THE SHORT VERSION
Phnom Penh to Kampong Cham at a glance.
- From
- Phnom Penh ភ្នំពេញ
- To
- Kampong Cham កំពង់ចាម
- Road distance
- About 105 km
- Straight line
- 72 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~1 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Kampong Cham to Phnom Penh →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Phnom Penh
Phnom Penh is Cambodia's capital and has direct international buses to Ho Chi Minh City via the Moc Bai–Bavet border. Most cross-border companies run from their own offices in the city.
- Company offices
Cross-border buses leave from operator offices rather than one central terminal.
Arriving in Kampong Cham
Most of the town is walkable from the bus stops.
- Company stops near the Mekong bridge roundabout
Most buses and minibuses stop on Highway 7 near the bridge.
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.
- Try to arrive before dusk if you haven't booked a room.
KEEP GOING
From Kampong Cham, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Kampong Cham
More buses from Phnom Penh
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Phnom Penh from Kampong Cham by road?+
About 105 km by road (72 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Phnom Penh to Kampong Cham take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 1 h 30 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 Phnom Penh?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Phnom Penh include Company offices, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Kampong Cham to Phnom Penh?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Kampong Cham to Phnom Penh guide.
Where does the bus from Phnom Penh arrive in Kampong Cham?+
It depends on the operator. In Kampong Cham, services use Company stops near the Mekong bridge roundabout. Most of the town is walkable from the bus stops.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Kampong Cham?+
Most of the town is walkable from the bus stops.
What kind of bus runs from Phnom Penh to Kampong Cham?+
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 Phnom Penh to Kampong Cham 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 Kampong Cham by bus?+
Direct buses from Kampong Cham include Kratie, Siem Reap, Banlung. See all connections on our Kampong Cham 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.
12Go: Phnom Penh to Kampong Cham bus route listing ↗Wikivoyage: Phnom Penh (Get in) ↗Wikivoyage: Kampong Cham (Get in) ↗How BusConnects uses sources →