How to go → POIPET to SIHANOUKVILLE? ☀️

1. Bus to Sihanoukville
2. Taxi to Sihanoukville
3. Train to Sihanoukville
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From Poipet to Sihanoukville you can get by bus/van, train, taxi/car.

• • Travel distance from Poipet border to Sihanoukville in Cambodia is about 500 km by land via Phnom Penh. There are 3 ways how you can reach Sihanoukville from Poipet: transfer by bus/van, private taxi/car or train. The most popular and cheap way of transfer to Sihanoukville is to travel by bus or minivan via Phnom Penh. Travel by bus or minivan to Sihanoukville takes totally about 11-15 hours and bus tickets cost about $20-40/pp. You can also travel by train of Royal Railway from Poipet to Sihanoukville via Phnom Penh. Travel by train to Sihanoukville takes about 16-18 hours with stopover in Phnom Penh. Travel by train costs totally about $13-20/pp and it takes about 19-21 hours. Travel by private car to Sihanoukville takes about 15 hours and it costs about $230-310/car. From Sihanoukville you can travel to Koh Rong and take a relax at the beach. You can also travel by van, train or taxi to Kampot.

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• • Sihanoukville is a charming Cambodian city located in southern Cambodia and is washed by the warm waters of the Gulf of Thailand. It is currently the only port on the coast of Cambodia. Sihanoukville (Thai Kompong Som) is surrounded by the best Cambodian beaches and small tropical islands. In most cases, you will find white sand on the beaches, although there are pebble exceptions. In the surroundings you can enjoy romantic trips around the surrounding islands, you can also book diving courses or just relax on the pollen-white beach.
  • The coastal parts of the city are almost completely covered with beautiful white sand beaches, which are the biggest currency of Sihanoukville. The 3-kilometer-long Ochheuteal beach is lined with hotels and restaurants, and Serendipity Beach, which is connected to it, is very popular for tourists.There are 3 popular ways how you can travel to Sihanoukville from Poipet – by bus/minivan, train, private car or bus+plane. There are no direct flights from Poipet and you can travel via Battambang, Phnom Penh and by plane from Siem Reap. There are direct flights from Siem Reap Airport. Before you arrive to Sihanoukville, read also this article: Weather in Sihanoukville.

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How do you get from Poipet to Sihanoukville?

1. BUS from Poipet to Sihanoukville (via Phnom Penh)

The most popular and cheap way of transport from Poipet to Sihanoukville City in Cambodia is by bus or minivan / minibus with a transfer in Phnom Penh. So this option has 2 steps, first a bus trip to Phnom Penh – the capital of Cambodia and from there another bus trip to Sihanoukville.

The journey time by bus from Battambang to Sihanoukville can be around 11-15 hours in total, even with a transfer, depending on the transfer in Phnom Penh. From Poipet to Phnom Penh it is about 7-9 hours and from Phnom Penh to Sihanoukville it is about 2.5-5 hours.

On the route between Poipet – Phnom Penh – Sihanoukville you can use various bus companies such as Virak Buntham, Capitol VIP, Saly Express, Go Ho Travel, Cambolink 21, Cambotra Express, Airbus, Giant Ibis, Chan Moly Roth Transportation, Olongpich Transport, Larryta Express, Vibol Express, Sovan Rithy Express and others.

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These companies will offer you buses with sleeping beds or seats and smaller comfortable minivans or minibuses for a limited number of passengers. A bus/minivan transfer from Poipet to Sihanoukville will cost you a total of $20-40/pp, ticket prices may vary slightly throughout the year.

Buses may arrive at different locations in Phnom Penh and Sihanoukville, always check this information when searching online and ordering tickets. Search for bus tickets from Battambang to Sihanoukville separately for 2 routes, with a transfer in Phnom Penh, book and therefore buy 2 tickets separately.

Bus transfer is sought after mainly by ordinary solo travelers who have a rather limited budget for their travel. The buses are relatively comfortable, modern and the price of the trip is optimal for all travelers.

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2. PRIVATE TAXI/CAR from Poipet to Sihanoukville

A very convenient but most expensive option to get from Poipet to Sihanoukville is by private car/taxi with driver. The advantage of a private transfer is the choice of the departure point in Poipet and the arrival point in Sihanoukville, the disadvantage is the higher price of this transport.

This option will be suitable for those who are not concerned with the budget when traveling and are looking for comfort and privacy. A private car transfer with a driver from Poipet to Sihanoukville is offered by SIMA Car, and from Phnom Penh you can also use Glassflower.

The private transfer time from Poipet to Sihanoukville is approximately 15 hours and the fare ranges from $230-310 (vehicle). However, it is better to take into account that the indicated driving time is indicative and there may be minor differences during the journey.

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Fare prices are different because it depends on the type of car you choose, usually smaller classic cars are a cheaper option than larger minivans for more people. You can easily search, view and book your private car with driver from Poipet to Sihanoukville online and in advance. Always read all transfer instructions and follow all conditions required by the company.

This trip can also be done in 2 steps with a transfer in Phnom Penh. Private cars can be used on the route Poipet – Battambang – Phnom Penh – Sihanoukville. A private transfer is the most expensive option and is therefore more suitable for more demanding travelers.

3. TRAIN from Poipet to Sihanoukville (Suspended)

UPDATE: The train from Poipet is currently not running. But you can use a train transfer from Battambang to Phnom Penh and from there another train to Sihanoukville.

The last way to travel and use the cheap transport option to Sihanoukville from Poipet is to travel by Royal Railway train via Phnom Penh. So this option has a total of 2 steps, first a train journey from Poipet to Phnom Penh and from there another train journey to Sihanoukville.

In total, the train journey from Poipet to Sihanoukville with a transfer in Phnom Penh takes about 16-18 hours. But it can also be different, it depends on the transfer to the next train from Phnom Penh to Sihanoukville. The only train that can be used in Cambodia so far is the Royal Railway train, which used to be a historical train.

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Now this train will offer seats and common tourists can also use it. The train departs from Poipet Railway Station and arrives at Phnom Penh Railway Station and then goes to Sihanoukville Railway Station, see Cambodia Railway Map. A train transfer from Poipet to Sihanoukville via Phnom Penh costs approx. $17-20/pp, price for both trips.

The disadvantage of the train transfer to Sihanoukville is that there is usually only 1 train connection per day on the routes. Train tickets from Poipet to Sihanoukville with a transfer in Phnom Penh can be searched and purchased online.

The Royal Railway train also accepts tickets on a smartphone, so it is not necessary to print them, you will receive the tickets to your entered email after ordering. The train transfer is ideal for those who are traveling on their own axis, have more time and want to see a large part of Cambodia from a different perspective.

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