THE SHORT VERSION
Poipet to Bangkok at a glance.
- From
- Poipet ប៉ោយប៉ែត
- To
- Bangkok กรุงเทพมหานคร
- Road distance
- About 277 km
- Straight line
- 225 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~3 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Bangkok to Poipet →
- Border
- Cambodia → Thailand. Passport and visa needed
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Poipet
Poipet is the Cambodian town at the main land crossing with Thailand, opposite Aranyaprathet. Buses link it with Siem Reap and Battambang. Crossings with Thailand were suspended during the 2025 border dispute, so check the current status first.
- Tourist passenger terminal
Official terminal for tourist buses towards Siem Reap and beyond. - Company offices on the main street
Non-tourist buses to Siem Reap and Battambang.
Arriving in Bangkok
Bangkok traffic is heavy. Allow plenty of time between your bus and any flight or train.
- Mo Chit (Northern) Bus Terminal
Routes to the north and north-east, and many international buses. - Ekkamai (Eastern) Bus Terminal
Routes to the east coast, such as Pattaya and Trat. - Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai)
Routes to the south and west.
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.
- Check which terminal your ticket uses: they're far apart.
- Land crossings into Cambodia were suspended during the 2025 border dispute. Check the current status before booking.
KEEP GOING
From Bangkok, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Bangkok
More buses from Poipet
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Poipet from Bangkok by road?+
About 277 km by road (225 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Poipet to Bangkok take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 3 h 15 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 Poipet?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Poipet include Tourist passenger terminal, Company offices on the main street, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Bangkok to Poipet?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Bangkok to Poipet guide.
Where does the bus from Poipet arrive in Bangkok?+
It depends on the operator. In Bangkok, services use Mo Chit (Northern) Bus Terminal, Ekkamai (Eastern) Bus Terminal, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai). Bangkok traffic is heavy. Allow plenty of time between your bus and any flight or train.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Bangkok?+
Bangkok traffic is heavy. Allow plenty of time between your bus and any flight or train.
What kind of bus runs from Poipet to Bangkok?+
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 Poipet to Bangkok 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 Bangkok by bus?+
Direct buses from Bangkok include Phuket Town, Don Mueang Airport (DMK), Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), Ayutthaya, Kanchanaburi and more. See all connections on our Bangkok bus page.
Is the border between Cambodia and Thailand open?+
Land crossings between Thailand and Cambodia were suspended during the 2025 border dispute. Check the current status with official sources and confirm with the bus operator that the service is running before you book.
Do I need a visa to take the bus from Poipet to Bangkok?+
This journey crosses from Cambodia into Thailand. Check the current entry and visa rules for your nationality before you travel, and keep your passport with you on the bus.
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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