📅 Bus Schedule – Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh 🚍 Buses to Ho Chi Minh 🎫 Book Tickets
How to travel by bus or minibus from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City?
Traveling by bus or minibus from Phnom Penh, Cambodia to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam is a popular and touristic route, and many travelers use bus services. Several private bus companies operate on this route and they offer relatively modern and comfortable mostly seater buses or minibuses, minivans. This option is significantly cheaper than the direct flights that are also operated between these cities. Bus tickets from Phnom Penh to Saigon cost approximately 23-40 USD / per person and travel time is approximately 6-8 hours, depending on traffic at the Moc Bai – Bavet border crossing.
Bus / Van is the most cheapest way of getting to Saigon from Phnom Penh.
There are buses from various transport companies on the route, among the more well-known are Khai Nam Transport, Duc Duong, Long Phuong, Giant Ibis, Kumho Samco and Virak Buntham. Mostly these companies are well rated. Tickets for these buses can be easily booked online in advance, always read all additional information carefully when ordering. You can also find the current timetables of these buses from Phnom Penh to Saigon on online platforms. These buses also cross borders, so find out in advance what the current information is about visa requirements when entering Vietnam by land. Below is all information about buses and tickets, timetables to Saigon.
📅 Bus from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh – Bus Schedule – Bus Tickets:
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- Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh (Saigon) by bus/van – one of the most frequented routes to Vietnam
- from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City you can travel by various types of buses and vans
- bus tickets from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City cost about $23-40/pp (depends on the type of bus)
- travel by bus/van from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) takes about 6-8 hours (it can change)
- bus companies: Khai Nam Transport, Duc Duong, Long Phuong, Giant Ibis, Kumho Samco, Mekong Express, Sapaco, The Sinh Tourist, Virak Buntham, Soroya…
- you can use your e-tickets in your smartphone (read the information before you book bus tickets)
- there is no train from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City (you can travel only by bus or you can use direct flight)
- it is recommended to print your bus tickets to Ho Chi Minh City
Bus Schedule - Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh | Departs in Phnom Penh | Arrival in Ho Chi Minh | Book bus ticket |
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Khai Nam | 5:00 | 11:00 | |
Khai Nam | 7:00 | 13:00 | |
Khai Nam | 9:00 | 15:00 | |
Khai Nam | 10:30 | 16:30 | |
Khai Nam | 12:00 | 18:00 | |
Khai Nam | 13:30 | 19:30 | |
Khai Nam | 14:30 | 20:30 | |
Long Phuong | 6:30 | 13:30 | |
Long Phuong | 08:30 | 15:30 | |
Long Phuong | 11:00 | 18:00 | |
Long Phuong | 15:30 | 22:30 | |
Kumho Samco | 7:30 | 13:30 | |
Kumho Samco | 9:30 | 15:30 | |
Kumho Samco | 13:00 | 19:00 | |
Giant Ibis | 08:00 | 14:30 | |
Giant Ibis | 09:45 | 16:15 | |
Virak Buntham (sleeper) | 08:00 | 15:30 | |
Virak Buntham (sleeper) | 13:30 | 19:30 | |
Virak Buntham (sleeper) | 15:30 | 21:30 |
🚍 There are various buses/vans from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh:
(From Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City you can travel by various tourist buses – seat, sleeper, minivan, van…)
❓ FAQ – Travel from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City:
1. How to book bus tickets / flights from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh?
2. How long does it take to get by bus from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh?
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- Travel by bus or van from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City takes about 6-8 hours. It is good to know – sometimes the buses in Cambodia but also in Vietnam may be delayed. Travel by plane from Phnom Penh to Saigon is a fast way how to travel and it takes only about 1 hour.
3. How much does it cost to travel by bus from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh?
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- Travel by bus or van from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City costs about $26-40/pp. It depends which bus and bus company you will choose. The most cheapest bus ticket from Phnom Penh to Saigon costs about $26-30/pp.
4. What is the travel distance by bus from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh?
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- Travel distance from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City by bus or van is about 230 km. Please note: This travel distance depends on the bus company and it can change.
5. Which bus from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City to book?
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- There are some vans and minivans and they are very comfortable (eg. Sapaco). One of the best reviewed bus on this route is a bus of Giant Ibis and Kumho Samco.
6. From which bus stations buses from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh depart?
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- Buses from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh depart from various bus stations. Check Baolau and 12go.asia.
7. Is an bus e-ticket to Ho Chi Minh in smartphone acceptable?
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- Yes, bus e-tickets to Ho Chi Minh City are acceptable in your smartphone. After you book your bus tickets from Phnom Penh to Saigon online, you will receive your voucher (e-ticket) in your e-mail. But, it is better and recommended by companies to print your bus ticket. Follow the instructions on Baolau and 12go.asia.
8. Is there also another option how to get from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh?
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- Yes, you can also travel by plane, there are direct flights (1 hour) of some local airlines from Vietnam and Cambodia. It is a fastest and comfortable way (but the most expensive) how to reach Saigon in Vietnam from Phnom Penh.
9. Is it possible to travel by train from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh?
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- No, it is not possible to travel by train from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City. There is no train connection between Cambodia and Vietnam, but there is a plan to build a railway in the future.
10. What is the travel route of buses from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh?
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- Most buses and vans from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City run via Moc Bai Bavet border crossing. It is the fastest way how to get from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam. Please note: This travel route can change according to bus company.
11. Where you can stay in Ho Chi Minh City?
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- Ho Chi Minh City is a biggest and most populous city in southern Vietnam. There is everything for tourists. You can book from these selections: The best cheap hotels in Saigon or you can try the best luxury hotels in Saigon.
12. Where to travel from Ho Chi Minh, what to visit in the south?
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- From Ho Chi Minh City you can travel to various interesting places. The most busiest travel routes are from Saigon to Phu Quoc, Vung Tau or you can take a beach relax in Mui Ne/Phan Thiet. From Mui Ne – Phan Thiet you can travel by train or tourist bus to central and northern Vietnam.
13. Why to travel from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City?
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- Ho Chi Minh City is the most important city and transport hub in southern Vietnam. It is the second largest city of Vietnam and from there you can travel to various cities in southern or central Vietnam. There are trains, buses and flights to various sites in Vietnam.
14. Which beaches can you visit in southern Vietnam?
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- Southern Vietnam is known for various nice coastline and beautiful beaches. The best places for visit these beaches are in Phu Quoc, Con Dao, Vung Tau or Mui Ne. Read this article: The Best Beaches in Southern Vietnam.
15. What is the weather in Vietnam and what to expect?
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- Weather in Vietnam varies with a tropical climate featuring distinct wet and dry seasons. In the north, the dry season (October to April) brings cooler temperatures, while the wet season (May to September) is marked by higher humidity and heavy rainfall. Central Vietnam experiences a dry period (January to August) with lower humidity and a wet season (September to December) characterized by increased rainfall. In southern Vietnam, the dry season (December to April) offers warm temperatures, while the wet season (May to November) brings higher humidity and occasional heavy rainfall. For accurate information, check local forecasts.
BOOK a TOUR / ACTIVITY in Saigon ➜
| Bus Transfer – Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City: | Details |
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| Route: | Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City (via Moc Bai border) |
| Mode of Transportation: | Tourist Bus / Van |
| Bus Ticket Price (Approximate): | $26-40/pp (depends on the type of bus) |
| Travel Time: | 6-8 hours (duration may vary) |
| Bus Companies: | Khai Nam Transport, Long Phuong, Giant Ibis, Kumho Samco… |
| E-ticket Usage: | Read the information before booking |
| Train Option: | No train service available between these cities |
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