Siem Reap Battambang Bus

The journey from Siem Reap to Battambang by bus (or vice versa) takes between 3.5 and 4 hours covering some 165 km.

Siem Reap to Battambang Bus Schedule

Operator	Depart from	Arrive at	Vehicle	Depart time	Arrive Time (est.)	Travel Time (est.)	Fare (USD)
Capitol Tours	Siem Reap	Battambang	Bus	7:30	11:00	3.5	6
Mekong Express	Siem Reap	Battambang	BUS 42	8:00	12:00	4	6 – 7
Capitol Tours	Siem Reap	Battambang	Bus	8:30	12:00	3.5	6
Capitol Tours	Siem Reap	Battambang	Bus	9:30	13:00	3.5	6
Capitol Tours	Siem Reap	Battambang	Bus	12:30	16:00	3.5	6
Capitol Tours	Siem Reap	Battambang	Bus	13:30	17:00	3.5	6
Capitol Tours	Siem Reap	Battambang	Bus (Friday)	17:30	21:00	3.5	6
Mekong Express	Siem Reap	Battambang	BUS 42	19:00	23:00	4	6 – 7

Battambang to Siem Reap Bus Schedule

Operator	Depart from	Arrive at	Vehicle	Depart time	Arrive Time (est.)	Travel Time (est.)	Fare (USD)
Capitol Tours	Battambang	Siem Reap	Bus	7:45	11:15	3.5	6
Mekong Express	Battambang	Siem Reap	BUS 42	8:00	12:00	4	6 – 7
Capitol Tours	Battambang	Siem Reap	VIP Van	8:30	11:30	3	7
Capitol Tours	Battambang	Siem Reap	Bus	9:45	13:15	3.5	6
Mekong Express	Battambang	Siem Reap	BUS 42	19:00	23:00	4	6 – 7
Capitol Tours	Battambang	Siem Reap	Bus	13:00	16:30	3.5	6
Capitol Tours	Battambang	Siem Reap	Bus (Sunday)	15:00	18:30	3.5	6

Bus Operators and Stations

Capital Tours (Coach) – capitoltourscambodia.com
Battambang: Boeng Chhuk Bus Station
Siem Reap: Street 10, Siem Reap

Mekong Express – https://www.catmekongexpress.com

Battambang: #323 St. 3 Mohatep Village, Battambang
Siem Reap: Sivatha Blvd, Siem Reap

Top Five Things to do in Battambang

Visit the ancient Wat Banan temple site
Visit the ancient Wat Ek Phnom temple and Giant Buddha Statue
Visit the Romcheik5 artspace
Explore a Damrey Sor Pagoda
Visit the Battambang Provincial Museum

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Top Five Central Places to Stay in Battambang

Classy Hotel – Located by the river the hotel has a beautiful pool, sauna/steam/massage center, a modern gym and rooftop bar and restaurant.

Delux Villa – The four-star Delux Villa offers a very peaceful place with a nice garden and pool setting.

Seng Hout Hotel – Superb location central to all the eateries that line the riverside and the close to the central market. The hotel features a nice small pool and a rooftop terrace where you can really enjoy some nice sunsets.

Asia Hotel – Central location, gets a bit dusty outside but its always super clean inside and amazing value.

First Hotel – Simple and super clean, and incredible value, usually around $7.

Top Five Things to do in Siem Reap

Explore Angkor Archeological Park inc. Angkor Wat
Explore Kbal Spean and Kulen Mountain
Explore the ancient temple Beng Mealea
Watch Phare Circus
Explore Pub Street, the local nightlife & cuisine

More attractions and things to do in Siem Reap

Top Five Central Places to Stay in Siem Reap

Chateau d’Angkor La Residence – Four-star hotel that is centrally located in the Old French Quarter, Chateau d’Angkor La Residence features an outdoor saltwater swimming pool, great restaurant, and bar. It’s away from the noise on a sleepy, leafy, peaceful street.

Somadevi Residence – The five-star Somadevi Residence features outdoor and indoor swimming pools, fitness center, spa and wellness center, sauna, jacuzzi, restaurant, and bar.

Koulen Hotel – The five-star Koulen Hotel is located near the new Heritage Mall which features many cafe, bakery, and coffee shops. The hotel features swimming pool, spa, restaurant, and bar.

Aroma Angkor Boutique Hotel – The new four-star hotel features swimming pool, spa, restaurant, and bar. Its location on Taphul Road has lots of little cafes, bakeries, and a new supermarket at the end of the street.

Hima Boutique – Great Value pick – its half the price or less of those listed above yet still four-star offering swimming pool, spa, restaurant, and bar. It’s also located on Taphul Road.

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