How to Get From Siem Reap to Bangkok

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Siem Reap → Bangkok364 km

Bangkok is Thailand's capital, and it never really slows down. Golden temples, street food stalls and thick traffic all crowd in together. The city lies 364 kilometres (226 miles) west of Siem Reap. Flying is the quickest option, taking 1-1.5 hours. By road and rail, the train is the cheapest way to get from Siem Reap to Bangkok at $14 (475 THB). The minivan and the bus both cost more.

DISTANCE

Distance from Siem Reap to Bangkok

Siem Reap and Bangkok are about 364 km (226 miles) apart, and the journey itself covers around 424 km by road. The quickest way to get from Siem Reap to Bangkok is by taking the flight, which takes around 1-1.5h.

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Straight-line distance

~424 km

Route distance

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5 ways to travel from Siem Reap to Bangkok

There are five ways to travel from Siem Reap to Bangkok. You can choose between the train, minivan, bus, flight, and private transport. The journey takes 1h–8h and the quickest way is by flight. If you're on a budget, the cheapest option is by train with tickets starting at $14 (475 THB).

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The cheapest option when travelling from Siem Reap to Bangkok is by train.

It’s worth noting that this option is a bit complicated as it requires several transfers, but it does offer lovely views along the way.

Step 1: Siem Reap to Poipet by Bus

2h 15m - 3h$10 (335 THB)

For the first part of your journey, you will need to take a bus or taxi from Siem Reap to Poipet. Poipet is where the border station of the Cambodia side is located.

Bus ticket prices going to Poipet from Siem Reap start at $10 (335 THB) and the journey takes around 2h 15m - 3h. Virak Buntham Express offers 4 bus trips daily, but you must take one of the two morning trips to make it in time for the connecting train to Bangkok.

The buses also depart from Virak Buntham Bus Station located along Sivutha Boulevard, the same station where the direct buses to Bangkok depart from.

2h30mVirak Buntham Express (VIP)Siem ReapPoipet14:00$10335 THBTickets

2h30mCambotra ExpressBusSiem ReapPoipet06:3011:0013:0014:01$11350 THBTickets

2h15mVirak Buntham Express (Luxury)Siem ReapPoipet04:30$11370 THBTickets

3hVirak Buntham Express (Coaster)Siem ReapPoipet08:30$11370 THBTickets

3hVirak Buntham Express (VIP)Siem ReapPoipet18:00$14465 THBTickets

Bus tickets are available on Bookaway and 12Go Asia.

Alternative Option: Siem Reap to Poipet by Taxi

If you want a private transfer or if the bus schedules don’t match your itinerary, you can also take a taxi from Siem Reap to Poipet. The fare can be quite expensive at around $64 (2,120 THB), but it offers more convenience compared to buses. You can check Cambotickets to reserve a taxi.

Alternately, for less hassle, you can also book this 3-hour taxi trip from Siem Reap to Poipet through your hotel.

If you’re required to enter Thailand with a visa, make sure to prepare your visa in advance. It will be much faster to go through immigration with completed documents.

Step 2: Poipet to Aranyaprathet by Tuk-tuk

10m$2.40 (80 THB)

Upon arrival in Poipet, you need to first go through Cambodian immigration. If you already have a tourist visa, you just need to pay a small fee of $5 (165 THB). Then, walk past the casinos to the Thailand immigration building to present your documents and receive your passport stamp.

After these steps, you can now head to Aranyaprathet Train Station, where you can find the trains going to Bangkok. The best and quickest way to get to the station is by tuk-tuk, which you can easily find at the exit.

The cost for a tuk-tuk ride ranges from $2.40 (80 THB) to $3.30 (110 THB) for the ride that takes around 10 minutes.

Step 3: Aranyaprathet to Bangkok by Train

5h - 5h 40m$1.80 (60 THB)

The last leg of this option is to take the train bound for Hua Lamphong Railway Station in Bangkok. There are only two trains operating this route. They depart at 07:05 and 14:00 daily.

A train ticket costs $1.80 (60 THB) per person, and travel time takes around 5h - 5h 40m. Since there are only 2 train departures daily, it’s important that you arrange your bus/taxi ride from Siem Reap accordingly so that you won’t miss the train.

5hTrain #280AranyaprathetBangkok07:05$260 THBNo Online Tickets

5h40mTrain #276AranyaprathetBangkok14:00$260 THBNo Online Tickets

Booking Tip

Note that you can only buy the tickets at the train station on the day of your travel. The only seat type available for the Aranyaprathet to Bangkok train is a third-class coach, which may be a bit uncomfortable. But it’s clean and offers great views.

From the train station in Bangkok, you can easily reach the capital’s centre in 15-30 minutes. You can check our article on Hua Lamphong Railway Station for more info.

Bangkok

A minivan ride from Siem Reap to Bangkok costs around $21 (700 THB). The minivan journey takes about 7-9h, depending on traffic.

There are four companies operating on this route: SRL Transport, Sarah Transport, Go Ho Travel and Travel Mart.

Minivan schedule from Siem Reap to Bangkok

8hSRL TransportStandardSiem ReapBangkok Em Samang02:3008:0010:0013:30From $21700 THBTickets

7hSarah TransportStandardSarah Transport Siem ReapEmsamang Express Travel08:0013:30$25810 THBTickets

9hGo Ho TravelStandardGo Ho Travel Siem ReapThailand Tour and Travel Office (branch 300:30$331,100 THBTickets

7h30mTravel MartStandardVirak Buntam Siem Reap Bus BranchKhao San Travel Mart Office05:3006:0010:0012:0014:00$371,240 THBTickets

9hGo Ho TravelShuttleGo Ho Travel Siem ReapThailand Tour and Travel Office (branch 300:3008:0008:30$381,260 THBTickets

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Bangkok

If you don’t mind the long travel, the bus is a good alternative when travelling from Siem Reap to Bangkok, especially if the airfares are too expensive.

The cross-border journey takes about 8h - 12h 30m, excluding the stop at Poipet for immigration. This travel time can take longer, depending on traffic. Bus fares start from $30 (980 THB).

There are several bus companies that operate from Siem Reap to Bangkok, such as Virak Buntham Express, Travel Mart and Giant Ibis. The earliest departure is at 07:45 in the morning and the latest is at 14:30 in the afternoon.

Departure and arrival stations

There are two departure points in Siem Reap. Giant Ibis bus departs from Giant Ibis Siem Reap Office, while Virak Buntham Express and Travel Mart depart from Virak Buntham Siem Reap Bus Branch.

These bus stops are located along Sivutha Boulevard, about 1 km from the centre. To get here, you can take a 10 to 15-minute walk or a 5-minute ride from Siem Reap city centre.

The last stop for all buses is at Phra Nakhon, just a few minutes walk to Khao San Road.

Bus schedule from Siem Reap to Bangkok

8hVirak Buntham ExpressVIPSiem Reap Virak BunthamBangkok05:3006:0010:0012:0014:00$30980 THBTickets

12h15mVirak Buntham ExpressStandardSiem Reap Virak BunthamBangkok00:45$311,020 THBTickets

9hTravel MartStandardSiem Reap Virak BunthamKhao San Travel Mart08:00$361,180 THBTickets

12h30mTravel MartStandardSiem Reap Travel MartKhao San Travel Mart00:45$391,300 THBTickets

8h30mGiant IbisVIPSiem Reap Giant IbisBangkok Giant Ibis07:4509:00$501,660 THBTickets

Available atBookaway

Customs & Immigration

All buses from Siem Reap to Bangkok make a stop in Poipet for immigration purposes. Here, you will have to get off the bus and go through the border immigration for both Cambodia and Thailand. The bus crew will guide you on the things you need to do.

For those who are required to have a visa to enter Thailand, it’s important that you have your visa ready to present to the immigration officer.

The tourist visa fee at the Thailand-Cambodia border costs $30 (990 THB), plus a small processing fee of $5 (165 THB) at the Cambodian immigration counter. Note that these fees should be paid in US Dollars.

After paying the fees, you can now head to the Thailand immigration office past the casinos. Here, you can present your documents and get your passport stamped. Once you’re done with all these steps, you can board the bus again and resume your trip to Bangkok.

Bangkok

Flying is the fastest way to travel from Siem Reap to Bangkok. Airfares are a little pricey, but you will be on your way to Thailand’s capital city in just 1-1.5 hours.

All flights depart from Siem Reap International Airport (REP). You can take a 20-minute ride by taxi, a tuk-tuk, or a motorbike taxi from the city centre to the airport.

AirAsia offers the cheapest flights from Siem Reap to Bangkok, with prices starting from $66 (2,200 THB). Bangkok Airways also offers direct flights for this route, but their airfares are more expensive at around $140 (4,600 THB).

Both airlines offer promo rates during special holidays. We suggest booking your flight in advance as ticket prices tend to increase for last-minute bookings.

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

Siem Reap

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Bangkok

A private transfer is a convenient option when travelling in a group from Siem Reap to Bangkok.

Rates start from $160 (5,300 THB) for a 3-seater private transfer. Divide the cost and that’s just about $54 (1,780 THB) per person. Travel time is around 6h 30m.

Private Transport option from Siem Reap to Bangkok

6h 30m$160 (5,300 THB)

SIMA Car

Comfort Car 3 PAX

$160 (5,300 THB)

$54 (1,780 THB) per person

Tickets

Available atBookaway

Bangkok

Reach out to our Community

Hey, im wondering if i could get off the Giant Ibis BUs before khaosan? Thanks.

AbegailGeckoRoutes team

Hey Jie, we spoke to Giant Ibis to check for you, and you can get off the bus before Khao San Road. Simply inform the driver when boarding the bus and they will place your luggage in the compartment area with easy access. If you buy your ticket on booking platforms like BookAway (bookaway.com), you will still need to pay the full amount.

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STAY

Our favourite places to stay in Bangkok

Bangkok is a big and bustling city with each neighbourhood offering something different to the next. Covering nearly 1600 km² and offering over a thousand accommodation options, it can be slightly daunting picking where to stay. Here is a quick rundown of our favourite areas to stay in Bangkok:

Khao San Road — is one of the most famous areas in Bangkok, known for its party reputation. This area attracts a lot of backpackers that are looking for cheap accommodation and a place to party.
Sukhumvit — has a more relaxed nightlife, centred around sophisticated restaurants and rooftop bars as opposed to travellers dancing on tables. It’s a great jumping-off point to explore the jam-packed city, thanks to the good connections via public transport.
Riverside — along the Chao Phraya River, you'll find an area rich in history and culture, hosting many of the popular sights of Bangkok, including the Royal Palace and Wat Pho – the Reclining Buddha.

Check out our favourite accommodations in Bangkok:

Treat Yourself

dusitD2 Samyan

dusitD2 Samyan is one of the most unique hotels in Bangkok with its tiered appearance overlooking the city. You can take a refreshing dip in their sky swimming pool and enjoy the panoramic views. Or head to the gym and take them in whilst working up a sweat.

The floor-to-ceiling windows throughout the hotel create a bright and modern feel. The rooms are stunning, and decorated to an extremely high standard. This is one of the best hotels in Bangkok.

One of the coolest buildings in Bangkok
Rooftop swimming pool
Onsite gym
Bright and modern rooms

King rooms start from $110 (3,650 THB) per night.

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Treat Yourself

The One Smart Living

The One Smart Living offers incredible value for money. The rooms are beautiful and feel extremely luxurious. You won't want to leave your room it's so nice!

It's a great choice if you want to be close to the airport, but not so close that you're constantly hearing planes above your head. The staff are incredibly helpful and super friendly. It's hard to fault this place.

Great value for money
Close to the airport
Helpful staff
Beautiful rooms

Double rooms start from $50 (1,660 THB) per night.

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Mid-Range

Naga Residence

Naga Residence feels less like a hotel and more like a home — just a very beautifully designed home that's exceptionally clean. The rooms are very spacious and all of them have a private balcony overlooking the city.

There's also an onsite gym, garden and terrace area for you to enjoy. And when you venture out of the hotel there are plenty of restaurants, shops and cafes nearby.

Huge rooms
Exceptionally clean
Private balcony
Onsite gym

Double rooms start from $37 (1,220 THB) per night.

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Mid-Range

Phranakorn-Nornlen

It will be hard to find another hotel in Bangkok like Phranakorn-Nornlen. This hotel is like a piece of art, with every room decorated differently and boasting a unique theme. Make sure to pick your room wisely.

The staff takes your stay here to another level. They are incredibly friendly and helpful. They'll give you great recommendations for the local neighbourhood which is full of cosy cafes and local restaurants.

Unique design and rooms
Incredible staff
Nice local neighbourhood
Very clean

Double rooms start from $33 (1,100 THB) per night.

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Budget

Greenery Hostel

As you've probably already guessed, Greenery Hostel has a green theme both inside and outside. It actually creates a really tranquil vibe inside a busy city.

The rooms are simple but great value for money. Plus there are nice chill-out spaces throughout the hostel with a swing, games and comfy chairs. It's in a great location, close to lots of Bangkok's attractions.

Great value for money
Relaxing chill-out areas
Good location
Free cancellation

Private rooms start from $21 (690 THB) per night.

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ABOUT YOUR DESTINATION

Why Visit Bangkok?

Bangkok, the capital of Thailand, is one of the most visited cities in the world. There’s something about the constant buzz and energy floating through its streets at all hours of the day, giving it the name of the city that never sleeps!

Its main attractions include the Grand Palace, Wat Arun, and Wat Pho. But ancient temples aren't the only reason people flock to this vibrant city. From jam-packed shopping areas to mouthwatering street food and the wild nightlife of Khao San Road, there are so many things you can do in Bangkok.

Rounding it up

That's the full picture for getting from Siem Reap to Bangkok, roughly 364 kilometres (226 miles) apart. In all, there are 5 ways to make the trip. The cheapest fare is $14 (475 THB). The quickest trip takes 1h.

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 Bangkok?

The distance from Siem Reap to Bangkok is 364 kilometres (226 miles).

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

The fastest way to get from Siem Reap to Bangkok is by flight and takes 1-1.5h.

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

The cheapest way to get from Siem Reap to Bangkok is by train with ticket costs starting from 475 THB.

About the Authors

Maarten

Founder & Trip Planning Expert

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.

AbegailReviewer

Travel Writer

Abby is a writer who finds joy in mountains, beaches, and road trips. She considers her solo backpacking trip to the rice terraces of Bontoc one of the most fulfilling moments in her life. She's loyal to the islands of her home country, the Philippines, but Thailand's beaches also have a special place in her heart.

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How to Get From Siem Reap to Bangkok

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