Best option from Bangkok to Siem Reap: Flight — both the fastest and the cheapest, about 1h, from €80. Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on October 13, 2026): Thai AirAsia, Emirates, Bangkok Airways; main departure point: Suvarnabhumi Airport.
Land border closed: that is why we recommend the plane
The land crossings between Thailand and Cambodia have been suspended since June 2025 (UK Foreign Office travel advice, checked on 8 October 2026). There is currently no direct bus, minivan or boat between Bangkok and Siem Reap: that is why this page recommends the plane. On 12Go, 25 flights were listed for a departure on 24 October 2026, from €87. The only bus listed on 12Go that day was scheduled for about 49 hours.
There are 2 ways to get from Bangkok to Siem Reap
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Companies selling this route on 12Go
Offers listed on 12Go on October 13, 2026 for a departure on November 3, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.
| Company | Mode | Departs from | From | Offers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transport Co | Bus | Mochit | €105 | 1 |
| Angkor Guide Adventure | Van / transfer | €406 | 1 | |
| Thai Airways | Flight | Suvarnabhumi Airport | €118 | 3 |
| Cambodia Airways | Flight | Suvarnabhumi Airport | €123 | 1 |
| Emirates | Flight | Suvarnabhumi Airport | €124 | 4 |
| Bangkok Airways | Flight | Suvarnabhumi Airport | €137 | 4 |
| Thai AirAsia | Flight | Don Mueang Airport | €157 | 6 |
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Practical tips
The situation can change. Before planning an overland trip between Thailand and Cambodia, check your government's travel advice and the official e-Visa website, evisa.gov.kh.
Many travel blogs still describe buses between Bangkok and Cambodia via Poipet or Koh Kong. That information dates from before June 2025.
Cambodia's land borders with Vietnam (Bavet) and Laos (Tropaeng Kreal) were open and accepted the Cambodian e-Visa in October 2026.
The journey experience
Until June 2025, this trip could be made overland. Since then, the land crossings between Thailand and Cambodia have been suspended, and the UK Foreign Office advises against all but essential travel within 20 km of the border (checked on 8 October 2026).
Today, the practical way to travel from Bangkok to Siem Reap is by plane: 25 flights were listed on 12Go for a departure on 24 October 2026, from €87 (with typical fares up to €89). The only bus listed on 12Go that day was scheduled for about 49 hours.
If you read about a direct bus on an older blog or forum, that information is out of date.
Frequently asked questions — Bangkok → Siem Reap
Not at the moment. The land border between Thailand and Cambodia has been closed since June 2025, and the UK Foreign Office says the crossings continue to be suspended (checked on 8 October 2026). On 12Go, only flights could be booked for this trip.
By plane: 25 flights were listed on 12Go for a departure on 24 October 2026, from €80 (typical fare up to €89), with about 1h–1h05 on the fastest flights. The only bus listed on 12Go that day was scheduled for about 49 hours.
We do not know. Before travelling, check your government's latest travel advice and the official Cambodian e-Visa website (evisa.gov.kh), which lists the Poipet and Cham Yeam checkpoints as temporarily closed for e-Visa entry.
Why visit Siem Reap?
- ✓ Explore the majestic Angkor Wat complex, a masterpiece of Khmer architecture.
- ✓ Discover the Bayon temple and its enigmatic smiling faces at Angkor Thom.
- ✓ Stroll through the bustling night markets and sample local street food.
- ✓ Attend a traditional Apsara dance performance for a cultural immersion.
- ✓ Visit Banteay Srei, the 'temple of women,' renowned for its delicate carvings.
When to visit Siem Reap?
TROPICAL SAVANNA CLIMATE
November to February — dry season with cooler temperatures, ideal for sightseeing.
What to do in Siem Reap?
Local experiences, must-see sights and activities selected for you
How long to visit Siem Reap?
For an independent traveler, 3 to 5 days is ideal. This allows ample time to explore Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, and surrounding temples without rushing. With more time, consider a cooking class or a visit to a floating village.
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