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Siem Reap-Angkor International Airport (SAI) → Poipet border crossing transfer

The private ride from Siem Reap-Angkor International Airport to the Poipet border crossing is 196 km and usually takes 226–283 minutes. A car for up to three passengers typically costs around €90–125 and a minivan for up to seven around €125–165; the exact price is shown before you book.

From
Siem Reap-Angkor International Airport (SAI)
To
Poipet border crossing
Distance
196 km
Typical drive
226–283 min

The transfer ends on the Cambodian side of the land border with Thailand. From there you cross on foot through both immigration posts to Aranyaprathet.

Who takes this route

Mostly travellers heading overland to Bangkok or eastern Thailand after landing in Siem Reap, and people who flew in for business in the border region. The drive follows National Road 6 west across the plains to Sisophon, then continues west on National Road 5 to Poipet, a busy town known for its markets, trade traffic and casinos near the checkpoint.

Trucks are common on this corridor, so expect steady rather than fast progress.

How the border handover works

  1. Arrival near the checkpoint

    The driver stops at the closest accessible point to the Cambodian departure building. Vehicles do not cross with you.

  2. Cambodian exit formalities

    You walk in with your passport and luggage and get the exit stamp.

  3. Thai entry

    You cross the short no-man's-land on foot and complete entry at the Thai post in Aranyaprathet.

  4. Onward travel in Thailand

    Arrange your onward ride separately; buses, trains and private cars run from Aranyaprathet towards Bangkok.

Timing the drive

Border posts keep fixed opening hours, and queues are often longer late in the day. A morning landing at SAI gives you comfortable time to cross in daylight. If your flight arrives in the evening, consider a night in Siem Reap and a morning departure.

Travelling the other way, from Poipet to SAI for a flight, book the pickup around seven and a half hours before departure and allow extra time for crossing into Cambodia first.

Frequently asked questions

Does the car go across the border into Thailand?

No. The transfer finishes on the Cambodian side at Poipet. You cross on foot and continue with separate transport in Thailand.

How long is the drive from SAI airport to Poipet?

Typically about 3 hours 45 minutes to 4 hours 45 minutes for the 196 km. Traffic in Poipet near the checkpoint can add time.

Can I be picked up at Poipet for a flight from SAI?

Yes, the transfer works in both directions. Allow for the border crossing before the pickup time and plan the pickup roughly seven and a half hours before your flight.

Do I need cash for the border?

Keep a little local currency or US dollars for food and small purchases. Any official fees depend on your nationality and are not part of the transfer.

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