5 ways to get from Sihanoukville to Koh Rong
There are five ways to travel the distance of 33 km (21 miles) from Sihanoukville to Koh Rong: by ferry to koh toch beach (45 minutes), ferry to sok san beach (45 minutes-1h30m), ferry to long set beach (40 minutes-1 hour), ferry to coconut beach (35-45 minutes) and ferry to palm beach (1 hour). The journey takes between 35 minutes - 1h30m and the quickest way is by ferry to coconut beach. The lowest priced tickets start from €12.50 ($15) for the ferry to long set beach.Sihanoukville to Koh Rong by Ferry to Long Set Beach
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.
Buva Sea, Speed Ferry Cambodia and GTVC Speedboat provide daily schedules for this route.
Buva Sea offers one-way tickets priced at $15 that can be booked online at BookAway. You can also book a round trip ticket when you contact them directly or buy tickets online. Tickets that include an open return trip cost $25.
Ferry schedules from Sihanoukville to Long Set Beach
All ferries depart from Serendipity Beach Pier and dock at Long Set Beach. It takes about 1 hour to go from Sihanoukville to Long Set Beach when the weather conditions are good.
Sihanoukville to Koh Rong by Ferry to Coconut Beach
Many travellers tend to enjoy the white sands, clear waters and palm trees of Coconut Beach. If you’re looking for some quality time by the beach, then Coconut Beach belongs in your bucket list.
Getting to this destination from Sihanoukville is easy as there are 2 ferry operators providing direct trips to Coconut Beach.
Buva Sea offers both one-way and return tickets. A one-way ticket costs $15 while a round-trip ticket costs $25. BookAway offers a cheaper rate for a one-way trip. You might want to consider this option too.
Tickets for Speed Ferry Cambodia already include an open return ticket for $27.
Make sure to inform the ferry company about the date of your return trip beforehand.
See the schedule below:
Ferry schedules from Sihanoukville to Coconut Beach
All ferries from Sihanoukville depart from Serendipity Beach Pier and dock along Coconut Beach.
Sihanoukville to Koh Rong by Ferry to Koh Toch Beach
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.
Other beaches like Coconut Beach are too good to miss!
Still want to visit Koh Toch Beach? Then you can book a direct ferry ticket from Sihanoukville to Koh Rong (Koh Toch Beach) with one of the ferry companies below:
Ferry schedules from Sihanoukville to Koh Toch Beach
Indicated costs already include an open return ticket. Make sure you arrange your return trip at least one day in advance so they can reserve you a seat for the journey back to Sihanoukville. You can also book your ferry ride through BookAway if you prefer to buy ferry tickets for a one-way trip.
Buva Sea, GTVC Speedboat and Speed Ferry Cambodia also offer pick-up service from designated hotels in Sihanoukville.
Another company that operates ferries on this route is Angkor Speed Ferry, but you have to contact them directly for more information on the ferry schedules.
The travel time from Sihanoukville to Koh Toch Beach is about 45 minutes with good weather conditions. All ferries depart from Serendipity Beach Pier in Sihanoukville.
Sihanoukville to Koh Rong by Ferry to Palm Beach
Speed Ferry Cambodia is the only company that operates this route and offers 3 trips daily.
Tickets cost $26 for an open return. Always inform the company about your return trip at least one day in advance.
You can check their schedules in the table below:
Ferry schedule from Sihanoukville to Palm Beach
You can book your ticket at www.speedferrycambodia.com.
Though Palm Beach is located in a more secluded area in Koh Rong, it will be a great experience to visit!
Sihanoukville to Koh Rong by Ferry to Sok San Beach
Located along the southwestern coast of Koh Rong, Sok San Beach offers travellers a more relaxed and private vibe than Koh Toch Beach.
Getting to Sok San Beach is easy as there are also direct ferries departing from Sihanoukville.
It takes about 40 minutes from Sihanoukville to Sok San Beach. The prices in the table are for open return tickets and it’s best if you contact the ferry companies directly. If you prefer a one-way ferry ticket, you can book with Buva Sea through the button we provided.
Ferry schedules from Sihanoukville to Sok San Beach
You need to arrange your return trip in advance to ensure that you are reserved a seat.
Both ferries depart from Serendipity Beach Pier in Sihanoukville. In case of bad weather, the ferry companies might dock at another pier close to Sok San Beach and arrange transport from there.
Sok San Beach Resort runs their own ferry service to Sok San Beach but their own guests are given priority. For non-guests, they tend to charge way more than with the other ferry companies (about $40).
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 km (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 coconut beach and takes 35-45 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 €12.50 ($15).
Rounding it up
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