Koh Ker Getting there & around

Getting there & away

Koh Ker is 127km northeast of Siem Reap (2½ hours by car) and 72km west of Tbeng Meanchey (two hours). There are plans to pave the toll road from Dam Dek to Koh Ker, which passes by Beng Mealea, 61km southwest of Koh Ker; one-day bus excursions from Siem Reap often visit both temple complexes. Admission fees are paid at a brand new toll plaza 7km south of Prasat Krahom.

From Siem Reap, hiring a private car for a day trip to Koh Ker costs US$60 to US$70. It's a long way by moto (US$15 to US$20) but travelling this way is possible if you've got a hardy behind and steely nerves.

From Tbeng Meanchey, a private taxi costs US$70 return, a moto US$10. There may be occasional pickups from Tbeng Meanchey to Kulen, 40km to the west, though to get from there to Srayong, 23km further west, locals tend to use motorbikes. A minibus from Tbeng Meanchey to Srayong may be in the works.