THE SHORT VERSION
Phnom Penh to Kratie at a glance.
- From
- Phnom Penh ភ្នំពេញ
- To
- Kratie ក្រចេះ
- Road distance
- About 281 km
- Straight line
- 179 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~4 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Kratie 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 Kratie
The town is small and most guesthouses are near the river.
- Kratie bus station
North-west part of town. Services to Phnom Penh, Stung Treng and the north-east.
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.
- Book through-tickets to the Lao 4,000 Islands rather than paying for each leg at the border.
KEEP GOING
From Kratie, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Kratie
More buses from Phnom Penh
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Phnom Penh from Kratie 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 Phnom Penh to Kratie 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 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 Kratie to Phnom Penh?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Kratie to Phnom Penh guide.
Where does the bus from Phnom Penh arrive in Kratie?+
It depends on the operator. In Kratie, services use Kratie bus station. The town is small and most guesthouses are near the river.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Kratie?+
The town is small and most guesthouses are near the river.
What kind of bus runs from Phnom Penh to Kratie?+
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 Kratie 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 Kratie by bus?+
Direct buses from Kratie include Stung Treng, Kampong Cham, Pakse, Siem Reap. See all connections on our Kratie 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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