How to get fromKoh Rong Samloem to Sihanoukville

What to expect when visiting Sihanoukville

Sihanoukville is a bustling coastal town in southwest Cambodia. Also called Kampong Som, it’s a tourism hotspot known for its casinos, modern hotels, and vibrant nightlife. With its strategic port and airport, the town is an ideal starting point when visiting the nearby islands of Koh Rong and Koh Rong Samloem.

For some, Sihanoukville is no more than a transit hub. But if you have extra time, you can explore the map to find gems like the golden sands of Ochheuteal Beach and the luxury resort of Kompong Dewa. Immerse in the local culture at the market during the day. And at night, check out Sokha Hotel and Sky Bar for an electric buzz.

4 ways to get from Koh Rong Samloem to Sihanoukville

The 4 ways to travel the distance of 24 kilometers (15 miles) from Koh Rong Samloem to Sihanoukville are by: ferry from Saracen Bay (45 minutes - 1 hour), ferry from M-Pay Bay (45 minutes - 1 hour), ferry from Lazy Beach (2 hours) and ferry from Sunset Beach (3 hours). The journey duration ranges between 45 minutes - 3 hours and the quickest way is by ferry from saracen bay. The lowest priced tickets start from $10 (41,000 KHR) for the ferry from lazy beach.

There is only one daily ferry from Lazy Beach to Sihanoukville. The ferry departs at 8:30 in the morning and a ticket costs $10 (41,000 KHR).

You have to arrange your trip with the hotel you are staying in. They also offer trips to other destinations of the Koh Rong Islands.

The return trip departs at 14:45 in the afternoon. Meet-up is at Sunboo Beach Bar.

You can buy your ticket at The Dive Shop Sunset Beach for $10 (41,000 KHR).

A return ticket is normally already included when you buy a ferry ticket from Sihanoukville to Koh Rong Samloem‘s Saracen Bay. You can decide the date of return while you are on the island. If still need to buy this ticket, prices start from $11.50 (47,000 KHR).

It’s best to let the ferry company know a day in advance when you want to return. Sometimes it also works on the same day, but there is no guarantee that there are still free seats.

See the departure times of the fast ferries from Saracen Bay in Koh Rong Samloem to Sihanoukville below.

See the departure schedules from M-Pay Bay below: