How to Get From Siem Reap to Kampot

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Siem Reap → Kampot309 km

Kampot is a laid-back pepper town on Cambodia's south coast. It's a long haul roughly 309 kilometres (192 miles) from Siem Reap in the far north. Flying is the quickest way, taking 4h 25m - 5h 25m. By road, the cheapest way to get from Siem Reap to Kampot is the bus routed through Phnom Penh, at $19 (77,000 KHR).

DISTANCE

Distance from Siem Reap to Kampot

Siem Reap and Kampot are about 309 km (192 miles) apart, and the journey itself covers around 456 km by road. The quickest way to get from Siem Reap to Kampot is by taking the flight + taxi, which takes around 4h 25m - 5h 25m.

~309 km

Straight-line distance

~456 km

Route distance

4h 25m

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4 ways to travel from Siem Reap to Kampot

There are four ways to travel from Siem Reap to Kampot. You can choose between the bus, bus via Phnom Penh, private transport, and flight. The journey takes 4h 25m–9h and the quickest way is by flight. If you're on a budget, the cheapest option is by bus via Phnom Penh with tickets starting at $19 (77,000 KHR).

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A direct bus from Siem Reap takes about 9h - 11h 30m to reach Kampot, and a ticket costs $22 (88,000 KHR). Because it’s a long journey, taking the night bus is a common option to save time and skip a night of accommodation.

Overnight buses in Cambodia used to have a poor reputation, mainly because roads weren’t well-lit and night driving came with higher risks. But road conditions have improved over the years, and travellers now report more positive experiences with night buses on long routes.

Giant Ibis is one of the more well-known operators on this route and generally receives good reviews. Just note that sleeper buses can feel cramped if you’re tall.

There are also day buses running from Siem Reap to Kampot. With four companies operating on this route, there are plenty of departure times to fit your schedule.

Bus schedule from Siem Reap to Kampot

9h30mSaly VIPStandardSaly VIP Siem ReapEkareach Express Kampot Branch10:00$2288,000 KHRTickets

10h30mSaly VIPSleepingSaly VIP Siem ReapEkareach Express Kampot Branch22:4523:0023:30$2288,000 KHRTickets

9h30mGiant IbisSleepingSiem Reap Giant IbisKampot Giant Ibis22:30$25102,000 KHRTickets

9hVirak Buntham ExpressLuxury HotelSiem Reap Virak BunthamKampot22:00$27108,000 KHRTickets

10hGo Ho TravelSleeperSiem Reap Go Ho TravelKampot Go Ho Travel11:0022:00$28112,000 KHRTickets

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9h30mGiant IbisTouristSiem Reap Giant IbisKampot Giant Ibis07:45$32126,000 KHRTickets

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Kampot

To avoid a long stretch on the road, you can break the journey from Siem Reap to Kampot into two parts.

First, take a bus from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh, then continue with another bus from Phnom Penh to Kampot. You can use the stopover to grab a meal, stretch your legs or explore a bit of the capital.

Total costs for this indirect bus ride start at $19 (77,000 KHR), and travel time takes between 8h 30m - 11h, excluding your breaks in between.

Step 1: Siem Reap to Phnom Penh by Bus

5h 30m - 7h$9.50 (38,500 KHR)

Several bus companies are running from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh. You can get a bus ticket for $9.50 (38,500 KHR), and the travel time is between5h 30m - 7h.

If you take a late-night sleeper bus, you’ll arrive in Phnom Penh at around 05:00, giving you enough time to have breakfast and stretch your legs before transferring to a bus heading to Kampot.

But you can also take a day bus and spend a night in Phnom Penh. You'll have some time to explore the city before continuing your journey the next day.

There are also vans operating on this route. For more info, check out our page on Siem Reap to Phnom Penh.

6hMey Hong TransportTouristMey Hong Transport (Siem ReapMey Hong Transport (Phnom Penh08:3013:30$1038,500 KHRTickets

6hVirak Buntham ExpressStandardSiem Reap Virak BunthamPhnom Penh Virak Buntham06:3008:0009:0010:0014:3016:00+2$1143,500 KHRTickets

6hMey Hong TransportSleepingMey Hong Transport (Siem ReapMey Hong Transport (Phnom Penh23:00$1351,000 KHRTickets

6h30mCambolink21 ExpressFirst ClassCambolink21 Express - Siem ReapCambolink21 Express - Phnom Penh23:45$1351,000 KHRTickets

6hOlongpich TransportLuxuryOlongpich Transport - Siem ReapOlongpich Express Phnom Penh office23:00$1353,000 KHRTickets

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7hCapitolPremiumSiem Reap Virak BunthamPhnom Penh Virak Buntham07:30$1353,000 KHRTickets

6hOlongpich TransportHotelOlongpich Transport - Siem ReapOlongpich Express Phnom Penh office17:30$1455,000 KHRTickets

6hGiant IbisTouristSiem Reap Giant IbisPhnom Penh Giant Ibis08:4509:4512:30$1562,000 KHRTickets

6hSaly VIPSleepingSaly VIP Siem ReapSaly VIP Phnom Penh10:3022:4523:0023:30$1664,000 KHRTickets

6hLarryta ExpressNightSiem Reap Larryta ExpressPhnom Penh Larryta Express21:0522:0022:3023:0023:3023:59$1767,000 KHRTickets

6hLarryta ExpressSleepingSiem Reap Larryta ExpressPhnom Penh Larryta Express08:0510:1013:1019:35$1767,000 KHRTickets

6hGiant IbisSleepingSiem Reap Giant IbisPhnom Penh Giant Ibis22:30$1769,000 KHRTickets

5h30mAirbusSeater 37Siem Reap Virak BunthamPhnom Penh Virak Buntham07:0014:45$1872,000 KHRTickets

5h30mAirbusSeaterSiem Reap Virak BunthamPhnom Penh Virak Buntham08:0013:45$1872,000 KHRTickets

6hGo Ho TravelHotelGo Ho Travel Siem ReapGo Ho Travel Phnom Penh20:30$1975,000 KHRTickets

6hGiant IbisVIPSiem Reap Giant IbisPhnom Penh Giant Ibis07:4514:30From $2183,000 KHRTickets

5h30mAirbusFirst ClassSiem Reap Virak BunthamPhnom Penh Virak Buntham09:4515:45$27108,000 KHRTickets

Bus tickets are available on Bookaway.

Step 2: Phnom Penh to Kampot by Bus

3-4h$9.60 (39,000 KHR)

From Phnom Penh to Kampot, travel time is about 3-4h and a bus ticket costs $9.60 (39,000 KHR).

Phnom Penh is a major transport hub, so it’s easy to find buses with departure times that fit your itinerary.

3hVirak Buntham ExpressVIPPhnom Penh Virak BunthamKampot06:0007:0008:0011:0012:0014:00$1039,000 KHRTickets

4hGiant IbisTouristPhnom Penh Giant IbisKampot Giant Ibis08:0014:45$1040,500 KHRTickets

4hAirbusStandardPhnom Penh Virak BunthamKampot08:3014:15$1143,500 KHRTickets

3hVirak Buntham ExpressLuxury HotelPhnom Penh Virak BunthamKampot04:00$1354,000 KHRTickets

Bus tickets are available on Bookaway.

Kampot

A private transfer is a convenient option when travelling in a group from Siem Reap to Kampot. The journey takes 8h, and you’ll be dropped off right at your accommodation — no need to worry about extra transfers.

Prices for private transfer start at $170 (680,000 KHR) for a 4-seater. Split it with your group, and it’s about $43 (172,000 KHR) each.

Since this is a long journey, one advantage of having a private car is the flexibility. You can ask to stop for breaks whenever you want. It can be expensive if you’re travelling solo, but it becomes more reasonable when shared with a group.

Private Transport options from Siem Reap to Kampot

8h$170 (680,000 KHR)

Cambodia Private Car Service

Standard Car 4 PAX

$170 (680,000 KHR)

$43 (172,000 KHR) per person

Tickets

Cambodia Private Car Service

SUV Car 6 PAX

$205 (830,000 KHR)

$34 (138,000 KHR) per person

Tickets

Cambodia Private Car Service

Standard Minivan 13 PAX

$230 (920,000 KHR)

$18 (71,000 KHR) per person

Tickets

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Kampot

Flying allows you to skip most of the long road journey from Siem Reap to Kampot.

You can fly from Siem Reap to Sihanoukville and continue to Kampot by taxi from the airport.

Total travel time takes about 4h 25m - 5h 25m, and the journey costs $135 - $170 (540,000 - 690,000 KHR).

TIP: If you decide to travel by plane, please consider including a carbon compensation fee to reduce your impact on the environment.

Step 1: Siem Reap city centre to Siem Reap Airport

45m - 1h 45m$8 - $45 (32,500 - 182,000 KHR)

The new Siem Reap–Angkor International Airport (SAI) is about 45 kilometres away from the city centre. Depending on traffic and your choice of transport, the trip can take anywhere from 45 minutes to 1.5 hours.

The cheapest option is the airport shuttle bus, with ticket fares starting from $8 (32,500 KHR). Buses leave from 7 Makara Street, around two kilometres from the main tourist area.

If you want to travel more comfortably and save time, a private transfer is a good choice. You can hail a taxi, use a ride-hailing app, or pre-book a car through services like BookAway. Prices usually range from $25 (102,000 KHR) to $45 (182,000 KHR).

There are also tuk-tuks and shared minivans to the airport, but they’re slower and not ideal in bad weather. You can read more about all the transport options on our Siem Reap airport page.

Step 2: Siem Reap to Sihanoukville by Flight

1h 10m$86 (350,000 KHR)

From Siem Reap to Sihanoukville, a one-way plane ticket fare starts from $86 (350,000 KHR). The flight takes around 1h 10m.

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Step 3: Sihanoukville Airport to Kampot

2h 30m$40 (162,000 KHR)

Once you arrive at Sihanoukville International Airport (KOS), you can take a taxi to Kampot.

You can either arrange one at the taxi counter near the arrivals exit or ask your hotel to organise a pick-up in advance. Expect to pay at least $40 (162,000 KHR), though quotes can go as high as $65 (265,000 KHR) for the roughly 2-hour drive to Kampot.

If you’d rather arrange everything yourself, you can pre-book a ride with BookAway. Prices start from $48 (194,000 KHR), and you get trusted drivers and excellent customer service.

Kampot

Reach out to our Community

MaartenGeckoRoutes team

Hi Andreas, I'm very sorry to hear about your experience. You are not the first person who complains about this company. However, let's set a few things straight: We didn't recommend this company anywhere in the article, neither is it our driver. The companies we suggested in this article are different companies operating on the route from Siem Reap to Kampot. Anyhow, thanks to sharing your experience, other travellers are now double warned to not use this company. Safe travels.

ElaGeckoRoutes team

Hi Sebastien, I'm so sorry that happened to you and your family. Travelling by bus, and at night, in Cambodia is indeed not the safest option. Which is why it is very important to check reviews before booking with any company. In your case, it was a hotel recommendation, and I'm sorry they did not suggest a better bus operator. But thanks to your comment, we just updated our route to include more reputable companies. Hopefully, we can help our readers escape this kind of experience. I hope you still have a great trip outside that terrible bus ride! Safe travels to you and your family!

STAY

Our favourite places to stay in Kampot

Kampot is a relatively small town, but there are still a number of areas you can choose to stay in. Here's a quick run down of the different areas:

The town centre is where you’ll find a lot of the best Western and Khmer restaurants, bars, pubs and general nightlife. The streets are also dotted with remnants of the French colonial period.
Thvi is on the opposite side of the Entanou Bridge and has everything that the town centre has, just on a slightly smaller scale and with less noise.
North of Kampot is all about nature. You'll discover a number of cool accommodations here that are surrounded by nature or are directly on the river.

Check out our favourite places to stay in Kampot:

Budget

The Magic Sponge

If you want to stay in the city centre, The Magic Sponge is perfect. Plus there are tons to keep you entertained here, including a mini golf course, pool tables, and a pub with live entertainment. It's almost impossible to get bored here.

The owner, William, really knows how to create a welcoming ambience and ensure that everyone has a memorable stay. The onsite restaurant also serves some delicious food. There's nothing bad to say about this place!

Central location
Mini gold, pool table and pub
Amazing owner
Delicious onsite restaurant

Double rooms start from $20 (81,000 KHR) per night.

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Mid-Range

Kampot Riverfront Boutique

If you love unique accommodations, then you'll want to stay at Kampot Riverfront Boutique. Every room comes has its own balcony, with some of them directly on the waterfront. Can you think of a better place to sit and relax?

Completely surrounded by nature here, you're in no way compromising on comfort. The rooms are spacious and luxurious with air conditioning for those hot Cambodian days.

Private balcony with river views
Surrounded by nature
Luxurious rooms
Air conditioning

Private rooms start from $32 (130,000 KHR) per night.

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Treat Yourself

Kampot Sweet Boutique

With its outdoor swimming pool and beautifully designed rooms, Kampot Sweet Boutique feels like an intimate luxury resort. They even have a villa for up to 8 people with its own private pool! This place is special.

The beds are incredibly comfortable and the complimentary breakfast is delicious. The hotel is located slightly north of Kampot, but don't worry they have a free shuttle to take you into town. Without a doubt, this is one of the best places to stay in Kampot.

Outdoor swimming pool
Private villa available
Free shuttle to town
Delicious free breakfast

Double rooms with a pool view start from $75 (305,000 KHR) per night.

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ABOUT YOUR DESTINATION

Why Visit Kampot?

Kampot is a laid-back riverside town with touches of French influence. It's the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of big cities like Siem Reap and Phnom Penh.

Spend your days relaxing by the river (there are some really cool riverside accommodations), kayaking, exploring the countryside by bike and learning about how pepper is made. Visiting a pepper plantation is one of the top things to do, Kampot pepper is world-renowned and a must-try!

Rounding it up

That's the full picture for getting from Siem Reap to Kampot, roughly 309 kilometres (192 miles) apart. In all, there are 4 ways to make the trip. The cheapest fare is $19 (77,000 KHR). The quickest trip takes 4h 25m.

Prices and timetables change, so it's worth a quick check before you travel. Have a question, or travelled this route recently? Ask the community below and we'll do our best to help.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distance from Siem Reap to Kampot?

The distance from Siem Reap to Kampot is 309 kilometres (192 miles).

What is the fastest way to get from Siem Reap to Kampot?

The fastest way to get from Siem Reap to Kampot is by flight and takes 4h 25m - 5h 25m.

What is the cheapest way to get from Siem Reap to Kampot?

The cheapest way to get from Siem Reap to Kampot is by bus via phnom penh with ticket costs starting from 77,000 KHR.

About the Author

Maarten

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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.

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