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Just take the bus, any guesthouse in Seam Reap will be more then happy to sell you tickets...just look around and see what the best price is....Just make sure you are on time at the pick up point, you wouldn't be the first one to sit on a plastic seat in the ail of the bus

Boat is indeed an option as well, but takes quit long if I am not mistaken (someone else will provide you this info

The bus ride is about 6 hours all up, including a 1/2 hour stop along the way at a town where you can grab a bite to eat, use the bathroom, etc.

I think the buses are fine and comfortable. I've done the trip 3 times now and have never seen them so overcrowded that people were sitting in the aisles. Bring some earplugs though to block out the extra-loud DVD's that will be playing. Cost was round $7-8 for a VIP bus 2 years ago, and that normally includes a pickup from your hotel/guesthouse.

I've always enjoyed the trip for the reasons that exacto says - it's an opportunity to enjoy the scenery and rural countryside.

Hi - would anyone recommend maybe hiring bikes (dirt bikes/motor bikes - is this even possible to do?) and riding between Siem Reap and Phnom Penh

I don't see why you couldn't do it. The road is good enough and not too busy apart from a few places.

Only problem is getting the motorbikes back. If you intend to go back to SR you just rent for as many days as you wish and drive back. As far as I know there is no company that allows you to drop the bike in Phnom Penh. Even if the rental shop has family in PP, where you could drop the bikes, there would still be costs involved with getting the bikes back to SR.

Obviously take care with all the usual stuff concerning safe motorbiking in SE Asia.

Surely the bus is easier, cheaper and safer but that's not always the point of travelling isn't it?

I think there is much to be said for driving yourself. The road is scenic and in some parts really worthwhile to stop for a break and take it all in. A much better experience than watching from behind a window in the bus. But as you said it's personal.

Safety is obviously a concern but if you are sensible it shouldn't be a big risk. There are some excellent bike threads on this site as well and well worth reading if you consider this.

Take the Mekong express from SR to PP. They have trips at 6.30 and 7.30,the buses are comfortable and a hostess rides along to look after passengers. The fare is $11 (as of Oct 2011) and includes a bottle of water and a snack.The trip takes 6 hours and there is a 30 minute stop...avoid Paramount,its cheaper but you get what you pay for!

Hi Aaron, Actually for booking the flight domestic in Cambodia, you can go to the travel agency. I would recommend the one that me and my friend have bought last time hmmmm.. their name is La Route sth but you can check their website : www.laroute-angkor.com.
They can arrange for you with the good price ( cos we have check with the other agency too but the price here is cheaper and fast )

And if you go by bus or boat it take a long journey ( 5 to 6 hours ) but you can enjoy the view along the road Anyhow I would recommend you to consider the bus ticket if you want sth budget but if you have alot of person better try with van rental. For the bus ticket price is around 14 USD / Person, Phnom Penh - Siem reap. You can find the ticket at the agency that i recommend to you as well cos they also supply the bus ticket and boat ticket though. Have a very nice trip or I have their email if you want : rya@laroute-angkor.com

I cannot seem to find info on the boat from SR to PP. Lots of posts on the net about PP to SR....any info on this in mid July? Thanx........