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Siem Reap
↳ Pattayaby bus.

Bus services from Siem Reap to Pattaya are listed on 12Go, where you can compare operators, departure times and prices for your date. The road distance is about 429 km. By car that is roughly 5 h 15 min without stops; buses usually take longer once pickups and rest breaks are included.

Check the border first. Land crossings between Thailand and Cambodia were suspended during the 2025 border dispute. Confirm the crossing is open and that this service is running before you book.

429 km by road~5 h 15 min by carBorder crossing
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THE SHORT VERSION

Siem Reap to Pattaya at a glance.

From
Siem Reap សៀមរាប
To
Pattaya พัทยา
Road distance
About 429 km
Straight line
325 km
Car time, no stops
~5 h 15 min buses take longer
Return route
Not listed as direct
Border
Cambodia → Thailand. Passport and visa needed

THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Right place. Right bus. Better start.

1

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.
2

Arriving in Pattaya

Songthaews (baht buses) run from the bus station into town. Agree the fare first.

  • North Pattaya Road bus station
    Direct buses to Bangkok's Ekkamai, Mo Chit and Southern terminals.
  • Company offices and minivan stops
    Other destinations, including Suvarnabhumi Airport and the east coast.
Pattaya
Pattaya. Photo: Sergey S. Dukachev, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
3

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.

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Good to know in Pattaya
  • Buses to Bangkok fill up at peak times. Buy tickets at the station.

KEEP GOING

From Pattaya, the road continues.

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GOOD QUESTIONS

Before you take your seat.

How far is Siem Reap from Pattaya by road?+

About 429 km by road (325 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.

How long does the bus from Siem Reap to Pattaya 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 Pattaya to Siem Reap?+

12Go's public route list doesn't include Pattaya to Siem Reap as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.

Where does the bus from Siem Reap arrive in Pattaya?+

It depends on the operator. In Pattaya, services use North Pattaya Road bus station, Company offices and minivan stops. Songthaews (baht buses) run from the bus station into town. Agree the fare first.

How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Pattaya?+

Songthaews (baht buses) run from the bus station into town. Agree the fare first.

What kind of bus runs from Siem Reap to Pattaya?+

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 Siem Reap to Pattaya 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 Pattaya by bus?+

Direct buses from Pattaya include Ban Phe, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), Phuket Town, Bangkok, Don Mueang Airport (DMK) and more. See all connections on our Pattaya 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 Siem Reap to Pattaya?+

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.

12Go: Siem Reap to Pattaya bus route listing ↗Wikivoyage: Siem Reap (Get in) ↗Wikivoyage: Pattaya (Get in) ↗How BusConnects uses sources →