Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap: Road Trip Guide & Distance

257.5 miles 414.4 km · straight line
285.7 miles actual route 459.8 km · driving distance
6h 8min estimated drive time
VND 717288 - VND 882816 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
313° NW bearing direction

How far is Ho Chi Minh City from Siem Reap?

The distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap is 257.5 miles (414.4 km) as the crow flies. Siem Reap is located NW of Ho Chi Minh City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 285.7 miles, taking about 6h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Ho Chi Minh City is in Vietnam, 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Ho Chi Minh City 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 Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 8min VND 717288 - VND 882816 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 22min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 50min $34–$100* Comfort

Quick Facts

Ho Chi Minh City
10.82°N, 106.63°E
Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh
19m 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 86 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 96.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM