THE SHORT VERSION
Kep to Sihanoukville at a glance.
- From
- Kep កែប
- To
- Sihanoukville ក្រុងព្រះសីហនុ
- Road distance
- About 123 km
- Straight line
- 85 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~1 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Sihanoukville to Kep →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Kep
Kep is a small seaside town on Cambodia's south coast, known for its crab market. Buses run from Phnom Penh, and minibuses link it with Kampot and Sihanoukville.
- Kep town stops
Buses stop in town; Kampot is about half an hour away.
Arriving in Sihanoukville
Ask where your bus ends, then use a tuk-tuk or ride-hail to your hotel or the ferry pier.
- Company offices and bus stations
Arrival points vary by operator.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Island ferries leave from the pier in town. Allow time between your bus and the boat.
KEEP GOING
From Sihanoukville, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Sihanoukville
More buses from Kep
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Kep from Sihanoukville by road?+
About 123 km by road (85 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Kep to Sihanoukville take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 1 h 45 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Kep?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Kep include Kep town stops, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Sihanoukville to Kep?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Sihanoukville to Kep guide.
Where does the bus from Kep arrive in Sihanoukville?+
It depends on the operator. In Sihanoukville, services use Company offices and bus stations. Ask where your bus ends, then use a tuk-tuk or ride-hail to your hotel or the ferry pier.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Sihanoukville?+
Ask where your bus ends, then use a tuk-tuk or ride-hail to your hotel or the ferry pier.
What kind of bus runs from Kep to Sihanoukville?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Kep to Sihanoukville bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Sihanoukville by bus?+
Direct buses from Sihanoukville include Kampot, Ha Tien, Phnom Penh, Chau Doc, Koh Kong and more. See all connections on our Sihanoukville bus page.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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