Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City

Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City

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Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City Schedule

Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Khai Nam Transport Sleeper 05:00 - 12:00$ 28.60
Vietnam Airlines Economy #VN385206:50 - 07:55€ 202.27
Virak Buntham Express Coaster 08:00 - 15:30$ 31.50
Kumho Samco Seater 11:00 - 17:00$ 26.90
Kumho Samco Sleeper 13:30 - 19:30$ 35.70
Singapore Airlines Economy #SQ15514:05 - 17:10$ 627.97
Vietnam Airlines Economy #VN385017:00 - 17:55$ 212.55
Cambodia Angkor Air Economy #K681618:10 - 19:10$ 136.91
Cambodia Angkor Air Economy #K681621:00 - 22:00$ 321.32
Vietnam Airlines Economy #VN385022:20 - 23:20$ 201.12

Transportation from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City

Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City Destination Reviews

PZ
The boarder crossing process: hand over passport+visa - Go to lunch at restaurant while they do the exit Cambodia & entry Vietnam processing for you - Take all luggage from bus, go to screening and take passport back - Screen Luggage & Passport check - Done. Very easy & efficient. The ride was good. Arrived late due to traffic jams both in Phnom Penh and Ho Chi Minh.
Bus Universe Luxury, Giant Ibis Transport (Giant ibis Transport), Jun 2, 2023
GM
Bis comfortable and AC worked well. We arrived 1h30 later.
Bus Universe Noble 37, Giant Ibis Transport (Giant ibis Transport), Apr 2, 2023
BP
Everything was fine but there is a moment after Cambodia border where is lunch break, to much hustle about ordering food and payment, everything else perfect
Bus Universe Luxury, Giant Ibis Transport (Giant ibis Transport), Mar 26, 2023
MV
Giant ibis is usually comfortable and service oriented. Bordercrossing into vietnam a breeze: while we had lunch , they processed the passports. Easy as. This bus however had aircon issues.
Bus Universe Noble 37, Giant Ibis Transport (Giant ibis Transport), Mar 24, 2023
CS
First, only a few seats have the charger working. Secondly departure is 20 mins late at least. The whole journey was more than 8 hours instead of 65 hours. There was a change of bus at the border (due to lack of papers of Giant ibis bus to enter) but the bus on Vietnam side was of lower quality.
Bus Universe Noble 37, Giant Ibis Transport (Giant ibis Transport), Mar 3, 2023
XD
The bus was clean comfortable they give you water and snacks. At the beginning of the trip they tell you haw many stops you have to go to the bathroom. The steward was very friendly
Bus Universe Noble 37, Giant Ibis Transport (Giant ibis Transport), Feb 25, 2023
ML
Bus was very comfortable, we were provided water and snacks. The english speaking guide talked and helpes us through the whole boarder crossing with ease and made it completely stress free. They do take your passport but this is to speed up the process. We did arrive a bit late but this was due to large queues at the boarder which was out of their control.
Bus Universe Noble 37, Giant Ibis Transport (Giant ibis Transport), Feb 7, 2023
GG
Very smooth
Bus Express, Long Phuong Cambodia, Jan 12, 2023
SR
We left 30 minutes late which at first wasn't a big deal but ended up arriving over 4 hours late. The staff were super friendly and helpful though so no complaints there. When I booked the ticket it said we would receive snacks and food. We ended up having to buy our own food at the border crossing and the snack was a very tiny croissant.
Bus Universe Noble 37, Giant Ibis Transport (Giant ibis Transport), Jan 1, 2023
IC
the assistant not approachable
Bus Coaster, Virak Buntham Express, Dec 29, 2022
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How to get from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City

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

  • Flight
  • Bus

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 272.07. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 27.16.

How far is Phnom Penh from Ho Chi Minh City?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City. Your trip will be a total of 218 miles (350 km). The flying distance is 441 miles (709 km).

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

The travel time from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City 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 Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City?

The cost of the trip from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City 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 27.16 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 272.07.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 27.00 to USD 35.00;
  • Plane tickets - USD 134.00 to USD 272.00;

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

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 23 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City depart during the day - there are approximately 8 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 Ho Chi Minh City. 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 134.00.

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 Ho Chi Minh City

Cambodia Angkor Air, Vietnam Airlines (เวียดนาม แิอร์ไลน์)

Buses

Taking a bus from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City 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.
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The most popular transport from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City

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

  • 99% decided to go for a bus.
  • 1% Other