The Ultimate Budget Transport Guide to Koh Rong & Koh Rong Sanloem

Discover Cambodia's hidden island gems with their stunning turquoise waters and powdery white sand beaches! Here's the most affordable way to reach these paradise islands from Sihanoukville. Two-Stage Journey: 1️⃣ From Phnom Penh/Siem Reap → Sihanoukville 2️⃣ From Sihanoukville → Koh Rong/Koh Rong Sanloem (by speedboat) 1. Getting to Sihanoukville ✈️ By Plane (Fast but Expensive) Phnom Penh/Siem Reap → Sihanoukville: $100-$200 (1h) Other cities may require transfers 🚌 By Bus (Budget-Friendly!) ✅ Best App: "12Go" (compare prices) ✅ Cheapest Option: CMR Bus ($9.5 for overnight sleeper bus) ✅ Pro Tip: Buy tickets OFFLINE at bus agencies (can bargain $1 off!) 📍 Phnom Penh → Sihanoukville Price: $10-$25 | Duration: 5h (express buses take ~3h) Bus Schedule: 6:30 AM - 12:30 AM Where to Buy? Near "Good Luck Agency" (I bought mine at the shop on its right) 📍 Siem Reap → Sihanoukville Price: $16-$28 | Duration: 12h Overnight buses save on accommodation! 📍 Sihanoukville → Siem Reap Price: $12.5 (CMR) | Duration: 12h 2. Sihanoukville → Koh Rong / Koh Rong Sanloem 🚤 Speedboat (Best Option!) Round-trip: $25 (open-ended, hop on/off at 4 different piers) One-way: $15 (~1h) Pro Tip: Buy a round-trip ticket + add a separate one-way ticket between islands for island hopping! ⛴️ Slow Boat (Cheap but Long) One-way: $5 Cons: Limited schedule + stops for cargo (takes much longer) Best for: Sunset rides between Koh Rong & Koh Rong Sanloem 💡 Travel Tips: Cash is king! ATMs are rare on the islands. Next Guide: Where to stay & what to do on the islands! #CambodiaTravel #KohRong #KohRongSanloem #BudgetTravel #Sihanoukville #IslandHopping