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Leaving behind the colonial charm and creative pulse of Battambang for the serene riverside life of Kampong Chhnang is a journey through the agricultural heart of Cambodia. While many travelers rush past this region on their way to the capital, those who stop in Kampong Chhnang are rewarded with a glimpse into a world of floating villages and traditional pottery.
Booking platforms list shared vans and buses between the two provincial towns. You can browse and book on GoAsia.cc.
Battambang to Kampong Chhnang by Van
Shared vans take from about 3 hours 30 minutes, longer with stops and traffic.[1] On booking platforms, a van seat costs about $8 (October 2026).[1]
Battambang to Kampong Chhnang by Bus
Buses and minibuses take from about 2 hours 45 minutes.[1] On booking platforms, tickets cost about $9 to $15 (October 2026).[1] Booking platforms also list overnight hotel buses and sleepers, which arrive in Kampong Chhnang at night or in the early morning.[1]
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Price (USD) | Duration |
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| Van | About $8[1] | From about 3h 30min[1] |
| Bus | About $9 - $15[1] | From about 2h 45min[1] |
Tips for Traveling from Battambang to Kampong Chhnang
- Pick-up Points: Check when you book where your operator departs and whether it offers a hotel pickup.
- Luggage: If you are traveling with large backpacks or suitcases, a bus with a luggage hold is often more convenient than a van.
Timetable
| Bus Battambang - Kampong Chhnang $ 9.25–15.28 2h 45m – 4h 30m | |
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| Van Battambang - Kampong Chhnang $ 7.64 3h 30m – 4h 30m | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Battambang to Kampong Chhnang, including current prices and schedules.
The cheapest way is by van, at about $8 on booking platforms (October 2026).
Buses and minibuses are the fastest, with some taking from about 2 hours 45 minutes, depending on traffic.
The journey takes from about 2 hours 45 minutes by bus and from about 3 hours 30 minutes by van. The exact time depends on the vehicle and the number of stops.
Booking platforms list overnight hotel buses and sleepers. Check the departure and arrival times when you book, because they can reach Kampong Chhnang in the early hours.
Not for passengers. Royal Railway's passenger stations are Phnom Penh, Pursat, Mong Russei, Battambang, Preah Sihanouk, Kampot, Kep and Takeo, so Kampong Chhnang is not among them.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] 12Go: 12Go timetable Battambang - Kampong Chhnang. Retrieved October 20, 2026.
- [2] Royal Railway Cambodia: Passenger Train. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
Guide prices and journey times are indicative, not live quotes. A booked package may include transfers and waiting time as well as the main journey. Check the selected offer, pickup point and current conditions before booking.