How to Get From Bangkok to Siem Reap
Flight · Bus · Shared Minivan · Train · Private Transport
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In this in-depth route guide, you'll find the best ways to travel the 400 kilometre (249 miles) distance from Bangkok to Siem Reap. By the end of this guide, you'll know exactly how to get there — whether you want to travel on a budget, reach Siem Reap as fast as possible, or enjoy the ride in comfort. We base our information on verified schedules, ticket prices, and on-the-ground insights from recent travellers.
Written by Maarten
Founder & Trip Planning Expert
Last updated
What are the 5 ways to travel from Bangkok to Siem Reap?
There are five ways to travel the 400 km distance from Bangkok to Siem Reap. You can choose between the flight, bus*, shared minivan*, train*, and private transport*.
The journey takes between 2h 45m–9h 30m and the quickest way is by flight (2h 45m). If you're on a budget, the cheapest option is by train* with tickets starting at 49,000 KHR ($12).
2h 45m - 3h 30m
406,000 KHR ($100)
9h
149,000 KHR ($37)
9h
137,000 KHR ($34)
9h 30m
49,000 KHR ($12)
9h
1,647,000 KHR ($410)
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Onward from Siem Reap
Once you're in Siem Reap, here's where to next — 8 researched onward routes to pick from.
Bangkok to Siem Reap by Flight
Step 1: Bangkok city centre to Don Mueang Airport
You can take a taxi from Bangkok city centre to Don Mueang International Airport. Fares start from 28,000 KHR ($7.00). And if the driver uses the expressway, you’ll also need to cover the toll fees.
Remember that Bangkok gets very busy between 06:00 and 09:00, and again from 16:00 to 20:00. Traffic can be heavy during these hours, which means your journey might take longer than 1h.
Step 2: Flight from Bangkok to Siem Reap
AirAsia usually offers the cheapest flights between these two destinations, with one-way fares starting from around 345,000 KHR ($86). The flight time is just 1h.
You can also fly with Bangkok Airways or Thai Airways. These airlines operate direct flights as well, but they depart from Suvarnabhumi Airport and tend to be more expensive. Fares start from 446,000 KHR ($110).
Keep an eye out for promotions, as all three airlines regularly offer special deals. For the best flight prices, try to book as early as possible.
Step 3: Siem Reap Airport to the city centre
Siem Reap–Angkor International Airport (SAI) is located about 45 km east of the city centre. Since replacing the old airport in 2023, it now takes longer to reach town — around 45 minutes to 1.5 hours, depending on traffic and your transport choice.
The cheapest option is the airport shuttle bus, with fares from 32,000 KHR ($8.00). It drops you off along 7 Makara Street, about 2 km from the tourist centre. From there, you can take a tuk-tuk or taxi to your hotel.
Private transfers are the most comfortable and fastest option, though they’re also the most expensive. You can choose between airport taxis, ride-hailing apps like Grab and PassApp, or pre-booked cars through BookAway. Prices range from 100,000 KHR ($25) to 181,000 KHR ($45).
There are also tuk-tuks from the airport, but they’re slower and not ideal in bad weather. You can read more about all the transport options on our Siem Reap airport page.
TIP: If you decide to travel by plane, please consider including a carbon compensation fee to reduce your impact on the environment.
Bangkok to Siem Reap by Bus
Bus schedule from Bangkok to Siem Reap
Booking Tip
This route requires an on-land border crossing, which involves disembarking the bus when you reach the border in Aranyaprathet. The bus staff will instruct you on what to do, and you will need to leave your belongings in the bus in order to go through immigration. For those needing a visa to enter the Kingdom of Cambodia, make sure you secure one before you travel.
You need to pay a fee at the counter to enter the country. Once you’ve completed immigration, simply locate your bus and make your way back to your seat. The bus will then depart for Siem Reap. It will take another 2-3 hours from this point.
Bangkok to Siem Reap by Shared Minivan
Shared Minivan schedule from Bangkok to Siem Reap
Bangkok to Siem Reap by Train
- Travel from Bangkok city centre to Hua Lamphong Railway Station.
- Take the train to Ban Klong Luk Border Station and walk across the Poipet border.
- Continue from Poipet to Siem Reap by taxi or shared ride.
Step 1: Bangkok city centre to Hua Lamphong Railway Station
From Bangkok city centre, you can take the MRT (underground train) to Hua Lamphong for 20 THB ($0.60).
The MRT is directly connected to Hua Lamphong Railway Station and serves nearby stations in the following areas: Bang Rak, Lumphini, Khlong Toei, Din Daeng, Huai Khwang, Samsen Nok (Ratchadaphisek area), and Chatuchak.
Alternatively, you can take a taxi from your hotel, with fares starting from 70 THB ($2.20).
Step 2: Hua Lamphong Railway Station to Ban Klong Luk Border Station
The train to the Thai–Cambodian border departs Hua Lamphong Railway Station at 05:55 and 13:05.
The journey takes around 6h and runs in a 3rd class carriage. It’s basic and not the most comfortable, but it’s generally clean and fine for a daytime trip.
Tickets cost about 50 THB ($1.50) per person, which you can buy at the station.
Stay on the train until the final stop, Ban Klong Luk Border Station. This station is located right next to the Poipet border crossing, so there’s no need to get off earlier at Aranyaprathet Station (if you do, you’ll have to take a tuk-tuk to the border).
Once you arrive, walk to immigration to exit Thailand, then continue through the border process to enter Poipet, Cambodia.
Step 3: Poipet to Siem Reap by Taxi
Once you’ve entered Poipet, you’ll find taxis waiting to take you to Siem Reap. Make sure to agree on the price before getting in.
If you walk a bit further past the main border area, you can usually find shared taxis (rideshare) with fares from 40,000 KHR ($10) per person.
If you prefer to book your taxi in advance, you can do so via BookAway. Fares start from 201,000 KHR ($50), and travel time takes about 3h.
Bangkok to Siem Reap by Private Transport
Private transport from Bangkok to Siem Reap
Rounding it up
We hope this guide was helpful in planning how to get from Bangkok to Siem Reap. If there's anything else you're wondering about, drop us a comment and we'll do our best to answer you within a few days.
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