Island in Preah Sihanouk, Cambodia
Getting around Koh Rong Samloem
How to get around Koh Rong Samloem
Walk between beaches or take a boat; there are no cars or ride apps. Ferries run from Sihanoukville to Saracen Bay.
Ways to get around Koh Rong Samloem
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Ferry from Sihanoukville | About $12–20 | About 60–90 min to Saracen Bay; check the last boat |
| Boat transfers | About $5–15 | Between beaches and Koh Rong; weather dependent |
| Walking trails | Free | Saracen Bay to Lazy Beach about 1 h through jungle |
Taxis in Koh Rong Samloem
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No cars or ride apps. Walk or book a boat through your resort; weather can delay ferries.
Arriving in Koh Rong Samloem
Via Sihanoukville (KOS)
Fly into Sihanoukville 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 Samloem?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No cars or ride apps. Walk or book a boat through your resort; weather can delay ferries.
What's the best way to get around Koh Rong Samloem?
Walk between beaches or take a boat; there are no cars or ride apps. Ferries run from Sihanoukville to Saracen Bay.
How do I get from the airport to Koh Rong Samloem?
Fly into Sihanoukville or bus from Phnom Penh (4–5 h, about $8–15), then tuk-tuk to the pier and ferry.
Is Koh Rong Samloem walkable?
Walkable center.
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