THE SHORT VERSION
Kep to Phnom Penh at a glance.
- From
- Kep កែប
- To
- Phnom Penh ភ្នំពេញ
- Road distance
- About 165 km
- Straight line
- 145 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Phnom Penh to Kep →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Kep
Kep is a small seaside town on Cambodia's south coast, known for its crab market. Buses run from Phnom Penh, and minibuses link it with Kampot and Sihanoukville.
- Kep town stops
Buses stop in town; Kampot is about half an hour away.
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.
Other ways to reach Phnom Penh
More buses from Kep
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Kep from Phnom Penh by road?+
About 165 km by road (145 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Kep to Phnom Penh 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 Kep?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Kep include Kep town stops, 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 Kep?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Phnom Penh to Kep guide.
Where does the bus from Kep 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 Kep to Phnom Penh?+
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 Kep 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, Bavet and more. See all connections on our Phnom Penh bus page.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
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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.
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