Transport in Siem Reap

Siem Reap is about 311 kilometers north of Phnom Penh and only 152 kilometers from the Thai border. You must excite about one of the Seven Wonders of the World - Angkor Wat and Tonlé Sap Lake. But how can you get there or get around Siem Reap? First, you should learn about transportation in Siem Reap.

Getting there Siem Reap

►Airplane

Siem Reap International Airport is located in the northwest of Siem Reap of Cambodia and 7 km away from the city centre. As the airport is only 5 kilometers away from the world-famous Angkor Wat, it is an important tourist gateway for Cambodia and the second largest airport in Cambodia. This airport is second only to the capital Phnom Penh International Airport. The airport has direct flights to Bangkok, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Ho Chi Minh City, Taipei, Guangzhou, Chengdu and other places.

There are motorcycles, tuktuk and taxis at the exit of the hall for passengers to choose from. From the airport to Siem Reap, the taxi is about $8, the tuktuk is about $6, and the motorcycle is about $2.

Internet site: http://www.cambodia-airports.com

►Automobile

The bus route between Siem Reap and other regions and cities is operated by a number of car companies, which are usually parked at a long-distance bus station 3 km away from east of the city centre, where buses to Phnom Penh, Poipet, Battambang are also available.

As the station is far from the city center, it is not recommended for visitors to go to buy the ticket. Tickets can be booked at the travel agency in the tourist area or at the hotel reception. The fare usually includes a transfer to the bus station, which saves time, effort and money.

The main car companies are GST, Capitol Tours, Phnom Penh Sorya and Mekong Express. Every day in Siem Reap, there are many companies going to Poibe (at least $4, 3 hours), Phnom Penh (at least $5.5, about 7 hours), Sihanouk (at least $12, about 13 hours, most passengers change the car in Phnom Penh, there are direct trains from time to time), Battambang (at least $4, about 3 hours).

►Steamship

Siem Reap Water Terminal is located in Chong Kneas near Rongsi Temple, about 10 kilometers from the city. Please book a hotel to pick up the station. The ticket to Phnom Penh is about 35 dollars, which takes 5-6 hours. It is obviously more expensive than land transportation, and it takes a long time and the price is higher.

But if you have enough time and want to enjoy the scenery along the largest natural lake - Tonlé Sap Lake in Cambodia, you can choose this type of travel. There are large ships during the wet season from June to November, and the ride is comfortable. The water level in the dry season is low, and only the boat is operated, and the journey may be painful.

In addition, the specific shipping time and fare are best consulted in advance with the booking travel agency or the hotel front desk. The ticket price and departure time vary from season to season.

Getting around Siem Reap

►Tuktuk

The trailer is hung behind the motorcycle, which is Remorque-Moto. This is a short-distance public bus in Cambodia. These two cars can be used for people and can carry goods. They are common in the countryside, but they are rare in the city. This type of car can take up to 4 people, and the price is usually around $2 when you are get around the city.

You can also take tuktuk in the internal circle and outer circle of Angkor Wat. The general price is about 14 dollars. The tuktuk tour price of outer circle of Angkor Wat is about 40 dollars, but it is generally not recommended to take a tuktuk. On the one hand, the outer circle is far away, the road is dusty, and on the other hand, all the scenic spots cannot be completed at the speed of toot.

►Taxi

If you are travelling by family or team, it is the most economical and comfortable choice to pack a taxi. You can choose a car or van. A van can even hold 12 people. Rent a car to visit Angkor Wat, the price of internal circle of Angkor Wat is about $25, and the price of outer circle of Angkor Wat is about $65. Rent a van to visit Angkor Wat, the price of internal circle of Angkor Wat is about $35, and the price of outer circle of Angkor Wat is about $75.

►Bicycle

Motorcycles are not allowed to be rented to foreigners in and around Siem Reap. Bicycles are becoming more popular and can be rented from hotels and shops in the city for $1-$2 /day. This may be the best way to explore nearby temples.