Buses from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City

Buses from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City

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Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City Destination Reviews

YM
No respect the tome
Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City, Bus Luxury, Long Phuong Cambodia, Jul 11, 2025
EW
Boarding and check in was very smooth, and seats were comfortable. Border crossing was also straightforward. However, driver was honking his horn loudly the entire journey and driving like a maniac. He also kept stopping for random breaks but wouldn’t say anything. We also arrived nearly an hour late but I understand Ho Chi Minh traffic is no joke. Drop off address is to HCMC is actually Saigon bus terminal so this needs to be changed on ticket voucher.
Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City, Bus Premium 25, Capitol VIP, Jul 1, 2025
PP
We were very poorly received, not a smile, not a word, not an explanation in English. At each stop it was stressful, we didn't know if it was a break, how long or if we had to change buses. They spoke to us in Vietnamese and we got yelled at because we didn't understand. I do not recommend this company at all for tourists!
Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City, Bus 1st Class Sleeper, iHome Transfer (iHome Transfer), Jun 17, 2025
M
Great experience for me and my daughter ,staff was very accommodating and helpful !
Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City, Bus Luxury, Kumho Samco Bus, Jun 7, 2025
CD
Giant Ibis has premium and excellent service from the drivers, staff and headquarters. Would really recommend for a good travelling experience. Buses are clean with comfortable seats, charging ports (USB and ports) free snacks and bottled water, stops have clean bathrooms and good food. We were guided every time and informed about the itinerary and what to expect.
Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City, Bus Exclusive VIP Seater, Giant Ibis Transport (Giant ibis Transport), Jun 7, 2025
ED
Trip went super smoothly, staff was very helpful and kind, bus was confortable. Border crossing was super efficient and easy. If we had not left Phnom Penh 1 hour late, we would have rated it 5/5!
Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City, Bus Seater 41, Airbus, Jun 3, 2025
SM
Poor communication at the border crossing to Western travellers. Passport control at Cambodian border was clear, each individual was processed at the immigration window. At Vietnam entry, Passports were collected and then handed back. Two of us lined up at the immigration window for processing, which took some time because people were pushing in. When we finally got through, the bus had already left us.
Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City, Bus Luxury, Kumho Samco Bus, May 25, 2025
MR
A trustworthy company with a very kind and attentive staff. Due to an error from the Vietnamese government, my visa was issued with an incomplete full name. I didn’t notice, and when I arrived at the border, I wasn’t allowed to enter. I had to get a new visa on the spot, unintentionally contributing to the shady emergency visa business. The staff not only assisted and reassured me, but they also made sure I could catch the next bus to my destination without any extra charges, showing real empathy for the situation. A special thanks to Vannk, a true light, who followed up on my case until I managed to get on the last bus. Thank you for making a moment of frustration and anger a little more bearable.
Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City, Bus Premium 25, Capitol VIP, May 22, 2025
OK
Workers were rude and shouted at us because we couldn’t understand them. There was also no toilets on the bus and the workers got annoyed when we wanted to stop for the toilet, rushing us back onto the bus.
Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City, Bus Sleeper, Khai Nam Transport, May 16, 2025
M
I was the only customer for the travel Phnom Penh to Ho Chih Minh so they moved me into a van, and they took care of everything at the immigration border.
Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City, Bus Premium 25, Capitol VIP, May 9, 2025
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Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City Bus Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Virak Buntham Express
Luxury Hotel
01:30
14:00
$32.68
Khai Nam Transport
Sleeper
04:30
11:30
$24.65
  3.9
Long Phuong Cambodia
Luxury
05:00
12:00
$17.17
  4.2
VietNam Travel Bus
Sleeper 40
05:30
12:30
$24.25
  4.0
Capitol VIP
Premium 25
06:00
13:00
$18.70
  4.6
Long Phuong Cambodia
Luxury
06:30
13:30
$17.17
  4.2
Khai Nam Transport
Sleeper
07:00
14:00
$24.65
  3.9
Kumho Samco Bus
Seater
07:30
14:30
$20.40
  4.6
Giant Ibis Transport
Exclusive VIP Seater
08:00
14:30
$28.00
  4.7
Techbus VN JSC
VIP 31
08:25
14:25
$21.35
  3.5
Kumho Samco Bus
Luxury
08:45
15:45
$20.40
  4.6
Capitol VIP
Premium 25
09:30
16:30
$18.70
  4.6
Kumho Samco Bus
Seater
10:15
17:15
$20.40
  4.6
Long Phuong Cambodia
Luxury
11:00
18:00
$17.17
  4.2
Khai Nam Transport
Seater
12:00
19:00
$23.80
  3.8
Techbus VN JSC
VIP 31
12:30
18:30
$21.35
  3.3
Duc Duong Bus
VIP 31
13:00
18:55
$20.95
  4.5
Long Phuong Cambodia
Luxury
13:30
20:30
$17.17
  4.2
Khai Nam Transport
Sleeper
14:30
21:30
$24.65
  3.9
Duc Duong Bus
VIP 31
15:00
20:55
$20.95
  4.5

Transportation from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City

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

Cheapest Bus$22
Fastest Bus5h 30m
Earliest Bus4:30 오전
Latest Bus4:00 오후
Daily Bus Routes138
Distance780 kilometers
Bus CompaniesAirbus, Capitol VIP, Danh Danh Bus, Giant Ibis Transport, Go365, GoEz Travel, Ha Tien Xanh Travel, iHome Transfer, Khai Nam, Khai Nam Transport, Kumho Samco Bus, Long Phuong Cambodia, MEKO Limousine, Phuong Heng, Thai Duong Limousine, Vietnam Transfers, VietNam Travel Bus

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

Taking a bus to get from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City 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 Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City 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 Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City?

Traveling by bus, the distance from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City 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 Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City by Bus?

The estimate travel time from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City 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 Phnom Penh and Ho Chi Minh City 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 Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City by Bus?

The ticket price from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City 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.

Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City timetable

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

Best Rated Companies for this Route

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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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