Bangkok to Siem Reap

Travelling between Bangkok and Siem Reap is possible by Flight and bus. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you THB 44,516 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere THB 625.

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 20 hours to travel between Bangkok and Siem Reap depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Bangkok and Siem Reap. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h. Flight does a much slower job and take about 19h 20m to reach Siem Reap.

Travelling between Bangkok and Siem Reap can be as cheap as THB 625 if you opt for a Virak Buntham Express bus and as expensive as THB 44,516 if you buy a China Southern Airlines flight ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

• 1 from Bangkok to Siem Reap starting from 07:35 Siem Reap Airport until 20:00 Siem Reap Airport
• 1 from Bangkok to Siem Reap starting from 01:00 Siem Reap Virak Buntham until 09:00 Siem Reap Virak Buntham

4 from Bangkok to Siem Reap starting from 00:00 Bangkok Transfer until 00:00 Bangkok Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Bangkok to Siem Reap.

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Bangkok to Siem Reap, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as THB 2,240.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Bangkok and Siem Reap

Cathay Pacific, China Southern Airlines, Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Thai Smile (ไทยสมายล์), Vietnam Airlines (เวียดนาม แิอร์ไลน์)

Bus

Travelling from Bangkok to Siem Reap overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Bangkok and Siem Reap

Giant Ibis Transport, Virak Buntham Express

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Bangkok and Siem Reap

PGS Cambodia

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

• 83% opted for a bus
• 17% decided to fly