Phnom Penh to Champassak

Phnom Penh to Champassak

Phnom Penh
Champassak
Wed, May 15
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$26
 
 
$51

Other Options

Phnom Penh to Champassak Schedule

Phnom Penh to Champassak Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Asia Van Transfer Regional 14pax 04:30 - 16:30$ 44
Sarah Transport Shared van 6 pax 07:00 - 17:30$ 36.90

Transportation from Phnom Penh to Champassak

  • Buses
    $ 26
  • Vans
    $ 42
  • Trains are not available
  • Ferries are not available
  • Flights are not available
  • Taxis are not available

Facts about the transport from Phnom Penh to Champassak

Cheapest Transport$26
Fastest Transport8h
Earliest Departure4:30 AM
Latest Departure8:00 AM
Departures per day6
Distance400 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAsia Van Transfer, Sarah Transport, SRL Transport

Phnom Penh to Champassak Destination Reviews

JS
We had a really good experience. The whole trip was well planned by the company and it was easy to transfer from one van to another. We also had 2 meal breaks which one of them was in the office where the people were really helpful for crossing the boarder. Good company to travel with!
Van Regional 14pax, Asia Van Transfer (AVT), May 4, 2024
V
The trip from Phnom Penh to Don Det is long, but the logistics of pick up, vehicle changes during the trip and even the river boat transportation to Don Det is quite well coordinated by the company that provides the service. Actually, from the time you are picked up at your hotel in Phnom Penh, until you arrive at the port in Don Det, it takes more than the hours indicated in 12Go, in my case it was almost 12 hours in total including waiting time in restaurants, border crossings and transportation as such. I do not leave the 5 stars because it would be ideal if all drivers could communicate with foreigners in even basic English to make the experience easier and more pleasant. Although some of the various drivers I had on my tour spoke English, there was one who did not (who picked me up in Phnom Penh and dropped me off at a restaurant where you wait for the vehicle that takes you to the border where you leave Cambodia).
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Van Regional 14pax, Asia Van Transfer (AVT), Oct 7, 2023
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How to get from Phnom Penh to Champassak

When you want to get from Phnom Penh to Champassak, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Van

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Bus. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Van ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Van ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 50.40. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 25.63.

How far is Phnom Penh from Champassak?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Phnom Penh to Champassak. Your trip will be a total of 249 miles (400 km). The flying distance is 249 miles (400 km).

How long does it take to get from Phnom Penh to Champassak?

The travel time from Phnom Penh to Champassak can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 8 to 13 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Phnom Penh to Champassak?

The cost of the trip from Phnom Penh to Champassak varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Sarah Transport: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 25.63 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Van - a one-way Van ticket can cost as much as USD 50.40.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Phnom Penh to Champassak:

  • Bus tickets - USD 26.00 to USD 37.00;
  • Van price : USD 42.00 - USD 50.00;
  • Plane tickets - USD 319.00 to USD 408.00;

How many trips per day are there between Phnom Penh and Champassak?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Vans from Phnom Penh to Champassak depart during the day - there are approximately 3 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 07:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 07:30. There are 3 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Phnom Penh to Champassak depart during the day - there are approximately 1 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Phnom Penh to Champassak. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 319.00.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Phnom Penh to Champassak

Cambodia Angkor Air

Buses

Taking a bus from Phnom Penh to Champassak is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Phnom Penh to Champassak. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Phnom Penh to Champassak.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Phnom Penh to Champassak

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Phnom Penh to Champassak? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 96% opted for a van.
  • 4% decided to go for a bus.