THE SHORT VERSION
Kratie to Phnom Penh at a glance.
- From
- Kratie ក្រចេះ
- To
- Phnom Penh ភ្នំពេញ
- Road distance
- About 281 km
- Straight line
- 179 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~4 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Phnom Penh to Kratie →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Kratie
Kratie is a Mekong river town in north-east Cambodia, known for the Irrawaddy dolphins upstream at Kampi. Buses link it with Phnom Penh, Stung Treng and the Lao border.
- Kratie bus station
North-west part of town. Services to Phnom Penh, Stung Treng and the north-east.
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 Kratie
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Kratie from Phnom Penh by road?+
About 281 km by road (179 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Kratie to Phnom Penh take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 4 h 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 Kratie?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Kratie include Kratie bus station, 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 Kratie?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Phnom Penh to Kratie guide.
Where does the bus from Kratie 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 Kratie 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 Kratie 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.
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.
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