Bangkok to Siem Reap: Road Trip Guide & Distance

226.1 miles 363.9 km · straight line
261.2 miles actual route 420.3 km · driving distance
5h 4min estimated drive time
THB 1038 - THB 1278 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
96° E bearing direction

How far is Bangkok from Siem Reap?

The distance from Bangkok to Siem Reap is 226.1 miles (363.9 km) as the crow flies. Siem Reap is located E of Bangkok. By car, the driving distance is approximately 261.2 miles, taking about 5h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Bangkok is in Thailand, while Siem Reap is in Cambodia.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bangkok and Siem Reap. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Bangkok to Siem Reap

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 4min THB 1038 - THB 1278 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 5min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~4h 49min $31–$91* Comfort

Quick Facts

Bangkok
13.76°N, 100.50°E
Asia/Bangkok
2m elevation
Siem Reap
13.37°N, 103.84°E
Asia/Phnom_Penh
14m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 110.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM