From Chau Doc
Ferry tickets: From Chau Doc
Ferry from Chau Doc departs daily at 07:00 from Chau Doc Port, located at Victoria Chau Doc Hotel pier at 1 Le Loi Street, Chau Doc Ward, An Giang Province. Victoria Speedboat and Hang Chau Express run the international river connection, carrying passengers along the Mekong River to Phnom Penh in Cambodia aboard high-speed passenger craft. The 200 km voyage takes about 5 hours with Victoria Speedboat and about 6 hours 30 minutes with Hang Chau Express, which includes roughly 2 hours for international border clearance at Song Tien and Kaam Somnor. Adult one-way fares cost 1,640,000 VND. Last verified 12/10/2026.
Ferry Routes from Chau Doc
One international river route connects Chau Doc with Cambodia along the Mekong River, and two operators sail it every day.
| Route | Operator | Arrival Port | Crossing Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chau Doc to Phnom Penh | Victoria Speedboat | Central Phnom Penh | About 5 hours |
| Chau Doc to Phnom Penh | Hang Chau Express | International Floating Port, Phnom Penh | ~6h30 |
The 200 km journey follows the Hau River and Mekong River to Phnom Penh. Hang Chau Express docks at the International Floating Port on Sisowath Quay and takes about 6 hours 30 minutes, combining 4 hours of cruising with 2 hours for border clearance. Victoria Speedboat takes about 5 hours to central Phnom Penh.
Victoria Speedboat and Hang Chau Express each run one departure daily from Chau Doc at 07:00. The Hang Chau Express boat arrives in Phnom Penh at 13:30. The return services leave Phnom Penh daily at 13:30 with Victoria Speedboat and at 12:30 with Hang Chau Express, which docks in Chau Doc at 18:30. Victoria Speedboat tickets include an English-speaking host, mineral water, a cold towel, a beer or soft drink, seasonal fruit and cakes, and the boat has a restroom. Hang Chau Express public departures are shared speedboats with a restroom, free Wi-Fi, and an open stern deck, and tickets include pastries, fruit, bottled water, and a guide. Hang Chau Express private charters use boats that seat 22, 32, 38, or 60 passengers, and Victoria Speedboat private charters cost 4,590,000 VND per guest in 2026 and 5,279,000 VND per guest in 2027, with a minimum of 7 guests. Review full timetable details on the Chau Doc to Phnom Penh ferry page.
Chau Doc Ferry Terminal Address and Location
Chau Doc Port departures board at Victoria Chau Doc Hotel pier, located at 1 Le Loi Street, Chau Doc Ward, An Giang Province, at coordinates 10.7079512, 105.1244529. The pier belongs to Victoria Chau Doc Hotel and serves both Victoria Speedboat and Hang Chau Express.
Chau Doc is a border city in An Giang Province, positioned along the Hau River near Cambodia. The passenger boarding pontoon sits directly behind the hotel grounds on the riverbank.
Hang Chau Express also maintains an administrative office at 8 Le Lai Street, Chau Doc Ward. This office does not have a passenger dock. Travelers and taxi drivers must head directly to Victoria Chau Doc Hotel at 1 Le Loi Street for vessel boarding.
Getting to Chau Doc Ferry Terminal
Victoria Chau Doc Hotel is a recognizable riverside landmark in Chau Doc Ward, making the departure pier easy to reach.
Travelers staying in central Chau Doc should direct their driver to Victoria Chau Doc Hotel at 1 Le Loi Street rather than the carrier office on Le Lai Street.
Passengers arriving by coach should take a taxi directly to 1 Le Loi Street.
Check-in at Chau Doc Ferry Terminal
Passengers departing from Chau Doc Port must arrive at Victoria Chau Doc Hotel pier at least 30 minutes before the 07:00 departure to allow time for ticket checks, baggage handling, and boarding.
Every traveler must present an original passport. Children carry an official birth certificate alongside their passport.
The boat completes Vietnamese exit clearance at Song Tien or Vinh Xuong before proceeding to Kaam Somnor for Cambodian entry clearance, taking about 2 hours in total. A guide accompanies passengers on the boat to assist with travel documents and border paperwork.
Foreign travelers entering Cambodia can obtain a visa on arrival at Kaam Somnor for USD 37 including processing fees. The boat crew distributes application forms during the cruise, with no physical photos needed.
Cambodian e-Visa is not accepted at Kaam Somnor or Song Tien river checkpoints. Passengers must hold an embassy visa before travel or purchase the visa on arrival on the boat. Return travelers to Chau Doc must hold an approved Vietnam e-Visa in advance and keep a printed physical copy in their passport.
Tickets cost 1,640,000 VND for adults and 820,000 VND for children aged 4 to 7 on both operators, while children under 3 travel free. Tickets from Phnom Penh cost 1,580,000 VND for adults and 790,000 VND for children. On Hang Chau Express, standard bicycles travel on deck for 820,000 VND (50% of adult fare), and motorbikes and automobiles are not carried. Cancel at least 7 days before departure to get a refund, through your Ferry VN account. Closer to departure, a ticket can only move to another date.
Terminal Facilities and Parking
Chau Doc Port operates as a river pontoon terminal at the waterfront of Victoria Chau Doc Hotel on the Hau River.
The pier has no public parking or overnight vehicle storage. Visitors arriving by vehicle should arrange parking with their hotel before heading to 1 Le Loi Street.
Book Ferry Tickets from Chau Doc
Reserve your seat on the international river connection from Chau Doc to Cambodia through Ferry VN, offering instant confirmation and secure card payment.
To book, visit the Chau Doc to Phnom Penh ferry product page, choose your travel date, and complete your reservation to receive an electronic ticket.
Present your digital confirmation on your mobile device along with your original passport when boarding at Chau Doc Port. For arrival port details, city transfers, and onward connections in Cambodia, see the Phnom Penh guide.
Browse southern waterways in the ferry ticket catalog. Ferry VN customer support is available daily on +84 924 299 898.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the ferry boarding point in Chau Doc? Board at Chau Doc Port at Victoria Chau Doc Hotel pier, 1 Le Loi Street, Chau Doc Ward, An Giang Province. The carrier office at 8 Le Lai Street does not serve as a departure dock.
What time does the ferry from Chau Doc depart? Victoria Speedboat and Hang Chau Express both depart Chau Doc Port at 07:00 every morning. Hang Chau Express arrives at the International Floating Port in Phnom Penh at 13:30, and Victoria Speedboat arrives in central Phnom Penh after about 5 hours.
How long does the river ferry journey take? The 200 km trip takes about 5 hours with Victoria Speedboat and about 6 hours 30 minutes with Hang Chau Express along the Mekong River, including roughly 2 hours for border checks at Song Tien and Kaam Somnor on Hang Chau Express.
Can I use a Cambodian e-Visa on the ferry from Chau Doc? No, Kaam Somnor does not accept Cambodian e-Visa. Eligible travelers can purchase a Cambodian visa on arrival on the boat for USD 37, which includes express processing fees.
How early should I arrive at Chau Doc Port before departure? Travelers must arrive at Victoria Chau Doc Hotel pier at least 30 minutes before the 07:00 departure with an original passport and valid travel documents.
Can I bring a bicycle on the ferry from Chau Doc? Yes, Hang Chau Express carries standard bicycles for 820,000 VND (50% of adult fare). Motorbikes and automobiles are not carried on these river speedboats.
