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Krong Poi Pet (Poipet) is Cambodia's main border town with Thailand, but the land crossing there is currently closed to travelers. The UK Foreign Office says land borders and crossings between Cambodia and Thailand continue to be suspended.[1] The official Cambodian e-Visa website lists Poipet as temporarily closed for e-Visa entry until further notice.[2] Check the current status before you book anything, and use a flight if your goal is Thailand.
Koh Rong is an island, so the journey starts with a boat to the mainland at Sihanoukville. Buva Sea is one of the speedboat operators serving Koh Rong.[3] From there the road leads across Cambodia to Poipet. Plan it in two legs: the ferry to Sihanoukville, then a bus or van from Sihanoukville to Poipet.
Koh Rong to Sihanoukville by Ferry
In October 2026, booking platforms listed ferries and speedboats between Koh Rong and Sihanoukville that take about 30 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes. Fares are from about $14 to $16 and departures run from 06:30 to 16:45.[4]
Sihanoukville to Krong Poi Pet by Bus or Van
Standard bus
A standard bus leaves Sihanoukville at 19:00 and takes about 14 hours. It costs about $32.[5]
Minivan and sleeping bus
A minivan combined with a sleeping bus leaves at 11:30, 14:30 and 16:00. It takes about 13 hours and costs about $41.[5]
Comparing Your Options
| Leg | Price (USD) | Duration | Departures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferry Koh Rong to Sihanoukville | $14 - $16 | 30m - 1h 30m | 06:30 - 16:45[4] |
| Bus Sihanoukville to Poipet | about $32 | 14h | 19:00[5] |
| Minivan + sleeping bus Sihanoukville to Poipet | about $41 | 13h | 11:30, 14:30, 16:00[5] |
Tips for Traveling from Koh Rong to Krong Poi Pet
- Check the border first: As of 15 October 2026 the FCDO still lists land crossings between Cambodia and Thailand as suspended.[1] If you want to continue to Thailand, plan a flight from Phnom Penh or Siem Reap instead.
- Time the change: Book the road leg only when you know when your boat reaches Sihanoukville, and leave a buffer for the transfer from the pier to the bus.
- Confirm the pier: Koh Rong has more than one pier, so confirm with your boat operator where it leaves from.
Frequently Asked Questions
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No. The UK Foreign Office says land borders and crossings between Cambodia and Thailand continue to be suspended, and the Cambodian e-Visa website lists Poipet as temporarily closed for e-Visa entry. Check the current status before you travel.
In October 2026, a ferry fare of about $14 to $16 plus the standard bus from Sihanoukville at about $32 came to roughly $46 to $48 in total.
The ferry takes about 30 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes and the road leg about 13 to 14 hours, plus the wait and transfer at Sihanoukville.
Yes. The standard bus leaves Sihanoukville at 19:00 and takes about 14 hours, so you travel through the night.
You change from the boat to a bus or van. Booking platforms list the ferry and the road leg as separate tickets for Koh Rong, so leave time for the transfer.
Check whether the land crossing has reopened. While it is suspended, flights from Phnom Penh or Siem Reap are the practical alternative.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO): Cambodia travel advice: Warnings and insurance. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
- [2] Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Cambodia: eVisa Kingdom of Cambodia (official government website). Retrieved October 15, 2026.
- [3] Buva Sea: Buva Sea Cambodia. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
- [4] 12Go: Koh Rong - Sihanoukville timetable. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
- [5] 12Go: Sihanoukville - Poipet timetable. Retrieved October 15, 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.