THE SHORT VERSION
Sihanoukville to Can Tho at a glance.
- From
- Sihanoukville ក្រុងព្រះសីហនុ
- To
- Can Tho Cần Thơ
- Road distance
- About 335 km
- Straight line
- 256 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~4 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
- Border
- Cambodia → Vietnam. Passport and visa needed
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Sihanoukville
Sihanoukville is Cambodia's main port and the jumping-off point for Koh Rong. Frequent buses run from Phnom Penh, some using the expressway, plus longer routes from Siem Reap and Ho Chi Minh City.
- Company offices and bus stations
Arrival points vary by operator.
Arriving in Can Tho
The bus station is outside the riverside centre. Some companies run shuttles to their city offices.
- Can Tho Central Bus Station · Bến xe Trung tâm Cần Thơ
Services to Ho Chi Minh City and across the Delta.
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.
- Book floating-market boat trips for early morning, which is when the markets are busiest.
KEEP GOING
From Can Tho, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Can Tho
More buses from Sihanoukville
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Sihanoukville from Can Tho by road?+
About 335 km by road (256 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Sihanoukville to Can Tho take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 4 h 30 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 Sihanoukville?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Sihanoukville include Company offices and bus stations, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Can Tho to Sihanoukville?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Can Tho to Sihanoukville as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Sihanoukville arrive in Can Tho?+
It depends on the operator. In Can Tho, services use Can Tho Central Bus Station. The bus station is outside the riverside centre. Some companies run shuttles to their city offices.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Can Tho?+
The bus station is outside the riverside centre. Some companies run shuttles to their city offices.
What kind of bus runs from Sihanoukville to Can Tho?+
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 Sihanoukville to Can Tho 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 Can Tho by bus?+
Direct buses from Can Tho include Vinh Long, Rach Gia, Chau Doc, Ho Chi Minh City, Ha Tien and more. See all connections on our Can Tho bus page.
Do I need a visa to take the bus from Sihanoukville to Can Tho?+
This journey crosses from Cambodia into Vietnam. Check the current entry and visa rules for your nationality before you travel, and keep your passport with you on the bus.
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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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