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From Phu Quoc to Phnom Penh you can travel by boat+bus/train or plane.

• • The travel distance from Phu Quoc Island to Koh Rong Sanloem in Cambodia spans about 245 km by land route via Ha Tien and Sihanoukville. A preferred option for reaching Koh Rong from Phu Quoc involves traveling by ferry + minibus. The journey typically entails a boat ride to Ha Tien, followed by a minibus transfer to Sihanoukville. From Sihanoukville, travelers can board a boat or ferry to Koh Rong. This mode of transfer takes approximately 9-10 hours and costs roughly $40-60/pp. Travelers will pass through The Prek Chak/Xa Xia border crossing into Cambodia.
  • Note that there is no railway connection from Ha Tien to Sihanoukville, but Royal Railway operates trains from Kep to Sihanoukville in Cambodia. Additionally, from Sihanoukville, buses are available for travel to Koh Kong. Koh Rong does not have an airport, the nearest airport is located in Sihanoukville, approximately 25 km from Koh Rong. While theoretically possible, traveling by plane from Phu Quoc to Sihanoukville with a layover in Ho Chi Minh City is not advisable due to time constraints. Koh Rong is accessible solely by boat or speed ferry. Travelers can easily search for and book ferry/bus/train tickets to Koh Rong Sanloem from Phu Quoc Island online.

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• • Koh Rong Sanloem stands out as the most popular tourist destination and the second-largest island in Cambodia. Sihanoukville and nearby islands like Koh Rong Sanloem are prime beach destinations in Cambodia, offering pristine sandy beaches, diverse accommodation options, and tourist services. Koh Rong Sanloem, being smaller and quieter than Koh Rong, features the larger Koh Toch island and port. While the island spans 78 km², the majority of its land area is covered by lush jungles.
  • The island boasts numerous stunning beaches across seven bays, many of which remain untouched and accessible only by boat or ferry. Travelers can also utilize water taxis to reach more remote beaches or bays. The bustling village of Koh Toch serves as the island’s main hub, offering restaurants and accommodations for tourists seeking a livelier atmosphere. For those planning a trip to Koh Rong Sanloem, it’s advisable to carefully review transportation options outlined below. Additionally, familiarize yourself with the weather conditions in Koh Rong Sanloem before your arrival through this article: Weather in Koh Rong.

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How do I get from Phu Quoc to Koh Rong?

Practically the only way to travel by land to Koh Rong in Cambodia from Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam is by ferry + minibus via Ha Tien and Sihanoukville. In theory, part of the route can also be traveled by train from the Cambodian city of Kep to Sihanoukville. However, the minibus transfer on the route from Ha Tien to Sihanoukville is faster, as the Royal Railway train from Kep has a very limited schedule.

It is therefore better and faster to choose a route with a ferry and a minibus. In total, this option has 3 steps, first is a ferry transfer from Phu Quoc to Ha Tien, then a minibus transfer from Ha Tien to Sihanoukville via the border crossing, and then a ferry transfer from Sihanoukville to Koh Rong.

1. Ferry / Boat from Phu Quoc to Ha Tien:

• • So the first step is a ferry transfer from Phu Quoc to the city of Ha Tien, which is located not far from the Cambodian border. On this route, you can use the modern ferry and boats of Superdong, Phu Quoc Express or Thanh Thoi Ferry. These companies offer comfortable seats on their ferries and tickets from Phu Quoc to Ha Tien cost between $10-18/pp, depending on the type of boat or class you choose.
  • Ferry transfer to Ha Tien from Phu Quoc may vary, some boats take about 1.5 hours and Thanh Thoi boats take up to about 3 hours. These ferries arrive at Ha Tien Port and depart from Bai Vong Fast Boat Pier (Cầu Tàu) on Phu Quoc Island. Ha Tien Port is a short distance from the city center and you will have everything within easy reach. You can search and buy ferry tickets to Ha Tien online in advance.

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2. Minibus from Ha Tien to Sihanoukville:

• • The second step is to travel by minibus or minivan from Ha Tien to Sihanoukville in Cambodia. This route goes through the Ha Tien – Prak Chek border crossing and the drive from Ha Tien to Sihanoukville takes approximately 4.5-5.5 hours, according to the company.
  • You can use the smaller, relatively comfortable minibuses of Kampot Tour or Kampot Transports. A minibus transfer from Ha Tien City to Sihanoukville costs around $22/pp, these prices may vary slightly during the seasons. It is also necessary to find out the current information about visa requirements at the Ha Tien – Prak Chek border crossing in advance to avoid possible complications, as a tourist you will need a valid visa to enter Cambodia.
  • The minibus transfer goes through the Cambodian cities of Kep and Kampot, you can stop at these places to explore. You can also take the Royal Railway train to Sihanoukville from Kep or Kampot, but it is faster and better to take a minibus. You can search and buy minibus tickets from Ha Tien to Sihanoukville online.

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3. Ferry/ Boat from Sihanoukville to Koh Rong:

• • The last step is the ferry/boat transfer from Sihanoukville to Koh Rong. This is a very popular route, which is mainly used by tourists visiting this beautiful island or other nearby smaller islands. Companies that offer you speed boats or ferries from Sihanoukville to Koh Rong are Buva Sea Cambodia, GTVC Speed ​​Boat, Speed ​​Ferry Cambodia, Island Speed ​​Ferry Cambodia or Romny Tour Express Ferry.
  • Transportation by ferry from Sihanoukville to Koh Rong takes approximately 30-60 minutes, but it depends on where exactly you go by this boat. Times may also occasionally vary slightly. Because ferries and boats can arrive at various places on the island, such as Koh Rong Island Port, Long Set beach, Coconut beach, Koh Toch Port, Pura Vita Resort, 4K Beach, Koh Than Sour, Hill Beach Pier and others.
  • If the area is affected by strong monsoons or bad weather, sometimes some boat connections can be canceled or postponed. Ferry tickets to Koh Rong from Sihanoukville are easy to find and buy online well in advance. Arrive at the ferry departure point in Sihanoukville at least 30-60 minutes before the ferry departs.

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