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Kratie to Sihanoukville crosses Cambodia from the Mekong to the Gulf of Thailand in one long day. Most tickets run through Phnom Penh, and you arrive at the coast in time for dinner by the sea if you leave in the morning.
Kratie to Sihanoukville by Van
Minivans leave Kratie at 10:30, and a minivan with a second minivan after the change leaves at 09:30. Both take from about 8 hours. On booking platforms, seats cost about $22 (November 2026).[1]
Kratie to Sihanoukville by Night Bus
A sleeping bus plus minivan leaves at 00:15 and takes from about 11 hours, for about $22 on booking platforms (November 2026).[1] You arrive in the morning.
Kratie to Sihanoukville in Two Stages
You can also break the trip in Phnom Penh. The Giant Ibis bus to Sihanoukville leaves at 07:45.[2] In November 2026 the Royal Railway train left Phnom Penh at 07:00 and reached Sihanoukville at 13:36, with a seat for $12.[3]
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Price (USD) | Duration | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minivan | About $22 | From about 8h | 10:30[1] |
| Sleeping bus and minivan | About $22 | From about 11h | 00:15[1] |
Tips for Traveling from Kratie to Sihanoukville
- Book ahead: Daily departures are few, so reserve a day or two before you go, especially in high season.
- Bring a layer: Vans and buses run strong air conditioning, so keep a sarong or light jacket handy.
- Buy snacks in Kratie: Roadside stops offer basic food, so stock up if you have specific dietary needs.
Timetable
| Bus Kratie - Sihanoukville $ 21.99 11h | |
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| Van Kratie - Sihanoukville $ 21.99 8h | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Kratie to Sihanoukville, including current prices and schedules.
The minivan and the sleeping bus combination both cost about $22 on booking platforms.
The minivan is the quickest, from about 8 hours.
From about 8 hours by minivan and from about 11 hours by sleeping bus and minivan.
Yes. Go to Phnom Penh first, then take the Royal Railway train to Sihanoukville. In November 2026 it left at 07:00 and arrived at 13:36.
Yes. A sleeping bus plus minivan leaves at 00:15.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] 12Go: 12Go Timetable Kratie - Sihanoukville. Retrieved November 2, 2026.
- [2] Giant Ibis Transport: Bus Schedule. Retrieved October 30, 2026.
- [3] Royal Railway Cambodia: Train Phnom Penh to Sihanoukville (Royal Railway online booking). Retrieved November 2, 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.
