Siem Reap Sihanoukville Bus

Heading from Siem Reap to Sihanoukville, or vice-versa? Here are the bus schedules for this popular route. Siem Reap as you know is home to the temples of Angkor and around 560 km and 10-12 hours away by bus is Sihanoukville, the famous coastal beach city. After the schedules I’ll share my tips for the top five things to do and places to stay in each destination.

Siem Reap to Sihanoukville to Bus Schedule

Operator	Depart from	Arrive at	Vehicle	Depart time	Arrive Time (est.)	Travel Time (est.)	Fare (USD)
Virak Buntham VET	Siem Reap	Sihanouk Ville	Hotel Bus	0:05	12:05	12	23/ 23
Virak Buntham VET	Siem Reap	Sihanouk Ville	11 seat Minibus	6:00	18:00	12	23
Sorya Express	Siem Reap	Sihanouk Ville	BUS 42	6:30	16:30	10	16
Capitol Tours	Siem Reap	Sihanouk Ville	Bus	6:30	18:30	12	14
Virak Buntham VET	Siem Reap	Sihanouk Ville	16 seat Minibus	7:00	19:00	12	23
Sorya Express	Siem Reap	Sihanouk Ville	BUS 42	7:30	17:30	10	16
Virak Buntham VET	Siem Reap	Sihanouk Ville	11 seat Minibus	8:00	20:00	12	23
Virak Buntham VET	Siem Reap	Sihanouk Ville	11 seat Minibus	9:00	21:00	12	23
Virak Buntham VET	Siem Reap	Sihanouk Ville	Hotel Bus	19:00	11:30	16:30	12/ 12
Virak Buntham VET	Siem Reap	Sihanouk Ville	Hotel Bus	20:00	8:00	12	13/ 13
Virak Buntham VET	Siem Reap	Sihanouk Ville	Luxury Hotel Bus	20:30	8:30	12	18/ 18
Virak Buntham VET	Siem Reap	Sihanouk Ville	Luxury Hotel Bus	22:30	13:30	15	23/ 23
STT Express	Siem Reap	Sihanouk Ville	Bus-36	23:00	10:00	11	16
Virak Buntham VET	Siem Reap	Sihanouk Ville	Hotel Bus	23:00	12:00	13	16/ 16

Sihanoukville to Siem Reap Bus Schedule

Operator	Depart from	Arrive at	Vehicle	Depart time	Arrive Time (est.)	Travel Time (est.)	Fare (USD)
Sorya Express	Sihanouk Ville	Siem Reap	BUS 42	6:30	16:30	10	14
Virak Buntham VET	Sihanouk Ville	Siem Reap	11 seat Minibus	7:30	19:30	12	23
Virak Buntham VET	Sihanouk Ville	Siem Reap	11 seat Minibus	8:30	20:30	12	23
Virak Buntham VET	Sihanouk Ville	Siem Reap	11 seat Minibus	9:30	21:30	12	23
Virak Buntham VET	Sihanouk Ville	Siem Reap	11 seat Minibus	13:30	1:30	12	23
Virak Buntham VET	Sihanouk Ville	Siem Reap	11 seat Minibus	14:30	2:30	12	23
Virak Buntham VET	Sihanouk Ville	Siem Reap	11 seat Minibus	15:30	4:30	13	23
Virak Buntham VET	Sihanouk Ville	Siem Reap	Hotel Bus	20:00	8:00	12	13/ 13
Virak Buntham VET	Sihanouk Ville	Siem Reap	Luxury Hotel Bus	20:30	8:30	12	16/ 16

Bus Operators and Stations

Virak Buntham VET
http://www.virakbuntham.com

Siem Reap: 4 Pokambor Ave, Krong Siem Reap
Sihanoukville: Ekareach Street, Sihanoukville

Sorya Express

Siem Reap: Sivatha Blvd, near Pub Street, Siem Reap
Sihanoukville: 236A, Ekareach Street, Near Commercial Market Traffic Light, Sihanoukville

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

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. It’s 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.

Top Five Things to do in Sihanoukville

Explore and relax on the beaches inc Otres, Ochheuteal, and Serendipity
Try scuba diving, kayaking, windsurfing
Explore the Islands of Koh Rong and Koh Rong Sanloem
Visit Kbal Chhay Waterfall
Explore Ream National Park

Top Five Central Places to Stay in Sihanoukville

Sokha Beach Resort – Five-star beachfront hotel that features 3 restaurants and 2 bars, swimming pools, kids pool, steam and sauna, jacuzzi, spa and wellness center, gym, and great views.

Aristocrat Residence & Hotel – Four-star central hotel with pool and restaurant that is minutes from the beach.

White Beach Hotel – Three-star hotel with nice ocean views from some rooms, swimming pool, a few steps to the beach and loads of eateries nearby.

Patchouly Chill House – The three-star boutique residence is 10 minutes walk from the beach and offers restaurant, bar, and pool.

Chochi Garden – Family friendly basic rooms and small bungalows located minutes from the beach and ferry terminal.

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