Buses from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh from USD 26 Mar 2026 ✅

Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh Destination Reviews

Bernard D

Good overall experience. The bus was comfortable and on time. Border crossing was rather quick. The bus stopped somewhere between the airport and the bus terminal, I should have gotten off there to go to my hotel !

Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh, Bus VIP 20, Phuong Heng, Mar 13, 2026

Catherine B

Smooth journey, friendly staff helped us across the border. Highly recommend

Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh, Bus Exclusive VIP Seater, Giant Ibis Transport (Giant ibis Transport), Mar 13, 2026

Matti P

Driver was rude, my wife was sick and he was just yelling. Very very bad experience in every possible way.

Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh, Bus VIP Sleeper, iHome Transfer (iHome Transfer), Mar 12, 2026

Horia C

The calcelation for reservation came Verrrry veryyy late even that the company which I was supposed to travel confirm me That they don t have places. The aplicatiin informed me toooo late.

Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh, Bus Sleeper, Khai Nam Transport, Mar 9, 2026

Anton G

Empty bus! Only me and 2 other peopl I think, this was my best experience of crossing border by bus :D everything was so smooth and quick that i didn't have even time to take a photo at the border There was one break for lunch Thank you

Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh, Bus VIP 20, Phuong Heng, Mar 8, 2026

Maya S

Great - not luxurious but my seat reclined a lot and there was lots of space.

Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh, Bus Luxury, Long Phuong Cambodia, Mar 8, 2026

Marius F

On time departure and arrival, sufficient stops and at the border the bus "host" got our passports stamped while we had lunch. Perfect!

Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh, Bus Exclusive VIP Seater, Giant Ibis Transport (Giant ibis Transport), Feb 25, 2026

Adriana

Departure on time, arrival early. No problem crossing border on my trip from Phnom Penh to HCMC. Toilet on board. Wifi was working (at the end of the trip, only tried it after we entered Cambodia.)

Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh, Bus Exclusive VIP Seater, Giant Ibis Transport (Giant ibis Transport), Feb 24, 2026

Iain S

Pick up pretty smooth,after that downhill Driver did not communicate at all,he stopped at various places just outside the City and picked up some random people who then took up the spare seats. Obviously a hustle! They were then dropped off at various places along the route He stopped the bus,left the engine running on two subsequent occasionsand got out without explaining it was a rest stop? There was only one bottle of water on an eight hour journey given,no snacks provided despite it being advertised on the website. When we arrived in Ho Chi Minh City he made no announcement that we had arrived at our destination,it only became obvious when he got off the bus and stareted to unload everyone’s luggage This was on the side of a busy street with what appeared to no organisation Certainly would not reccomend if this is the standard

Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh, Bus Premium 25, Capitol, Feb 22, 2026

Juan F

All perfect More early to ho chi min Good service All time.good atention for the crew cabin Nice food and coffe Thanks See you soon

Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh, Bus First Class, Airbus, Feb 21, 2026

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Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh Bus Schedule

Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Virak Buntham Express	Luxury Hotel	01:30	14:00	$32.68
Khai Nam Transport	Sleeper	04:30	11:30	$24.65	3.9
Khai Nam Transport	Seater	05:00	12:00	$23.80	3.8
Airbus	Seater 36	05:30	11:30	$24.08	5.0
Capitol VIP	Premium 25	06:00	13:00	$18.70	4.6
Airbus	Seater 36	06:30	12:30	$24.08	5.0
Khai Nam Transport	Sleeper	07:00	14:00	$24.65	3.9
Kumho Samco Bus	Seater	07:30	14:30	$20.40	4.6
Khai Nam Transport	Sleeper	08:00	15:00	$24.65	3.9
Capitol VIP	Premium 25	08:30	15:30	$18.70	4.6
Khai Nam Transport	Sleeper	09:00	16:00	$24.65	3.9
Capitol VIP	Premium 25	09:30	16:30	$18.70	4.6
Kumho Samco Bus	Seater	10:15	17:15	$20.40	4.6
Khai Nam Transport	Seater	12:00	19:00	$23.80	3.8
Airbus	Seater 36	12:45	18:00	$24.08	5.0
Kumho Samco Bus	Luxury	13:30	20:30	$20.40	4.6
Khai Nam Transport	Sleeper	14:30	21:30	$24.65	3.9
Khai Nam Transport	Sleeper	15:30	22:30	$24.65	3.9

How to get from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh, bus by Bus

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

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

The estimate travel time from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh, bus is about 6h. 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, bus 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, bus by Bus?

The ticket price from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh, bus 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.

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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Transportation from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh

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Facts about the bus from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh

Cheapest Bus	$26
Fastest Bus	6h
Earliest Bus	3:00 AM
Latest Bus	4:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes	32
Distance	709 kilometers
Bus Companies	Airbus, MEKO Limousine, Virak Buntham Express

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