Phnom Penh to Pakse

Phnom Penh to Pakse

Phnom Penh
Pakse
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Phnom Penh to Pakse Destination Reviews

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Stephen H
Bus didn't arrive didn't get a refund scammed me never again wile I use this app. Was told I'd have word back send evedince but nothing. Criminals
Phnom Penh to Pakse, Bus Sleeping Bus + Mini Van, LANA Express, Jun 10, 2026
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Sebastian
It seems as if they don't care about the arrival time at all. From the beginning it was clear we can't make it. I had long waiting time in the middle of the night with no provided facilities like toilet. I can not recommend.
Phnom Penh to Pakse, Van Minivan + Sleeper Bus, Rally Tour And Travel, Nov 19, 2025
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Anna G
Everything went smoothly, including at the border. The seats were comfortable, a free welcome drink and croissant as well as a free lunch we're provided. A really good experience! We only ran about half an hour late which for an 11 hour journey is really good.
Phnom Penh to Pakse, Bus Seater 35, Airbus, Jun 6, 2025
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Tali T
After the border we waited 2 hours for the van to Pakse and the person there ignored us. Other than that it was fine.
Phnom Penh to Pakse, Van Minivan + Minivan, Lana Express, May 26, 2025
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Florian H
Expect the journey to take about 4 hours more than indicated
Phnom Penh to Pakse, Van Minivan, Lana Express, Feb 7, 2025
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Hannah L
We had to be there at 19:30so the bus could leave at 19:45”.
Phnom Penh to Pakse, Bus Sleeper 40, Sarah Transport, Nov 10, 2024
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Agnes C
After a complicated start, everything went well ! They told us to go to Maneth Transportation in the morning, but it was closed ! In fact, we had to stay at our guesthouse, and the minivan came to get us directly there (with 45min late). Don’t panic haha and send them an email to be sure that they’ll come at your hostel. After this start, everything went well : the drivers were super nice and we arrived on time !
Phnom Penh to Pakse, Van Regional 14pax, Asia Van Transfer (AVT), Jun 24, 2023
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Phnom Penh to Pakse Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
SRL Transport
SUV 4pax
Any time
+10h
$360.00
Van
Asia Van Transfer
Regional 14pax
04:30
19:00
$45.00
  4.0
Bus
Airbus
Seater 35
07:00
18:00
$36.12
  5.0
Van
Sarah Transport
Shared van 13pax
07:30
19:30
$25.90
Van
SRL Transport
Van 12
08:00
22:00
$37.00
Flight
Cambodia Angkor Air
Economy
08:35
04:05
$526.80
Flight
Bangkok Airways
Economy
09:25
18:30
$619.31
Flight
Cambodia Angkor Air
Economy
10:00
13:30
$297.16
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
10:35
08:45
$379.32
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
11:05
08:45
$422.46
Flight
Cambodia AirAsia
Economy
11:55
13:35
$310.77
Flight
Cambodia Angkor Air
Economy
12:20
11:30
$422.47
Flight
Cambodia Angkor Air
Economy
12:55
11:30
$419.48
Flight
Cambodia Angkor Air
Economy
13:30
13:25
$308.46
Flight
Vietnam Airlines
Economy
13:50
13:35
$273.80
Flight
Vietnam Airlines
Economy
14:10
13:35
$385.28
Flight
Cambodia Airways
Economy
15:05
04:05
$465.57
Flight
China Southern Airlines
Economy
15:35
04:05
$478.28
Flight
Vietnam Airlines
Economy
16:40
13:35
$251.85
Flight
Cambodia Angkor Air
Economy
17:00
11:30
$422.48

How to get from Phnom Penh to Pakse

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

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Van
  • Taxi

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

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 45.41. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 45.41.

How far is Phnom Penh from Pakse?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Phnom Penh to Pakse. Your trip will be a total of 311 miles (500 km). The flying distance is 311 miles (500 km).

How long does it take to get from Phnom Penh to Pakse?

The travel time from Phnom Penh to Pakse can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 10 to 23 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Phnom Penh to Pakse?

The cost of the trip from Phnom Penh to Pakse varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Airbus: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 45.41 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 45.41.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Phnom Penh to Pakse:

  • Bus+Van price: USD 37.00 - USD 42.00. From Phnom Penh to Pakse starting from 07:30 Phnom Penh until 20:30 Phnom Penh LANA Express
  • Van price : USD 40.00 - USD 45.00;
  • Bus tickets - USD 45.00 to USD 45.00;
  • flight price: USD 368.00. From Phnom Penh to Pakse starting from 14:15 Techo International Airport until 14:15 Techo International Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 396.00 to USD 422.00.

How many trips per day are there between Phnom Penh and Pakse?

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 07:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 07:00. There are 1 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Phnom Penh to Pakse 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.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Phnom Penh to Pakse. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 396.00.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Phnom Penh to Pakse. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Phnom Penh to Pakse.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Phnom Penh to Pakse

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Phnom Penh to Pakse? 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:

  • 46% chosen Bus+Van
  • 38% decided to go for a bus.
  • 15% opted for a van.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Phnom Penh to Pakse

Facts about the transport from Phnom Penh to Pakse

Cheapest Transport$37
Fastest Transport10h
Earliest Departure4:30 AM
Latest Departure8:30 PM
Departures per day1
Distance500 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirbus, Asia Van Transfer, Cambodia Airways, Dara Panha Sak Transport, Lana Express, Lao Airlines, Rally Tour And Travel, Seng Horn 168, SRL Transport, Trans Passion