THE SHORT VERSION
Siem Reap to Kratie at a glance.
- From
- Siem Reap សៀមរាប
- To
- Kratie ក្រចេះ
- Road distance
- About 355 km
- Straight line
- 250 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~5 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Kratie to Siem Reap →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Siem Reap
Siem Reap is Cambodia's gateway to the Angkor temples. Many companies run buses to Phnom Penh, and longer-distance and cross-border services go further, including towards Vietnam.
- Siem Reap bus station and company offices
Many buses use an out-of-town station east of the centre; some companies use their own offices.
Arriving in Kratie
The town is small and most guesthouses are near the river.
- Kratie bus station
North-west part of town. Services to Phnom Penh, Stung Treng and the north-east.
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.
- Book through-tickets to the Lao 4,000 Islands rather than paying for each leg at the border.
KEEP GOING
From Kratie, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Kratie
More buses from Siem Reap
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Siem Reap from Kratie by road?+
About 355 km by road (250 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Siem Reap to Kratie take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 5 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 Siem Reap?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Siem Reap include Siem Reap bus station and company offices, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Kratie to Siem Reap?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Kratie to Siem Reap guide.
Where does the bus from Siem Reap arrive in Kratie?+
It depends on the operator. In Kratie, services use Kratie bus station. The town is small and most guesthouses are near the river.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Kratie?+
The town is small and most guesthouses are near the river.
What kind of vehicle runs from Siem Reap to Kratie?+
12Go lists minivan (shared van) services on this route rather than full-size buses. Vans are usually quicker but have less luggage space, so check the luggage allowance for your departure before you book.
Can I book the Siem Reap to Kratie 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 Kratie by bus?+
Direct buses from Kratie include Stung Treng, Kampong Cham, Phnom Penh, Pakse. See all connections on our Kratie bus page.
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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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