Vans from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem

Vans from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem

Phnom Penh
Koh Rong Samloem
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Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem Destination Reviews

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Charlotte P
Easy to find the office and people helpful! Van was fairly comfortable just not much leg room on the front seats but it was okay for a couple of hours. We had water and a toilet break. Felt safe in the van. Helped us ensure we were on the correct ferry. No issues at all!
Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem, Van Van 15pax, Ekareach Express, Apr 6, 2026
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Joyce L
Bus departure was an hour later than planned. Everyone was in the bus already bus they let us sit for an hour. No explaination, random stops as well and overall just no communication. Thought the price was very high for this service. Vehicle itself was good though.
Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem, Van Van, Riya Transport, Mar 20, 2026
BC
Barbara C
Everything went to plan.
Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem, Van Minivan + Ferry, SIMA Express (សីម៉ា អុិចប្រេស), Mar 12, 2026
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Kitti N
I had a very good experience traveling from Phnom Penh to Koh Ron Sanloem. It was a very smooth ride, was perfectly organized, we even departed a bit earlier because everyone was there in time. The drivers were super nice, the van had an AC, the ferry departed just in time and we got there as planned. Could only recommend!
Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem, Van Minivan + Ferry, Sima Express, Jan 22, 2026
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Vera R
Bus left 40 minutes earlier so had to wait for the next one an hour later. The bus was packed and could not sit comfortably, a normal bus is more comfortable. Contact was good & fast response!
Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem, Van Van + Ferry, RA Express VIP (RA Express VIP), Dec 12, 2025
AW
Alan W
Excellent service. Thank you
Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem, Van Minivan + Ferry, Sima Express, Nov 16, 2025
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Oliver
We booked the trip from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Sanloem with Sima Express. Everything went smooth and without problems. We left at the Phnom Penh Office on time and drove to the port at Sihanouk with one 20 minute stop in between for toilets. The driver led us to the ticket office of the ferry company, where we got the tickets. Thats where the driver left us and then got on the ferry as told by the ladies in the ferry office.
Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem, Van Minivan + Ferry, Sima Express, Mar 1, 2025
BK
Brian K
On time for pickup and arrival.
Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem, Van Minivan + Ferry, Sima Express, Feb 14, 2025
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Olivia H
We ended up not leaving Phnom Penh until around 11:30/12pm instead of 10:30am because they were collecting people from around the city. We then arrived at the Ferry terminal to be told that our boat was at 3pm, which was running late. We ended up arriving 2 hours late. The vehicles aircon wasn’t amazing but the drive okay overall
Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem, Van Minivan + Ferry, Sima Express, Jun 16, 2024
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Rafal B
All seemed fine at the start but then ended up arriving in Samloem 2hrs later than stated, waited over 1h for the ferry while other firms boats were leaving. At the pier there was no sign of the firm everyone seemed so disoriented and had to ask around, the ferry also went to 2 Koh Rong piers first then stopped at Samloem(the ferry journey in total was over 1.5h). You may want to look for separate bus and boat rather than pay 45$ for smooth transfer and arrival in Samloem which you wont get (also this price inc return ticket so you bear that in mind when coming back)
Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem, Van Minivan + Ferry, Sima Express, Jan 18, 2024
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Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem Van Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Virak Buntham Express
VIP
05:00
09:15
$33.97
Koh Rong Island Transport
Minivan + Ferry
06:30
10:30
$21.00
  2.0
RA Express VIP
Van + Ferry
07:00
11:30
$21.60
Koh Rong Island Transport
Minivan + Ferry
07:30
11:30
$21.00
  2.0
RA Express VIP
Van + Ferry
08:00
11:45
$21.60
Koh Rong Island Transport
Minivan + Ferry
08:45
12:45
$21.00
  2.0
Champa Tourist Bus
Van
09:30
13:30
$22.00
Virak Buntham Express
VIP
10:00
15:15
$33.97
SIMA Express
Minivan + Ferry
10:30
16:30
$33.80
  2.0
Koh Rong Island Transport
Minivan + Ferry
11:00
15:00
$21.00
  2.0
Champa Tourist Bus
Van
11:30
15:30
$22.00
RA Express VIP
Van + Ferry
13:00
17:30
$21.60
Koh Rong Island Transport
Minivan + Ferry
13:30
17:30
$21.00
  2.0
SIMA Express
Minivan + Ferry
14:30
21:00
$25.28

How to get from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem by van

Vans are a faster alternative to buses; vans usually offer more scheduled departures than buses or other means of transport over the same route; vans may serve the routes not served by buses, trains, or flights. What other reasons do you need to opt for a van? Ah! Very often, they are much more affordable than any other means of transport. Van from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem departs regularly according to the schedule and is a decent option to get to your destination at a reasonable price. Now van tickets can be booked online what makes planning of your trip more convenient. Before you book your van ticket, remember to read other travellers’ reviews on your operator’s service to ensure it meets your expectations.

Currently the following operators can help you to travel from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem by van: .

How far is Phnom Penh from Koh Rong Samloem?

Phnom Penh sits 149 km from Koh Rong Samloem.

How long does it take to get from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem by van?

Vans cover the distance between Phnom Penh and Koh Rong Samloem in 3h – 4h 30m hours. Do note that though vans usually stick to their schedule, your journey can take longer if traffic is excessive or the weather is bad. The worst periods in the sense of violation of the timetable is long weekends, national holidays, school vacations and peak season. With roads stuck with traffic do expect delays. Stormy weather with heavy rains or snowfalls can also cause your arrival time to change. Yet in general you can rely on the timing declared by the operator.

The fastest service on this route is provided by SIMA Express (សីម៉ា អុិចប្រេស). Khorn Rado VIP Express’s vans travel slower than others.

How much does it cost to get from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem by van?

Opposite to, say, buses, normally vans do not offer a great variety in the sense of ticket class hence the price of the ticket is the same for all seats in a van. Note that some seats offer more comfort during the ride. E.g. in some vans the passenger seat by the driver is also available. If you are lucky enough to get it, you may have more space and definitely a better view there. Similarly, in some vans seats in the back row may be a disappointment as they do not recline due to the trunk filled with travellers’ luggage.

To hop onto a van between Phnom Penh and Koh Rong Samloem expect to pay from USD 15.00 to USD 33.00. The more convenient the ride, the more you pay – either for extra space or for less stops enroute. SIMA Express (សីម៉ា អុិចប្រេស) is the cheapest operator on the route while Khorn Rado VIP Express is the most expensive one.

Travelling by van essentials

  • Ensure to check carefully from where your van departs. In many cases vans are stationed not at the city main bus station but elsewhere. Individual van operators may have their own van stops located anywhere, and one and the same operator may sell tickets to their vans from different stops. If you are planning a bus-van connection, be sure you understand where to catch your van as it is easy to assume that vans leave from the same station where buses arrive. No, it is not necessarily so!
  • There are different types of vans accommodating from 9 to 15 or more passengers. While on certain routes you have no alternative, on others you can choose. The rule of thumb – fewer seats mean more leg space and more comfort. As well as more money for your ticket. But this is probably the case when it is worth investing into your seat a bit more.
  • Vans accommodating more passengers are often cramped and do not provide any additional space for your luggage. In many cases your ticket will include only one piece of luggage, often with limited weight. If you travel with huge suitcases or backpacks you may want – or even need – to buy an extra seat for your luggage. Before booking an extra seat for your luggage though do check with the operator if they allow it. If you did buy a separate seat for your luggage, and the driver during the way tries to pick up an extra passenger to put on a “vacant” seat, insist on right to use it as you paid for it.
  • There are obviously no on board toilets in vans but if your journey lasts over two or three hours there will normally be one or more bathroom stop(s) enroute. During the bathroom stop, take a note of your van number plate when you get off. It will make it easier for you to find the van among similar vehicles and in an unhappy case (hypothetically!) of van leaving without you, you can at least report it to the operator.
  • Van drivers are notorious for their driving style. Though many companies enforce strict speed limits on their vehicles they are often not observed. This is probably a major downside of van travel in some countries. Anyway, if speed limits are violated do not be shy to ask the driver to go slower. Normally there will be an information plate with the telephone numbers to call if your driver violates traffic rules – report each such case without hesitation. Also, do leave your review if not satisfied with the service to warn other travellers.
  • It is compulsory to use belts for all the van passengers. Even if your driver does not insist on it, use the belt for your own safety. Belts are sometimes fixed behind your seat – do not hesitate to release them and use as they are intended to be used.
  • Many vans do not have scheduled departures but depart when full. Sometimes waiting periods can be long, especially if you happen to come immediately after the previous van has departed or just in the end of the day when there are not so many passengers. Always make sure you understand whether your ticket is for a scheduled trip or otherwise. Normally operators who allow online booking of their tickets, provide scheduled service meaning your van will depart on time no matter how many passengers show up for the trip.

Transportation from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem

Facts about the van from Phnom Penh to Koh Rong Samloem

Cheapest Van$15
Fastest Van3h
Earliest Van5:30 AM
Latest Van1:30 PM
Daily Van Routes0
Distance149 kilometers
Van CompaniesChan Moly Roth Transportation, Koh Rong Island Transport, Riya Transport, Sovan Rithy Express