THE SHORT VERSION
Poipet to Sihanoukville at a glance.
- From
- Poipet ប៉ោយប៉ែត
- To
- Sihanoukville ក្រុងព្រះសីហនុ
- Road distance
- About 582 km
- Straight line
- 353 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~7 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Sihanoukville to Poipet →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Poipet
Poipet is the Cambodian town at the main land crossing with Thailand, opposite Aranyaprathet. Buses link it with Siem Reap and Battambang. Crossings with Thailand were suspended during the 2025 border dispute, so check the current status first.
- 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.
Arriving in Sihanoukville
Ask where your bus ends, then use a tuk-tuk or ride-hail to your hotel or the ferry pier.
- Company offices and bus stations
Arrival points vary by operator.
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.
- Island ferries leave from the pier in town. Allow time between your bus and the boat.
KEEP GOING
From Sihanoukville, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Sihanoukville
More buses from Poipet
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Poipet from Sihanoukville by road?+
About 582 km by road (353 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Poipet to Sihanoukville take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 7 h 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 Poipet?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Poipet include Tourist passenger terminal, Company offices on the main street, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Sihanoukville to Poipet?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Sihanoukville to Poipet guide.
Where does the bus from Poipet arrive in Sihanoukville?+
It depends on the operator. In Sihanoukville, services use Company offices and bus stations. Ask where your bus ends, then use a tuk-tuk or ride-hail to your hotel or the ferry pier.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Sihanoukville?+
Ask where your bus ends, then use a tuk-tuk or ride-hail to your hotel or the ferry pier.
What kind of bus runs from Poipet to Sihanoukville?+
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 Poipet to Sihanoukville 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 Sihanoukville by bus?+
Direct buses from Sihanoukville include Kampot, Kep, Ha Tien, Phnom Penh, Chau Doc and more. See all connections on our Sihanoukville bus page.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
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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