THE SHORT VERSION
Bangkok to Poipet at a glance.
- From
- Bangkok กรุงเทพมหานคร
- To
- Poipet ប៉ោយប៉ែត
- Road distance
- About 277 km
- Straight line
- 225 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~3 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Poipet to Bangkok →
- Border
- Thailand → Cambodia. Passport and visa needed
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Bangkok
Bangkok is Thailand's capital and its main long-distance bus hub, with separate terminals for the north and north-east, the east, and the south. International buses to Cambodia and Laos also start here.
- Mo Chit (Northern) Bus Terminal
Routes to the north and north-east, and many international buses. - Ekkamai (Eastern) Bus Terminal
Routes to the east coast, such as Pattaya and Trat. - Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai)
Routes to the south and west.
Arriving in Poipet
Expect touts at the border. Book onward transport through a known company and agree prices before you travel.
- Tourist passenger terminal
Official terminal for tourist buses towards Siem Reap and beyond. - Company offices on the main street
Non-tourist buses to Siem Reap and Battambang.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Check whether the Thailand–Cambodia land border is open before you book.
- Don't pay for fake 'health' or visa forms at the crossing.
KEEP GOING
From Poipet, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Poipet
More buses from Bangkok
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Bangkok from Poipet by road?+
About 277 km by road (225 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Bangkok to Poipet take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 3 h 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Bangkok?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Bangkok include Mo Chit (Northern) Bus Terminal, Ekkamai (Eastern) Bus Terminal, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai), and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Poipet to Bangkok?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Poipet to Bangkok guide.
Where does the bus from Bangkok arrive in Poipet?+
It depends on the operator. In Poipet, services use Tourist passenger terminal, Company offices on the main street. Expect touts at the border. Book onward transport through a known company and agree prices before you travel.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Poipet?+
Expect touts at the border. Book onward transport through a known company and agree prices before you travel.
What kind of bus runs from Bangkok to Poipet?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Bangkok to Poipet bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Poipet by bus?+
Direct buses from Poipet include Battambang, Siem Reap, Phnom Penh, Sihanoukville. See all connections on our Poipet bus page.
Is the border between Thailand and Cambodia open?+
Land crossings between Thailand and Cambodia were suspended during the 2025 border dispute. Check the current status with official sources and confirm with the bus operator that the service is running before you book.
Do I need a visa to take the bus from Bangkok to Poipet?+
This journey crosses from Thailand into Cambodia. Check the current entry and visa rules for your nationality before you travel, and keep your passport with you on the bus.
Still deciding? Check today's departures, then book your seat.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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