1. Flights to Saigon
2. Bus/Van to Saigon
3. Taxi + Bus to Saigon
4. Boat + Bus to Saigon
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From Siem Reap to Saigon you can travel by plane, bus, taxi + bus, boat + bus.
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- The distance from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam is approximately 600 km by land route via Phnom Penh and the Moc Bai – Bavet Border. There are four options for traveling to Ho Chi Minh City from Siem Reap: direct flights, tourist bus/van via Phnom Penh, private taxi + bus via Phnom Penh, and boat + bus via Phnom Penh and Chau Doc in Vietnam. The most comfortable and quickest way to reach Ho Chi Minh City from Siem Reap is by plane. Direct flights to Saigon – Tan Son Nhat Airport are available, with limited flight schedules, taking about 1.5 hours, and costing approximately $90-180 per person.
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- Another cost-effective option to travel to Saigon from Siem Reap is by taking a tourist bus or van via Phnom Penh. There are modern tourist buses or fast comfortable minivans from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh and from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City. The bus transfer from Siem Reap to Saigon takes about 12-20 hours, costing around $20-45 per person. You can also opt for a private car + bus to Saigon, with private cars or taxis available to Phnom Penh and various buses from Phnom Penh to Saigon. Traveling by taxi + tourist bus from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City (via Phnom Penh) takes about 10-12 hours, costing approximately $100-200. From Ho Chi Minh City, you can travel to Vung Tau by boat or tourist bus, or head to Hanoi.
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- There’s also an option to travel to Ho Chi Minh City from Siem Reap by tourist boat via Phnom Penh to Chau Doc in Vietnam. From Chau Doc, you can take a tourist bus to Ho Chi Minh City. This option requires a significant amount of time, so consider it carefully. It’s ideal if you wish to explore the Mekong River. Ho Chi Minh City is Vietnam’s second-largest city and a vital transport hub in the south. Saigon has a railway station, offering train services to Hanoi and other cities across southern, central, and northern Vietnam. Additionally, various tourist buses or minivans are available to popular tourist destinations in southern Vietnam. Explore the instructions on reaching Ho Chi Minh City in southern Vietnam from Siem Reap in Cambodia below in this article. You can also search and book tickets or flights to Saigon online. From Saigon, it’s possible to travel and visit Con Dao Island by plane or tourist bus + boat.
| Transfer Mode – Siem Reap to Saigon: | Travel Time | Price Range |
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| Bus (via Phnom Penh) | 12-20 hours | 20-45 USD |
| Private Car | 8-9 hours | 100-200 USD |
| Flight | 1.5-2 hours | 90-200 USD |
How do I get from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City?
1. FLIGHTS from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City
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- there are also direct flights from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City in southern Vietnam
- there are also flights with stopover in another city of Cambodia, Thailand or Vietnam
- airlines from Siem Reap to Saigon: Cambodia Angkor Air, Vietnam Airlines
- you can also travel by plane to Saigon from Siem Reap via Phnom Penh – the capital of Cambodia
- one-way low-cost flight from Siem Reap to Saigon costs about $120-180/pp
- new low-cost airlines between these cities: Lanmei Airlines (flight costs about $90-100/pp)
- direct flight from Siem Reap to Saigon takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes
- flights to Tan Son Nhat Airport from Siem Reap International Airport (5 km from Angkor Wat Temple Complex)
- direct flight is the fastest but the most expensive option of the transfer between Saigon and Siem Reap
- Book your direct flight from Siem Reap to Saigon online on Baolau ➜ or 12go.asia ➜
2. BUS / VAN from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City
1. Bus / Van from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh
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- from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh you can travel by tourist bus or minivan
- travel by bus from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh can take about 5-6.5 hours
- bus ticket from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh in Cambodia costs about $10-16/pp
- bus companies to Phnom Penh: Mey Hong Bus, Virak Buntham, Seila Angkor Express, Giant Ibis, Cambodia Post…
2. Bus / Van from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City
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- from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City you can travel by tourist bus or minivan
- travel by bus from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City can take about 6-8 hours
- bus ticket from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam costs about $11-30/pp
- read this article: Bus Schedule – Phnom Penh to Saigon
3. TAXI + BUS from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City
1. Private Taxi / Car from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh
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- from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh you can travel by private taxi or car
- tranfer by private taxi/car from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh costs about $85-170/car
- taxi companies from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh: Glassflower, SIMA Travel, Phuket Ground Services
- travel by private taxi from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh takes about 5.5-6 hours
- you can book your private taxi/car from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh online
2. Travel by bus from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City
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- you can travel by tourist bus or minivan between Phnom Penh and Saigon
- travel by tourist bus from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City can take about 6-8 hours
- transfer by bus from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City costs about $11-30/pp
- read this article: Bus Timetable – Phnom Penh to Saigon
4. BOAT + BUS from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City
1. Boat from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh
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- it is possible to travel by boat from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh via Tonle Sap Lake
- ask for this option at your hotel or in Siem Reap city in Cambodia
2. Boat from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh
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- it is possible to travel by boat from Phnom Penh to Chau Doc in southern Vietnam
- ask for this option at your hotel or in Phnom Penh
- travel time by boat from Phnom Penh to Chau Doc is about 5-6 hours
3. Bus or private car from Chau Doc to Ho Chi Minh City
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- from Chau Doc to Saigon you can travel by tourist bus
- transfer by bus from Chau Doc to Saigon takes about 6.5 hours
- bus tickets from Chau Doc to Saigon cost about $6.70-8.00/pp
- there is a bus of Futabus – Phuong Trang or Lien Hung between Chau Doc and Saigon
- read this article: How to go to Saigon from Chau Doc?
❓ FAQ — Travel from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City:
1. How to book tickets + flights from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City?
2. What is the travel time from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City?
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- Travel by plane from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City takes about 1.5 hour (direct flight).
- Travel by bus/minivan from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City(via Phnom Penh) takes about 12-20 hours.
- Travel by taxi/car + bus Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City (via Phnom Penh) takes about 10-12 hours.
3. How much does it cost to get from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City?
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- Travel by plane from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City costs about $90-180/pp (direct flight).
- Travel by bus/minivan from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City (via Phnom Penh) costs about $20-45/pp.
- Travel by taxi/car + bus Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City (via Phnom Penh) costs about $100-200.
4. What is the travel distance from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City?
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- Travel distance from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam is about 600 km by bus/van and about 460 km by plane. This travel distance between these cities can change according to bus company.
5. What is the best way of transfer from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City?
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- The best and fastest way how to reach Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam from Siem Reap is to take a direct flight. You will save a lot of travel time, but this way is not a cheap option of transfer. Flights schedule of the direct flights is also a bit limited.
6. What is the cheapest way of transport from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City?
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- The most cheapest option how you can go to Ho Chi Minh City from Siem Reap is to travel by tourist bus or van via Phnom Penh.
7. Is there also another way how to go to Siem Reap from Phnom Penh?
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- Yes, you can also travel by boat + bus via Phnom Penh in Cambodia and Chau Doc in Vietnam. There are some boats from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh via Tonle Sap Lake and the boats from Phnom Penh to Chau Doc. From Chau Doc you can travel by tourist bus to Saigon.
8. Is there a train from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City?
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- No, there is no direct train from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam. In the future there should be build a new railway between Siem Reap and Phnom Penh. You can check current Cambodia Railway Map.
9. Where to travel from Ho Chi Minh City?
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- From Ho Chi Minh City you can travel to various popular sites in southern Vietnam. The most popular travel route is from Saigon to Mui Ne by bus or train, from Saigon to Phu Quoc by plane or bus + boat, or from Saigon to Da Lat by plane, bus or train + bus, you can also travel to Nha Trang.
10. Where to accommodate in Ho Chi Minh City?
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- Ho Chi Minh City has a large number of various cheap hotels, cheap hostels and also luxury private hotels almost everywhere. You can also find various private homes or homestays.
11. Which beaches can you visit in southern Vietnam?
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- Southern Vietnam is known for various nice coastline and beautiful beaches. The best places for visit these beaches are in Phu Quoc, Con Dao, Vung Tau or Mui Ne. Read this article: The Best Beaches in Southern Vietnam.
12. What is the weather in Vietnam and what to expect?
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- Weather in Vietnam varies with a tropical climate featuring distinct wet and dry seasons. In the north, the dry season (October to April) brings cooler temperatures, while the wet season (May to September) is marked by higher humidity and heavy rainfall. Central Vietnam experiences a dry period (January to August) with lower humidity and a wet season (September to December) characterized by increased rainfall. In southern Vietnam, the dry season (December to April) offers warm temperatures, while the wet season (May to November) brings higher humidity and occasional heavy rainfall. For accurate information, check local forecasts.
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3 Ways of Transfer from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City:
| 1. FLIGHTS from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City | |
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| Airlines | Cambodia Angkor Air, Vietnam Airlines, Lanmei Airlines (low-cost). |
| Flight Options | You can also travel via Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia. |
| One-Way Cost | About $90-100 to $120-180 per person (low-cost to regular flights). |
| Flight Duration | Direct flight takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes. |
| 2. BUS / VAN from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City | |
| A) Bus / Van from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh | |
| Travel Time | About 5-6.5 hours by bus. |
| One-Way Ticket Cost | About $10-16 per person. |
| Bus Companies | Mey Hong Bus, Virak Buntham, Seila Angkor Express, Giant Ibis, Cambodia Post, and more. |
| B) Bus / Van from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City | |
| Travel Time | About 6-8 hours by tourist bus or minivan. |
| One-Way Ticket Cost | About $11-30 per person. |
| 3. TAXI + BUS from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City | |
| A) Private Taxi / Car from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh | |
| Transfer Time | About 5.5-6 hours by private taxi or car. |
| Taxi Companies | Glassflower, SIMA Travel, Phuket Ground Services, and more. |
| Transfer Cost | About $85-170 per car. |
| B) Travel by Bus from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City | |
| Travel Time | About 6-8 hours by tourist bus or minivan. |
| One-Way Ticket Cost | About $11-30 per person. |
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