THE SHORT VERSION
Don Det to Phnom Penh at a glance.
- From
- Don Det ດອນເດດ
- To
- Phnom Penh ភ្នំពេញ
- Straight line
- 291 km
- Return route
- Phnom Penh to Don Det →
- Border
- Laos → Cambodia. Passport and visa needed
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Don Det
Don Det is one of the 4,000 Islands in the Mekong in far southern Laos. Bus tickets to Don Det combine a bus or minivan to Ban Nakasang with a short boat ride to the island.
- Ban Nakasang boat landing
Minivans and buses stop here; small boats cross to Don Det.
Arriving in Phnom Penh
Arrival points vary by company. Ask for the drop-off address before booking.
- Company offices
Cross-border buses leave from operator offices rather than one central terminal.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Check current visa and e-visa rules for both Cambodia and Vietnam before travelling overland.
KEEP GOING
From Phnom Penh, the road continues.
This trip includes a boat crossing. For ferry routes and timetables, see our sister site FerryConnect.
Other ways to reach Phnom Penh
More buses from Don Det
USEFUL FOR THIS TRIP
Sort the small things before you go.
Partner links. We may earn a commission if you buy through them, at no extra cost to you.
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How long does the bus from Don Det to Phnom Penh take?+
Journey times depend on the service and any boat connection. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Don Det?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Don Det include Ban Nakasang boat landing, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Phnom Penh to Don Det?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Phnom Penh to Don Det guide.
Where does the bus from Don Det arrive in Phnom Penh?+
It depends on the operator. In Phnom Penh, services use Company offices. Arrival points vary by company. Ask for the drop-off address before booking.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Phnom Penh?+
Arrival points vary by company. Ask for the drop-off address before booking.
What kind of bus runs from Don Det to Phnom Penh?+
Tickets to Phnom Penh usually combine a bus or van with a boat. The vehicle type, seat style and boat connection are shown for each departure on 12Go.
Can I book the Don Det to Phnom Penh bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Phnom Penh by bus?+
Direct buses from Phnom Penh include Kampong Cham, Kampot, Chau Doc, Ha Tien, Kep and more. See all connections on our Phnom Penh bus page.
Does the trip to Phnom Penh include a ferry?+
Yes, Phnom Penh is an island, so the journey includes a boat crossing. Check whether your ticket covers the boat and the transfer from the pier, and allow for weather delays.
Do I need a visa to take the bus from Don Det to Phnom Penh?+
This journey crosses from Laos into Cambodia. Check the current entry and visa rules for your nationality before you travel, and keep your passport with you on the bus.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
12Go: Don Det to Phnom Penh bus route listing ↗Wikivoyage: Don Det (Get in) ↗Wikivoyage: Phnom Penh (Get in) ↗How BusConnects uses sources →