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.
5 ways to get from Koh Rong to Sihanoukville
There are five ways to travel the distance of 30 km (19 miles) from Koh Rong to Sihanoukville: by ferry from koh toch beach (45 minutes-1 hour), ferry from sok san beach (45 minutes), ferry from long set beach (45 minutes-1h15m), ferry from coconut beach (50 minutes-1 hour) and ferry from palm beach (1-23 hours). The journey takes between 45 minutes - 23h and the quickest way is by ferry from koh toch beach. The lowest priced tickets start from €9.00 ($11) for the ferry from koh toch beach.Koh Rong to Sihanoukville by Ferry from Koh Toch Beach
Travellers with One-Way Tickets
If you only bought a one-way ticket for your trip from Sihanoukville to Koh Toch Beach, you still have to book a one-way ferry ride back to Sihanoukville.
Speed Ferry Cambodia offers the cheapest one-way tickets from Koh Toch Beach in Koh Rong to Sihanoukville for $11. They have ferries leaving 4 times a day. But if you don’t mind spending a few more bucks to reach Sihanoukville 15 minutes faster, you can also go with Buva Sea.
See their schedule in the table below:
Ferry schedules from Koh Toch Beach to Sihanoukville
The ferry departs from the ferry terminal in Koh Toch Beach and arrives at Serendipity Beach Pier, Sihanoukville.
Travellers with Open Return Tickets
Travellers with open return tickets only have to inform the ferry company about their return trip from Koh Rong to Sihanoukville.
Ferry companies prefer that you confirm your trip back to Sihanoukville at least one day prior to your intended return date. Normally it will also work on the same day, but chances become smaller to get a ticket back at your preferred time.
Below we provide the schedules of all ferry companies operating on this route.
Ferry schedules
| Ferry Operator | Departure |
|---|---|
| Buva Sea | 07:00 09:00 12:00 15:00 |
| GTVC Speedboat | 08:45 11:45 14:45 16:45 |
| Speed Ferry Cambodia | 07:00 10:00 12:30 16:00 |
| Island Speed Ferry | 10:30 13:30 16:30 |
Check the post about Sihanoukville to Koh Rong if you still need to buy your open return ticket. You can also book directly in the link below.
Koh Rong to Sihanoukville by Ferry from Long Set Beach
Buva Sea, Speed Ferry Cambodia, and GTVC Speedboat provide return tickets from Sihanoukville to Long Set Beach. Don’t forget to inform them about your return date in advance.
If you don’t have a return ticket, you can still buy a one-way ticket back to Sihanoukville from $11 to $13.50.
See the ferry schedules below:
Ferry schedules from Long Set Beach to Sihanoukville
Ferries depart from Long Set Beach and dock at Serendipity Beach Pier.
Koh Rong to Sihanoukville by Ferry from Coconut Beach
Both Buva Sea and Speed Ferry Cambodia provide trips back to Sihanoukville. Make sure you arrange your return trip with the ferry companies at least one day in advance. If you don’t have a return ticket yet, you can book here.
You can also book one-way tickets from Coconut Beach in Koh Rong to Sihanoukville in the link provided below.
If the weather conditions don’t allow to dock at Coconut beach, they might use the dock of ‘The Daem Thkov’ village. This village is about a 20-minute walk from Coconut beach.
Ferry schedules from Coconut Beach to Sihanoukville
Ferries depart from Coconut Beach and arrive at Serendipity Beach Pier.
Koh Rong to Sihanoukville by Ferry from Palm Beach
Speed Ferry Cambodia is the only company available for this route. They normally sell tickets that include an open return trip from Sihanoukville to Koh Rong (Palm Beach). Make sure to confirm your return trip at least 24 hours before departing Palm Beach.
Just in case you do not have a return ticket yet, you can also book a one-way ticket in the link below.
Ferry schedule from Palm Beach to Sihanoukville
The ferry departs from Palm Beach and arrives at Serendipity Beach Pier in Sihanoukville.
Koh Rong to Sihanoukville by Ferry from Sok San Beach
Island Speed Ferry and GTVC Speedboat offer both return and one-way tickets from Sok San Beach to Sihanoukville. Tickets cost $16-$17 and the ferry ride takes around 45 minutes.
Ferry schedules from Sok San Beach to Sihanoukville
Ferries depart from the Sok San Ferry Terminal and arrive at Serendipity Beach Pier.
Frequently Asked Questions about Koh Rong to Sihanoukville
What is the distance from Koh Rong to Sihanoukville?
The distance from Koh Rong to Sihanoukville is 30 km (19 miles).
What is the fastest way to get from Koh Rong to Sihanoukville?
The fastest way to get from Koh Rong to Sihanoukville is by ferry from koh toch beach and takes 45 minutes-1 hour.
What is the cheapest way to get from Koh Rong to Sihanoukville?
The cheapest way to get from Koh Rong to Sihanoukville is by ferry from koh toch beach with ticket costs starting from €9.00 ($11).
Rounding it up
We hope this guide was helpful in planning how to get from Koh Rong to Sihanoukville. 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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