44 | 5h 10m - 6h 10m[2] | Moderate |
Tips for Traveling from Koh Rong to Ha Tien
- Visa Preparation: Arrange your Vietnamese visa before you leave the island. E-visas are valid at the Ha Tien land border gate, so print yours.[3]
- Currency: Take small US dollar notes or Cambodian riel for the Cambodian side. You need Vietnamese dong in Ha Tien, where ATMs are in town rather than at the border post.
- Ferry Piers: Koh Rong has several piers, including Koh Touch and Long Set. Check with your accommodation which one your boat leaves from.
- Onward to Phu Quoc: The Ha Tien passenger pier for the Phu Quoc ferries is about 8 km from the border gate.[4]
- Sun Protection: The boat deck and the walk between the checkpoints are hot, so keep water and sunscreen in your daypack.
- Booking Ahead: Book your seat in advance on GoAsia.cc, especially in the high season from November to April.
Timetable
| Van Koh Rong - Ha Tien $ 24.42–43.48 5h 10m – 6h 10m | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Koh Rong to Ha Tien, including current prices and schedules.
The combined van and ferry ticket is the usual choice, with prices from about $25 on booking platforms (November 2026). It covers the boat from the island and the road to the border.
The van and ferry combination is the fastest, taking from about 5 hours 10 minutes. Ferry waits and the border crossing can add time.
The journey takes between 5 hours 10 minutes and 6 hours 10 minutes, including the boat to Sihanoukville and the drive to Ha Tien.
Arrange your visa before you travel, as whether you need one depends on your nationality. Vietnamese e-visas are valid at the Ha Tien land border gate.
Yes. The combined tickets cover the boat from Koh Rong to Sihanoukville and the van to Ha Tien.
Departures run from the early morning to about 12:30, with most between 06:30 and 10:15.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] Island Speed Ferry: Koh Rong: Cambodia Wild Island Paradise. Retrieved October 26, 2026.
- [2] 12Go: 12Go timetable: Koh Rong - Ha Tien. Retrieved November 2, 2026.
- [3] Immigration Department, Ministry of Public Security of Viet Nam: FAQs: list of border gates for e-visa holders. Retrieved October 25, 2026.
- [4] Phu Quoc Express: Ha Tien pier - Phu Quoc Express. Retrieved October 26, 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.