Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh

Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh

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Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh Schedule

Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Khai Nam Transport Sleeper 04:30 - 11:30VND 672k
Khai Nam Transport Sleeper 07:00 - 14:00VND 672k
Giant Ibis Transport Universe Luxury 08:00 - 12:40$ 18
Lanmei Airlines Economy #LQ66310:35 - 11:30$ 102.99
Virak Buntham Express Coaster 13:30 - 19:30$ 47.25
Khai Nam Transport Sleeper 15:30 - 22:30VND 672k
Vietnam Airlines Economy #VN92016:20 - 17:15€ 141.45
Cambodia Angkor Air Economy #K681918:40 - 19:30€ 129.25
Thai Smile Economy 20:10 - 17:50$ 220.50
Vietnam Airlines Economy #VN385122:45 - 23:45VND 4,690k

Transportation from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh

Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh Destination Reviews

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Actually a nice trip. Good leg space for taller people and friendly staff on Board. Its just 4 Stars, because there could be a better bus (maybe sleeper), and personalized options for drop off Points.
Bus Universe Luxury, Giant Ibis Transport (Giant ibis Transport), May 23, 2023
AH
Seat was not comfortable.
Bus Universe Noble 37, Giant Ibis Transport (Giant ibis Transport), May 20, 2023
KZ
The VET tour people at the border were terrible at explaining and helping. I could nowhere read anywhere on the VET website that you can only pay cash for your visa and that would cost me $40! When I asked where can I buy a sim card he said at the restaurant 10 mins away, we never stopped at a restaurant! When I asked the driver how far we were at 8 pm he said 10-15mins, I really needed a toilet, and we stopped in PP 1 hour later!
Bus Coaster, Virak Buntham Express, May 9, 2023
JR
Look, it was really comfortable, pretty fast. We had a minivan, no toilet but stopped enough. Didn’t stop for dinner (left Ho Chi Minh at 3pm) but we all voted not to stop and also we had brought sandwiches from Saigon Centee so we were fine. But, they get half a star for communication, pretty terrible. Didn’t tell us we were stopping for toilet break sometimes or how long we we (first time yes but then just stopped and we guessed). Crossing the border worked but all our passports were taken and while we showed them on the Vietnamese side we never met a Cambodian official, so seemed a bit shady. Still, it worked, we made it to Phnom Penn! Of course drivers drive crazy but that’s a given, I’d say no worse than the general standard.
Bus Coaster, Virak Buntham Express, May 9, 2023
DB
Going from HCM to PP took us 9 hours (and not 6) leaving at 5 am. This was not a very good experience. If you want to use this option you can go, but don’t be in a hurry: you know when you leave, you don’t know when you actually arrive. The staff of the bus is very helpful, trying their best. But still the border controls took overall almost 2 hours and the overall trip was just too long. Please also consider that they take your passport away 2 times and you need to be prepared to stay without passport for 1/2 hours which can make you very uncomfortable.
Bus Sleeper, Khai Nam Transport, Apr 20, 2023
CV
The only problem was that the price on line was much more expensive than the price in the bus company office
Bus Express, Long Phuong Cambodia, Apr 11, 2023
GM
Everithing was perfect
Bus Coaster, Virak Buntham Express, Apr 5, 2023
HT
Very well organised border crossing, friendly bus driver and helpful host, safe driving, organised throughout including letting us know when we would be having breaks through trip. Left and arrived on time.
Bus Universe Luxury, Giant Ibis Transport (Giant ibis Transport), Mar 30, 2023
PB
The driver honked the horn every fifth minute. We did not get any information about what to do, when to have breaks, how long etc. etc. I know that they say, the arrival time CAN be affected, but we arrived two hours later than expected. No possibilities to charge on the bus.
Bus Sleeper, Khai Nam Transport, Mar 23, 2023
M
Great ride. Huge bus and only 8 of us on it. Had plenty of leg space, was very surprised when we received a snack and a can of latte. The seats were comfy and reclined well. Drive wasn’t too bumpy and we had good breaks. Great for the price and they were so so helpful with visas took no time at all at the border!
Bus Universe Luxury, Giant Ibis Transport (Giant ibis Transport), Mar 15, 2023
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How to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh

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

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Taxi

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

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 312.24. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 27.17.

How far is Ho Chi Minh City from Phnom Penh?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh. Your trip will be a total of 218 miles (350 km). The flying distance is 485 miles (780 km).

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

The travel time from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 7 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Kumho Samco: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 27.17 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 312.24.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh:

  • flight+taxi price: USD 12.07. From Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh starting from 00:00 District 1 until 00:00 District 1
  • Bus tickets - USD 27.17 to USD 35.00;
  • Plane tickets - USD 141.65 to USD 312.24;

How many trips per day are there between Ho Chi Minh City and Phnom Penh?

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 04:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 15:30. There are 30 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh depart during the day - there are approximately 6 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh. 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 141.65.

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 Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh

Cambodia Angkor Air, Vietnam Airlines (เวียดนาม แิอร์ไลน์)

Buses

Taking a bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh 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.

The most popular transport from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh? 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:

  • 98% decided to go for a bus.
  • 1% Other