Island in Preah Sihanouk, Cambodia
Getting around Koh Rong
How to get around Koh Rong
Everything is by foot or boat. Fast ferries run from Sihanoukville's Serendipity pier; speedboats link beaches. No cars or ride apps.
Ways to get around Koh Rong
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Ferry from Sihanoukville | About $12–20 | 45–90 min; book with a reputable operator |
| Water taxi between beaches | About $5–15 | Chartered or shared; weather dependent |
| Walking | Free | Koh Touch to Long Set is about 1 h by trail or boat |
Taxis in Koh Rong
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No cars or ride apps. Boats and walking only; arrange boat transfers through your guesthouse.
Arriving in Koh Rong
Via Sihanoukville (KOS)
Fly into Sihanoukville airport or bus from Phnom Penh (4–5 h, about $8–15), then tuk-tuk to the pier and ferry.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the right. Bring a 1949 IDP plus your licence for cars and bikes over 125cc; long stays need a Cambodian licence.
- Onward travel in Cambodia: Buses and minivans link Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Kampot and Sihanoukville. Phnom Penh flights now use Techo International (KTI). Overland to Thailand is closed.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Koh Rong?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No cars or ride apps. Boats and walking only; arrange boat transfers through your guesthouse.
What's the best way to get around Koh Rong?
Everything is by foot or boat. Fast ferries run from Sihanoukville's Serendipity pier; speedboats link beaches. No cars or ride apps.
How do I get from the airport to Koh Rong?
Fly into Sihanoukville airport or bus from Phnom Penh (4–5 h, about $8–15), then tuk-tuk to the pier and ferry.
Is Koh Rong walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
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