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How to get from Sihanoukville to Koh Rong

In this in-depth route guide, you’ll find the best ways to travel the 33 kilometre (21 miles) distance from Sihanoukville to Koh Rong. By the end of this guide, you’ll know exactly how to get there — whether you want to travel on a budget, reach Koh Rong as fast as possible, or enjoy the ride in comfort. We base our information on verified schedules, ticket prices, and on-the-ground insights from recent travellers.

Written by Maarten - Trip Planning Expert

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Why visit Koh Rong?

For many travellers, Koh Rong stands out for its relaxed island life and white sandy beaches with clear swimming spots. The island is known for snorkelling & diving tours, calm bays, and memorable sunset views that give it a true tropical island destination feel. Much of its appeal comes from the clear turquoise water found along the coastline.

Popular Koh Rong beaches include Long Set Beach/4K Beach, Lonely Beach, and Sok San Beach. These beaches are spread across different parts of the island.

What are the 3 ways to travel from Sihanoukville to Koh Rong?

There are 3 ways to travel the 33 kilometre (21 miles) distance from Sihanoukville to Koh Rong. You can choose between the ferry to Koh Toch Beach, ferry to Sok San Beach and ferry to Long Set Beach. The journey takes 45 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes and the quickest way is by ferry to long set beach. If you're on a budget, the cheapest option is by ferry to long set beach with tickets starting at $9.20 (37,000 KHR).

Transport

Duration

Pricing

Transport Options

Ferry to Long Set Beach

45m - 1h 15m

From $9.20 (37,000 KHR)

Ferry to Koh Toch Beach

55m - 1h

From $13.40 (54,000 KHR)

Ferry to Sok San Beach

55m

From $18.30 (74,000 KHR)

Sihanoukville to Koh Rong by Ferry to Long Set Beach

Duration: 45m - 1h 15m

Costs: $9.20 (37,000 KHR)

Duration: 45m - 1h 15m

Costs: $9.20 (37,000 KHR)

Long Set Beach lies at the eastern coast of Koh Rong and is a 30 to 40-minute walk from Koh Toch Beach. There are a few high-end accommodations along this side of the island.

Speed Ferry Cambodia, Romny Tour Express Ferry, Island Speed Ferry and GTVC Speedboat operate daily trips on this route, with one-way ticket prices starting from $9.20 (37,000 KHR). You can book your ticket online through BookAway.

Some companies stop at several piers on Koh Rong, so double-check your drop-off point when booking to make sure you get off at the right one.

You can also book a round-trip ticket starting from around $28 (113,000 KHR) on Camboticket.

Departure and arrival ports

All ferries depart from Sihanoukville Autonomous Port and dock at Long Set Pier. It takes about 45m - 1h 15m to go from Sihanoukville to Long Set Beach when the weather conditions are good.

Ferry schedules from Sihanoukville to Long Set Beach

Speed Ferry Cambodia Sihanoukville

High Speed

Long Set Beach

07:45

0h 45m

08:30

11:15

0h 45m

12:00

14:45

0h 45m

15:30

Speed Ferry Cambodia

$9.20 (37,000 KHR)

Get Your Tickets

Sihanoukville Romny Tour Express

Speedboat

Long Set Beach

09:30

0h 45m

10:15

13:30

1h 15m

14:45

Romny Tour Express Ferry

$13.40 (54,000 KHR)

Get Your Tickets

Speed Ferry Cambodia Sihanoukville

Standard

Long Set Beach

08:00

0h 45m

08:45

09:00

0h 45m

09:45

12:00

0h 46m

12:46

15:00

0h 45m

15:45

Island Speed Ferry

$14 (56,000 KHR)

Get Your Tickets

Speed Ferry Cambodia - Sihanoukville

High Speed

Koh Rong Long Set Ferry Terminal

07:45

0h 45m

08:30

11:15

0h 45m

12:00

14:45

0h 45m

15:30

Speed Ferry Cambodia

$14.50 (58,000 KHR)

Get Your Tickets

Sihanoukville Port

High Speed

Long Set Beach

08:00

0h 45m

08:45

11:00

0h 45m

11:45

14:00

0h 45m

14:45

16:00

0h 45m

16:45

GTVC Speedboat

$15.30 (61,000 KHR)

Get Your Tickets

Getting to Coconut Beach

If you’re travelling from Sihanoukville to Coconut Beach, the easiest route is via Long Set Beach on Koh Rong.

Coconut Beach is a peaceful escape, famous for its soft white sand, turquoise water, and laid-back vibe. You can reach it from Long Set Beach either on foot, by tuk-tuk, or by taxi boat.

The walk takes about an hour along a rough jungle trail starting at the north end of Long Set Beach. Expect uneven paths, a few uphill sections, and hand-painted signs pointing the way. Wear sturdy shoes, bring water and mosquito spray, and download an offline map since the signal drops along the route.

If you’d rather not hike, you can take a tuk-tuk or taxi boat instead, both can be arranged easily through your guesthouse.

A tuk-tuk ride costs around $10 (40,000 KHR) for two people or $15 (60,000 KHR) for four, and takes only 15 minutes. A taxi boat is more expensive at about $40 (161,000 KHR) – $50 (201,000 KHR) for 2–4 people, or more for larger groups, but it’s a scenic 25–30 minute trip along the coast.

Getting to Palm Beach

If you’re planning to explore Palm Beach from Sihanoukville, the best route is via Long Set Beach too. Though Palm Beach is located in a more secluded area in Koh Rong, it will be a great experience to visit!

Your accommodation can help you organise tuk-tuk transport from Long Set Beach to Palm Beach. The ride takes about 30 minutes and costs around $15 (60,000 KHR) one way or $30 (121,000 KHR) return.

Sihanoukville to Koh Rong by Ferry to Koh Toch Beach

Duration: 55m - 1h

Costs: $13.40 (54,000 KHR)

Duration: 55m - 1h

Costs: $13.40 (54,000 KHR)

Most travellers opt to stay within the Koh Toch Beach area as most of the island activities happen here. Koh Toch Beach is also the most accessible beachfront.

You can book a direct ferry ticket from Sihanoukville to Koh Rong (Koh Toch Beach) with Speed Ferry Cambodia, Romny Tour Express Ferry, Island Speed Ferry and GTVC Speedboat.

A one-way ferry ticket costs $13.40 (54,000 KHR) on BookAway. The ferry leaves Sihanoukville Autonomous Port and arrives at Koh Rong Community Pier.

Ferry schedules from Sihanoukville to Koh Toch Beach

Sihanoukville Romny Tour Express

Speedboat

Koh Toch Beach

09:30

0h 55m

10:25

13:30

14:30

Romny Tour Express Ferry

$13.40 (54,000 KHR)

Get Your Tickets

You can book a round-trip ticket for around $28 (113,000 KHR) through Camboticket.

Sihanoukville to Koh Rong by Ferry to Sok San Beach

Duration: 55m

Costs: $18.30 (74,000 KHR)

Duration: 55m

Costs: $18.30 (74,000 KHR)

Set on the southwestern coast of Koh Rong, Sok San Beach offers travellers a more relaxed and private vibe than Koh Toch Beach.

It takes about 55 minutes from Sihanoukville to Sok San Beach. A one-way ferry ticket costs $18.30 (74,000 KHR) on BookAway while a round-trip ticket costs $36 (145,000 KHR) on Camboticket.

Ferry schedules from Sihanoukville to Sok San Beach

Sihanoukville Port

High Speed

Sok San Beach

08:00

0h 55m

08:55

11:00

0h 55m

11:55

14:00

0h 55m

14:55

16:00

0h 55m

16:55

GTVC Speedboat

$18.30 (74,000 KHR)

Get Your Tickets

The ferry departs from Sihanoukville Autonomous Port. In case of bad weather, the ferry companies might dock at another pier close to Sok San Beach and arrange transport from there.

Rounding it up

We hope this guide was helpful in planning how to get from Sihanoukville to Koh Rong. If there's anything else you're wondering about, drop us a comment and we'll do our best to answer you within a few days.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sihanoukville to Koh Rong

What is the distance from Sihanoukville to Koh Rong?

The distance from Sihanoukville to Koh Rong is 33 kilometre (21 miles).

What is the fastest way to get from Sihanoukville to Koh Rong?

The fastest way to get from Sihanoukville to Koh Rong is by ferry to long set beach and takes 45 minutes.

What is the cheapest way to get from Sihanoukville to Koh Rong?

The cheapest way to get from Sihanoukville to Koh Rong is by ferry to long set beach with ticket costs starting from $9.20 (37,000 KHR).

About the author(s)

Maarten

Based in Bali, Maarten’s passion for travel is undeniable. In 2016, he decided to quit his job as a stock analyst and started doing what he always dreamed of: travelling through South East Asia and helping other people plan their trips. When he is not working on Gecko Routes, you’ll find him surfing in the ocean or exploring the best gems of Indonesia.