1. Bus / Van to Bangkok
2. Flights to Bangkok
3. Taxi / Car to Bangkok
4. Bus+Train to Bangkok
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From Phnom Penh to Bankgok you can get by bus/van, plane, taxi/car.
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- The distance between Phnom Penh, Cambodia, and Bangkok, Thailand, is approximately 700 km via Poipet. The quickest and most efficient option is to take a direct flight from Phnom Penh to Bangkok, which typically lasts about 1 hour and 15 minutes and costs approximately $60-250 per person. By this way of transport you will save a few hours of traveling. Alternatively, several bus companies operate on this route, offering tourist buses or minivans for transportation. Traveling by bus or minivan from Phnom Penh to Bangkok takes approximately 11-14 hours. While minivans are faster, buses provide sleeper options for added comfort.
- Bus tickets from Phnom Penh to Bangkok range from $26-44 per person and include crossing the Poi Pet border. Travelers can also reach Bangkok from Siem Reap via direct flights or buses, providing convenient connections. For those seeking luxury and convenience, private taxi or transfer services are available, albeit at a higher cost. Private car or taxi/minivan services typically cost between $250-380 per vehicle, with a travel time of about 9-13.5 hours. This route is one of the most vital travel connections between Cambodia and Thailand, and tickets for buses, trains, or flights from Phnom Penh to Bangkok can be conveniently booked online.
Bangkok – the capital and most important transport hub of Thailand.
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- Bangkok – the primary transportation hub of Thailand, attracting travelers from Cambodia by both land and air. Explore Bangkok, where ancient history blends with modernity, and ancient Buddhist temples stand alongside state-of-the-art shopping malls. With approximately nine million inhabitants, Bangkok is a city where prayer houses remain serene amid the bustling streets. Situated on both banks of the Chao Praya River, Bangkok’s old and new districts offer a wealth of attractions, including the Royal Palace and numerous temples.
- With an estimated thousand churches citywide, fully experiencing Bangkok’s cultural richness may require multiple visits. At night, venture to the Patpong Entertainment District for a taste of the city’s vibrant nightlife. Travelers have four primary options for reaching Bangkok from Phnom Penh: by plane, taxi, bus+train, or private car.
| Transfer Mode – Phnom Penh to Bangkok: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Bus / Minivan (via Poipet) | 11-15 hours | $26-44/pp |
| Bus + Train (via Poipet) | 13 hours | $17-30/pp |
| Direct Flight | 1 hour 15 minutes | $60-250/pp |
| Private Taxi / Car (via Poipet) | 9-13.5 hours | $250-380/car |
How do I get from Phnom Penh to Bangkok?
1. BUS / MINIVAN from Phnom Penh to Bangkok
The sought-after cheaper option of transport from Phnom Penh to Bangkok is a transfer by bus or minivan / minibus. To Bangkok from Phnom Penh you can use the services of Saly Express, Travel Mart, Airbus, Vibol Express, SRL Transport, Go Ho Travel, Virak Buntham, Thero Express, Capitol VIP, BookMeBus or Sarah Transport.
These companies will offer you classic buses with seats or sleeping berths or smaller minivans for a limited number of passengers. It is up to you what you choose, the bus schedule is relatively comprehensive and quite a few buses and minivans go to Bangkok every day.
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All buses and minivans usually go through the Poipet border crossing, which is the main and largest crossing from Cambodia to Thailand. The travel time by bus or minivan from Phnom Penh to Bangkok is approximately 11-15 hours, but it is good to take into account that the indicated travel times may vary.
Sometimes the buses are also delayed upon departure and thus also upon arrival in Bangkok. Buses also depart from various locations and stops in Phnom Penh and arrive at various locations in Bangkok, you will see this information when searching and booking tickets on online platforms.
You can easily search and buy your Phnom Penh to Bangkok bus tickets online in advance. Always read all transfer conditions and instructions when booking and follow all company instructions. Bus transport is mainly sought after by regular solo low-cost travelers who have a rather limited budget for their travel.
2. FLIGHTS from Phnom Penh to Bangkok
Undoubtedly, the fastest, most comfortable, but at the same time more expensive transport option from Phnom Penh to Bangkok is a direct flight. With this option, you will save several hours of time compared to a bus transfer.
A direct flight from Phnom Penh to Bangkok takes only about 1 hour and 15 minutes, with the wait before departure it can be about 4 hours in total.
From Phnom Penh to Bangkok, you can use the companies and airlines Thai Air Asia, Cambodia Airways, Thai Smile, Bangkok Air, Thai Airways, Sky Angkor Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Thai VietJet or Hanh Air Systems.
The offer of direct flights to Bangkok is therefore relatively wide, but the number of flights can change during the year, sometimes there are more flights and sometimes less.
Flights are operated from Phnom Penh International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport or Don Mueang Airport in Bangkok. The prices can also be relatively different, it depends on which company you use, some companies operate low-cost flights and some also offer business class flights.
A direct flight to Bangkok from Phnom Penh costs between $60-250/pp. You can easily search and book flights from Phnom Penh to Bangkok, Thailand online, even in advance. Air connection is suitable for those travelers who have limited time for their travel and also have a little higher budget for their trip.
3. PRIVATE TAXI or CAR from Phnom Penh to Bangkok
If you are looking for transportation by private car/taxi with a driver, this option is also available on the route from Phnom Penh to Bangkok. Companies like SIMA Car or Glassflower will offer you modern classic cars or larger SUVs and minivans for groups of travelers to transfer from Phnom Penh to Bangkok.
Therefore, if you are traveling in a group of travelers, it is advantageous to use a minivan transfer and then calculate the fare for individual passengers. Transport by private car/taxi to Bangkok from Phnom Penh can take approx. 9-13.5 hours, but it is better to take into account that the specified driving time may not be exactly observed.
The advantage of a private transfer is that you can choose your departure point in Phnom Penh and your arrival point in Bangkok. Transportation by private car/taxi with driver from Phnom Penh to Bangkok costs between $250-380/car, prices vary depending on the type of car you choose.
For the most part, smaller cars are a cheaper option than larger SUVs or multi-passenger minivans. The cars of the SIMA Car and Glassflower companies will offer you very good comfort and the drivers are very experienced professionals.
You can easily find and book your private car and chauffeur from Phnom Penh to Bangkok online in advance. When booking, it is necessary to read all the instructions and conditions of the transfer and also follow all the instructions of the companies to avoid possible misunderstandings.
4. BUS + TRAIN from Phnom Penh to Bangkok
Another transfer option from Phnom Penh to Bangkok is a bus and train transfer via Poipet and Aranyaprathet. This option has 2 steps, the first step is a transfer by bus or minivan from Phnom Penh to Poipet and the second step is a transfer by Thai train from Aranyaprathet to Bangkok.
Aranyaprathet is about 3 km from the city and the Poipet border crossing, it is practically a border town with Cambodia. The first step is to travel by bus or minivan from Phnom Penh to Poipet, which takes about 7-9 hours. Various companies such as Airbus, Capitol VIP, Virak Buntham Express, BookMeBus, Cambolink 21 Express or Saly Express travel on this route.
That is, some of the same companies that go further as far as Bangkok. On the route to Poipet from Phnom Penh, they will again offer classic buses with seats or sleeping beds or modern smaller minivans for a limited number of passengers.
A bus or minivan ride to Poipet from Phnom Penh costs between $11-27/pp, depending on the type of bus you choose and the route operated. Buses can again depart from various locations in Phnom Penh and then usually arrive as far as the Poipet border crossing. Bus tickets to Poipet from Phnom Penh are easy to find and buy online in advance.
You will then cross the Poipet border crossing and transfer to Aranyaprathet, which is just beyond the border crossing. From Aranyaprathet train station (Suwannason road), which is in the center of the city, there is a Thai train to Bangkok (see Thai railway map). The train journey time from Aranyaprathet to Bangkok is approximately 5.5-6 hours and the tickets are very cheap at around $1.50/pp (seat).
The train will only offer you seats on this route between Aranyaprathet to Bangkok and you can buy train tickets at the station. Transfer by bus and train is rather an alternative option and the total travel time this way is approx. 14-16 hours, so it takes longer than a transfer by bus.
❓ FAQ + TIPS – Travel route Phnom Penh to Bangkok:
1. How to book and buy tickets / flights from Phnom Penh to Bangkok?
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- Book bus tickets + flights from Phnom Penh to Bangkok on Baolau ➜ or 12go.asia ➜.
- You can search and book another route, e.g. Phnom Penh > Poipet, Poipet > Bangkok…
2. What is the travel time from Phnom Penh to Bangkok?
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- Travel by plane (direct flight) from Phnom Penh to Bangkok takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
- Travel by bus/minivan from Phnom Penh to Bangkok (via Poipet) takes about 11-15 hours.
- Travel by private taxi/car or minivan from Phnom Penh to Bangkok takes about 9-13.5 hours.
- Travel by bus + train from Phnom Penh to Bangkok (via Aranyaprathet) takes about 16-18 hours.
3. What is the travel distance from Phnom Penh to Bangkok?
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- Travel distance from Phnom Penh to Bangkok is about 700 km by land via Poipet border crossing.
4. How much does it cost to get from Phnom Penh to Bangkok?
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- Transfer by bus/minivan from Phnom Penh to Bangkok costs about $26-44/pp (depends on the bus company).
- Transfer by plane (direct flight) from Phnom Penh to Bangkok costs about $50-250.
- Transfer by private taxi/car or minivan from Phnom Penh to Bangkok costs about $250-380 (vehicle).
- Transfer by bus + train from Phnom Penh to Bangkok (via Aranyaprathet) costs about $13-23/pp.
5. What is the best way of transfer from Phnom Penh to Bangkok?
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- The best way of transport from Phnom Penh to Bangkok is definitely to use a direct flight. There are a lot of direct flights of various airlines from Asia every day and there are also low-cost flights from Phnom Penh to Bangkok.
6. What is the cheapest option of transport from Phnom Penh to Bangkok?
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- The cheapest way of transport from Phnom Penh to Bangkok in Thailand is to travel by tourist bus or van, minivan. Bus tickets to Bangkok start at $30-40/pp.
7. Where do you keep your luggage in Bangkok?
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- If you want to keep your luggage in Bangkok you can try Radical Storage service. This service offers a few places in the city center of Bangkok, it is a cheap and your luggage will be safe.
8. Is there a private taxi/car from Phnom Penh to Bangkok?
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- Yes, there is a private taxi of Glassflower from Phnom Penh to Bangkok, you can book this taxi online. Travel by taxi to Bangkok is the most expensive way of transport, you can book minivan/van or modern vehicle.
9. Is there a train from Phnom Penh to Bangkok?
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- There is no direct train from Phnom Penh to Bangkok. But you can travel by train of Royal Railway of Cambodia from Phnom Penh to Poi Pet (border crossing with Thailand). Cross the border and from Aranyaprathet in Thailand (about 5 km from Poi Pet) you can travel by train of State Raiwlay of Thailand to Bangkok.
10. How to get from Phnom Penh to Poipet?
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- From Phnom Penh to Poipet border crossing you can travel by van or bus. Travel by bus, van to Poipet takes about 9 hours from Phnom Penh. You can search and buy bus tickets online on 12go.asia or Baolau.
11. How do I get from Bangkok to Phnom Penh?
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- From Bangkok to Phnom Penh you can travel by tourist bus, train+bus or you can take a flight. It is the same way how you arrived to Bankgok. You can search and book bus tickets or flights online.
12. Where to travel from Bangkok, what to visit?
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- From Bangkok you can travel to various places in Thailand, e.g. to Chiang Mai (the most visited place in the north of Thailand), Ayutthaya or you can continue to the south of Thailand – to Surat Thani or Phuket.
13. How to explore and travel in Thailand?
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- There are various options how you can explore Thailand. You can use tourist buses, minivans, private cars/taxi, train of Thai railways, domestic flights or ferries and speedboats to various islands. Read this article: Transportation in Thailand, you can find there a lot of options and how to book and buy tickets.
14. How to travel solo in Thailand?
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- Embark on a solo adventure in Thailand by researching destinations, ensuring personal safety, trying local experiences, connecting with fellow travelers, and savoring the diverse landscapes and attractions the country has to offer. Traveling on your own in Thailand is very popular by travelers. Read this article: Solo Travel in Thailand.
15. What are the most beautiful beaches in Thailand?
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- Thailand’s coastline is adorned with an exquisite tapestry of beaches, each possessing its own allure, whether it’s the dramatic limestone cliffs and crystal-clear waters of Railay Beach, the vibrant nightlife and golden sands of Patong Beach, Ao Nang area and Koh Phi Phi Archipelago in Krabi District, or the tranquil, coconut palm-fringed shores of Koh Samui, collectively creating a symphony of natural beauty that beckons travelers to immerse themselves in the unparalleled charm of this tropical paradise. Read this article: 20 Most Beuatiful Beaches in Thailand.
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🚍 Bus Schedule / Timetable – Phnom Penh to Bangkok + Bus Tickets:
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Bus Schedule - Phnom Penh to Bangkok | Departs in Phnom Penh | Arrival in Bangkok | Bus Ticket |
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Travel Mart | 06:00 | 19:30 | From $36.00 |
Airbus | 06:00 | 18:30 | From $41.00 |
Saly Express | 07:00 | 20:30 | From $26.00 |
Saly Express | 21:00 | 11:30 | From $26.00 |
Go Ho Travel | 07:30 | 23:30 | From $35.00 |
SRL Transport | 07:30 | 17:30 | From $44.00 |
Vibol Express | 07:30 | 21:00 | From $35.00 |
Vibol Express | 20:15 | 10:15 | From $32.00 |
Thero Express | 05:00 | 16:30 | From $26.00 |
Mekong Express | 07:00 | 19:00 | From $29.00 |
Virak Buntham Express | 06:30 | 19:00 | From $31.00 |
Virak Buntham Express | 07:00 | 19:30 | From $31.00 |
Virak Buntham Express | 07:45 | 18:45 | From $31.00 |
Virak Buntham Express | 21:00 | 11:30 | From $28.00 |
Virak Buntham Express | 22:00 | 11:00 | From $31.00 |
Capitol VIP | 06:30 | 21:00 | From $27.00 |
Capitol VIP | 22:00 | 11:00 | From $27.00 |
BookMeBus | 06:30 | 19:00 | From $34.00 |
BookMeBus | 20:30 | 11:00 | From $34.00 |
BookMeBus | 22:00 | 11:00 | From $30.00 |
✈️ Flight Schedule / Timetable – Phnom Penh to Bangkok + Prices:
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Flight Schedule - Phnom Penh to Bangkok | Departure | Arrival | Price |
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VietJet Air | 10:45 | 12:00 | From $60.00 |
VietJet Air | 21:15 | 22:30 | From $60.00 |
Air Asia | 17:15 | 18:25 | From $64.00 |
Air Asia | 09:10 | 10:20 | From $71.00 |
Lanmei | 10:20 | 11:35 | From $74.00 |
Thai Smile | 20:55 | 22:00 | From $108.00 |
Thai Smile | 09:40 | 10:50 | From $124.00 |
Bangkok Air. | 15:35 | 16:50 | From $117.00 |
Bangkok Air. | 19:25 | 20:40 | From $117.00 |
Bangkok Air. | 10:55 | 12:10 | From $147.00 |
Sky Angkor | 08:00 | 09:10 | From $135.00 |
Sky Angkor | 12:30 | 13:40 | From $110.00 |
Sky Angkor | 18:00 | 19:10 | From $85.00 |
Hanh Air Systems | 11:05 | 12:20 | From $150.00 |
Hanh Air Systems | 19:10 | 20:25 | From $150.00 |