City in Preah Sihanouk, Cambodia
Getting around Sihanoukville
How to get around Sihanoukville
Tuk-tuks and motorbike taxis cover beaches and the ferry pier; ride apps help at night. Buses run to Phnom Penh and Kampot; boats serve the islands.
Ways to get around Sihanoukville
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Tuk-tuk | About $2–6 | Agree the fare first; shared rides to Otres are cheaper |
| Bus to Phnom Penh | About $7–12 | About 4–5 h; Giant Ibis and local lines |
| Ferry to Koh Rong | About $12–20 | Fast boats from Serendipity pier, 45–90 min |
Ride-hailing apps in Sihanoukville
A 5 km ride costs about $3–6 ($3–6).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Grab | Cars and tuk-tuks; fewer drivers than Phnom Penh |
- Street tuk-tuks inflate prices at night; use an app or agree the fare first. Taxis are few and rarely metered.
Arriving in Sihanoukville
Sihanoukville International (KOS)
Small airport 15–20 km from the beaches with limited flights; tuk-tuk or taxi about $10–20, 30 min. Most people arrive by bus from Phnom Penh.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Scooters rent for about $8–15 a day; traffic and heavy trucks make riding risky and police check licences.
- 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 Sihanoukville?
No. Use Grab instead.
What's the best way to get around Sihanoukville?
Tuk-tuks and motorbike taxis cover beaches and the ferry pier; ride apps help at night. Buses run to Phnom Penh and Kampot; boats serve the islands.
How do I get from the airport to Sihanoukville?
Small airport 15–20 km from the beaches with limited flights; tuk-tuk or taxi about $10–20, 30 min. Most people arrive by bus from Phnom Penh.
Is Sihanoukville walkable?
You'll need transport.
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Sources
- Giant Ibis Transport (intercity buses)
- Cambodia Ministry of Tourism
- Cambodia Airports
- UK FCDO travel advice: Cambodia
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