Travel from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap (and vice versa) in Style: Embark on Your Cambodian Adventure!
Here is our top 5 travel options in Cambodia from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap!
1. Our recommendation: Taxi Time!
Summary: Buckle up for a comfortable ride priced between $70 to $100. Taxis are your luxury chariots, promising a smooth journey of about 5 hours. The price is not so steep if you split it between the 3 or 4 people. You can also check out on expat Facebook groups if anyone is travelling at the same time if you want to fill some space!
In a private Taxi, you can score a plush Lexus 4×4 by booking online in advance. Skip the last-minute price haggles and slide into your spacious ride hassle-free.
Usually a Guesthouse or Travel Agent Taxi is a Toyota Camry sedan, but watch out for the trunk space! Confirm the fare beforehand to dodge any misunderstandings.
2. Budget Bus
Summary: Get ready for panoramic views and a bargain ride costing $10 to $18. Buses take about 6 hours, treating you to a scenic journey through Cambodian countryside.
Giant Ibis Bus: Hop on for a tech-savvy ride with WiFi and power outlets. Book your $18 ticket online and settle into comfort while admiring the vistas.
3. Mini-bus method:
Summary: Quicker than buses, mini-buses and vans zip you to your destination for $10 to $13 in approximately 5.5 hours.
Cambodia Post VIP Van: Say goodbye to cramped rides with their spacious Toyota HiAce vans. For $10.50, enjoy a comfy journey with limited seating.
Larryta Express: Buckle up in their Ford Transit Vans for a speedy trip at $13 a ticket. Catch some Z’s on their $18 sleeping buses for a night journey like no other.
Seila Angkor: Grab a seat in their Ford Transit vans for $12.50 and prepare for a thrilling ride with 18 daily departures.
4. Airport Options: Fly High!
Summary: Take to the skies with Cambodia Angkor Air! Flights between Phnom Penh and Siem Reap range from $100 to $200, whisking you away in just 1 hour.
Do bare in mind though, the new airport is around 1 hours drive from Siem Reap itself, so add this time in to your travel, plus the boarding time and travel to the airport (and frequently busy roads leading to it!).
5. Ferry Fiasco? Not Today!
Summary: Due to COVID-19, ferries are currently on hiatus and not so reliable. But when they’re up and running, enjoy an 8-hour scenic voyage through Cambodian waters. More to come, when we know, you’ll know!
Frequently Asked Questions”
COVID-19 Caper: No restrictions, just don your mask for courtesy!
Travel Tidbits: Journey times range from 5 to 6 hours by road and a mere 1 hour by air.
Distance Delight: Covering 235 kilometers by air and 319 to 403 kilometers by road.
Airport Adventures: Hitch a ride with pre-booked taxis or hop on a pre-arranged bus transfer for convenience galore!
So, whether you’re craving a cushy cab ride, a bus bonanza, or a thrilling flight, your journey from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap promises excitement at every turn!
Author: Tom Starkey
Tom Starkey is an International Development graduate from Sussex University with 12-years of experience across 4 continents, Tom's goal is that he wants to showcase his love for Cambodia, where he lives, works and now happily calls home.
