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How to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap
The fastest way from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap is a direct flight of about 1 h 10. Overland, buses go via Phnom Penh, crossing the border at Moc Bai/Bavet, and take about 12 to 14 hours including a change.
Best option: Flight. A direct flight saves a long day on the road and a border crossing by bus.
All the ways to make the trip
| How | Time | How often | Price* | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| flight Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Siem Reap Angkor International (SAI), with Vietnam Airlines and others | about 1 h 10 | about 1–3 flights a day | about US$80–250 | Siem Reap airport is about 50 km from town; allow about 1 hour for the transfer. |
| bus Bus Ho Chi Minh City–Phnom Penh, then bus Phnom Penh–Siem Reap (companies such as Giant Ibis) | about 12–14 h including the change | several a day on each leg | about US$30–50 total | Border crossing at Moc Bai/Bavet; check Cambodian visa rules. |
*Approximate prices and times for 2026. Timetables change by season: check with the operator before you travel.
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Tips
- Apply for the Cambodian e-visa in advance or check visa-on-arrival rules.
- Breaking the bus trip in Phnom Penh makes it easier.
- Book flights early in the December–February high season.
- Arrange your airport transfer from SAI, as it is far from town.
Common questions
Is there a direct flight?
Yes, direct flights link Ho Chi Minh City and Siem Reap, taking about 1 h 10. Vietnam Airlines and others operate the route. The new Siem Reap Angkor International Airport is about 50 km from town, so allow time for the transfer.
Can I go by bus?
Yes, but it is long. Buses go from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh, crossing the border at Moc Bai/Bavet, and then on to Siem Reap. Total travel is about 12 to 14 hours. Many people stop a night in Phnom Penh.
Do I need a visa for Cambodia?
Most nationalities need a visa. Many can apply for an e-visa online or get a visa on arrival at airports and main land borders. Check current requirements before you travel, as rules change. Carry passport photos and US dollars if you plan to use visa on arrival.
What is the cheapest way?
The bus is cheaper, at about US$30 to $50 total. Flights can be inexpensive if booked early, and they save a full day of travel. If you take the bus, a night in Phnom Penh breaks up the trip and gives you time to see the capital before continuing to Siem Reap.
Compiled by TonyPlan from operator and transport information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.