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CAMBODIA → VIETNAM · BUS ROUTE GUIDE

Kampot
↳ Rach Giaby bus.

Bus services from Kampot to Rach Gia are listed on 12Go, where you can compare operators, departure times and prices for your date. The road distance is about 142 km. By car that is roughly 2 h 15 min without stops; buses usually take longer once pickups and rest breaks are included.

142 km by road~2 h 15 min by carBorder crossing
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Map is illustrative: straight lines show connections, not the road taken. Outlines: Natural Earth.

THE SHORT VERSION

Kampot to Rach Gia at a glance.

From
Kampot កំពត
To
Rach Gia Rạch Giá
Road distance
About 142 km
Straight line
124 km
Car time, no stops
~2 h 15 min buses take longer
Return route
Not listed as direct
Border
Cambodia → Vietnam. Passport and visa needed

THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Right place. Right bus. Better start.

1

Leaving Kampot

Kampot is a riverside town in southern Cambodia, known for its pepper farms and Bokor Mountain. Many companies run buses and minibuses from Phnom Penh, and short hops link it with Kep and Sihanoukville.

  • Kampot central bus station
    Most buses end here, a short walk from the main guesthouse streets.
2

Arriving in Rach Gia

Some large operators run free shuttles from the bus station to hotels. Ask the bus staff when you arrive.

  • Rach Gia Bus Station · Bến xe Rạch Giá
    Services to Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho, Ha Tien and Delta towns.
Rach Gia
Rach Gia. Photo: Daniel Berthold, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
3

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.

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Good to know in Rach Gia
  • Boats to Phu Quoc leave from the Rach Gia ferry terminal. Combined bus-and-boat tickets are common.

KEEP GOING

From Rach Gia, the road continues.

All buses from and to Rach Gia

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GOOD QUESTIONS

Before you take your seat.

How far is Kampot from Rach Gia by road?+

About 142 km by road (124 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.

How long does the bus from Kampot to Rach Gia take?+

We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 2 h 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.

Where does the bus leave from in Kampot?+

It depends on the operator. Main options in Kampot include Kampot central bus station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.

Is there a bus back from Rach Gia to Kampot?+

12Go's public route list doesn't include Rach Gia to Kampot as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.

Where does the bus from Kampot arrive in Rach Gia?+

It depends on the operator. In Rach Gia, services use Rach Gia Bus Station. Some large operators run free shuttles from the bus station to hotels. Ask the bus staff when you arrive.

How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Rach Gia?+

Some large operators run free shuttles from the bus station to hotels. Ask the bus staff when you arrive.

What kind of bus runs from Kampot to Rach Gia?+

It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.

Can I book the Kampot to Rach Gia 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 Rach Gia by bus?+

Direct buses from Rach Gia include Can Tho, Ho Chi Minh City, Vung Tau, Da Lat, Nha Trang. See all connections on our Rach Gia bus page.

Do I need a visa to take the bus from Kampot to Rach Gia?+

This journey crosses from Cambodia into Vietnam. 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: Kampot to Rach Gia bus route listing ↗Wikivoyage: Kampot (Get in) ↗Wikivoyage: Rach Gia (Get in) ↗How BusConnects uses sources →