Buses from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh

Buses from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh

Ho Chi Minh City
Phnom Penh
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Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh Destination Reviews

JR
Very comfortable seats, cool aircon, stopped about every 2 hrs at a 5 star toilet. Helped streamline boarder crossing. English speaking hostess.
Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh, Bus Exclusive VIP Seater, Giant Ibis Transport (Giant ibis Transport), Sep 4, 2025
SK
I rarely write reviews, but this service truly deserved it. Madam Sreynan made my journey from Ho Chi Minh to Phnom Penh exceptionally smooth and stress-free. She guided us quickly and efficiently across the border with no waiting or delays. The bus even made two additional unplanned stops to accommodate passengers who needed the restroom. The vehicle was clean, tidy, and the ride itself very comfortable. I can highly recommend Giant Ibis for anyone traveling this route.
Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh, Bus Exclusive VIP Seater, Giant Ibis Transport (Giant ibis Transport), Aug 18, 2025
AM
Nit necessary to be here haif an hour before... 10 mn is enough !
Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh, Bus Exclusive VIP Seater, Giant Ibis Transport (Giant ibis Transport), Aug 16, 2025
DD
Good organisation Little hot on the bus
Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh, Bus Exclusive VIP Seater, Giant Ibis Transport (Giant ibis Transport), Aug 15, 2025
JD
Smooth trip, friendly staff, helpful to cross the border
Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh, Bus VIP 31, Duc Duong Bus, Aug 15, 2025
LF
A great service from HCMC to Phnom Penh. Comfortable bus. We felt very well looked after by our steward. We paid cash when we arrived at the bus office in HCMC 30m early in order to have our visas processed for us and this was done perfectly with no hassle at the border. Nice rest stop in Vietnam, then 30m for lunch was incorporated into the border crossing stop (though the restaurant next to duty free shop was not that nice). Bus arrived an hour after stated time which was fine as we were expecting it from other reviews. Would recommend this trip.
Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh, Bus Exclusive VIP Seater, Giant Ibis Transport (Giant ibis Transport), Aug 14, 2025
KD
Went smoothly, but guide could have been more instructive.
Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh, Bus Luxury, Long Phuong Cambodia, Aug 13, 2025
PF
Very comfortable journey- just took a lot longer than expected! Plenty of stops and a smooth border crossing.
Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh, Bus Exclusive VIP Seater, Giant Ibis Transport (Giant ibis Transport), Aug 11, 2025
JJ
Great experience. Water, a breakfast snack, and a canned coffee provided. Made the border crossing stress free and was able to print out my evisa at the office before we left.
Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh, Bus Exclusive VIP Seater, Giant Ibis Transport (Giant ibis Transport), Aug 5, 2025
AA
Needs improvement of bus airconditioning.
Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh, Bus Exclusive VIP Seater, Giant Ibis Transport (Giant ibis Transport), Jul 25, 2025
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Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh Bus Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Khai Nam Transport
Sleeper
04:30
11:30
$24.65
  3.8
Khai Nam Transport
Sleeper
05:00
12:00
$24.65
  3.8
VietNam Travel Bus
Seater 45
05:30
12:30
$26.47
Long Phuong Cambodia
Luxury
06:00
13:00
$17.08
  4.2
Techbus VN JSC
VIP 31
06:30
12:30
$21.19
Techbus VN JSC
VIP 31
06:50
12:50
$21.19
Viet Nam Travel Bus
Sleeper 41
07:14
14:00
$32.03
Vietnam Transfers
VIP Limo Minivan
07:30
13:20
$28.41
  5.0
Giant Ibis Transport
Exclusive VIP Seater
08:00
14:30
$28.00
  4.8
Techbus VN JSC
VIP 31
08:20
14:20
$21.19
Airbus
Seater 41
08:45
15:00
$24.08
  4.8
Viet Nam Travel Bus
Sleeper 41
09:05
16:00
$32.03
Long Phuong Cambodia
Luxury
09:30
16:30
$17.08
  4.2
Khai Nam Transport
Sleeper
10:30
17:30
$24.65
  3.8
Long Phuong Cambodia
Luxury
11:00
18:00
$17.08
  4.2
Capitol VIP
Premium 25
11:30
18:30
$18.70
  4.2
Capitol VIP
Premium 25
12:00
18:30
$18.70
  4.2
Techbus VN JSC
VIP 31
12:30
18:30
$21.19
Techbus VN JSC
VIP 31
12:50
18:50
$21.19
Giant Ibis Transport
Exclusive VIP Seater
13:15
19:45
$23.20
  4.8

Transportation from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh

Facts about the bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh

Cheapest Bus$23
Fastest Bus5h 30m
Earliest Bus4:30 午前
Latest Bus4:00 午後
Daily Bus Routes82
Distance638 kilometers
Bus CompaniesCapitol VIP, CP Express, Danh Danh Bus, Giant Ibis Transport, Go365, Grouptour, Khai Nam Transport, Kumho Samco Bus, Long Phuong Cambodia, MEKO Limousine, Thai Duong Limousine, VietNam Travel Bus

How to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh by Bus

Taking a bus to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh is a safe, comfortable and less expensive alternative for traveling this route. To popular destinations, bus companies operate multiple trips per day, often round the clock at 30-60 minute intervals. To less traveled destinations, there may be only 1 scheduled trip a day. The most common bus types are non-air-conditioned, air-conditioned, and premium buses.

It is best to reserve your tickets at least a few days ahead of your travel date. Check our list of bus companies available for online booking offering Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh tickets. When traveling on weekends and holidays it is recommended to reserve tickets much earlier due to higher numbers of travelers, both vacation-makers and urban workers returning home to their provincial home.

How far is it from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh?

Traveling by bus, the distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh depends on the route taken. Most bus companies travel via expressways or tollways. This may not necessarily be the shortest route but it is the fastest one as normally there is less traffic and no traffic lights.

To get to certain island destinations which are not connected to the mainland by a bridge, buses board large car ferries. Passengers are usually asked to get off the bus, but there is no need to take your luggage from the bus. The travel distance from port to port is added to the total distance.

How long does it take to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh by Bus?

The estimate travel time from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh is about 5h 30m. Note that traveling by bus is slower compared to driving your own car or getting a taxi. Depending on the departure time congestion between Ho Chi Minh City and Phnom Penh may differ greatly There is usually more traffic between morning until afternoon during weekdays than during weekends.

Another important factor that may affect travel time is the type of bus. Premium or VIP buses are usually faster as they use motorways and call to fewer bus stations (if any) en route. Buses normally make short 10-30-minute breaks after a few hours of continuous travel to allow passengers use bathrooms, stock up on munchies and let bus attendants and the driver have rest.

Some premium buses have onboard toilets and the second driver. Nevertheless, usually they still make en route stops for a quick lunch or fuel refill.

How much does it cost to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh by Bus?

The ticket price from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh can vary depending on the type of buses you choose. For a less expensive ticket consider non-air-conditioned or ordinary buses. Premium or luxury buses are more expensive but you can expect more comfort and some additional services like phone charging ports, personal entertainment system screens and toilets.

Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh timetable

To help you plan your trip, here is the Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh timetable of bus departure and arrival times.

Best Rated Companies for this Route

Bus companies differ a lot in quality and service they provide. When choosing a bus company for you travels, do some basic research before you buy your tickets.

Safety is one of the most important aspects to consider. We also recommend you checking reviews on overall service quality of the bus companies serving this route.

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