Contents
- 1. Kampong Chhnang to Battambang by Bus
- 1.1 Seater Buses and Minibuses
- 1.2 Hotel and Sleeper Buses
- 2. Kampong Chhnang to Battambang by Van
- 2.1 VIP Minivan and Standard Van
- 3. Comparing Your Options
- 4. Tips for Traveling from Kampong Chhnang to Battambang
- 5. Timetable
- 6. Frequently Asked Questions
- 7. Sources and background
Kampong Chhnang is a riverside town known for its pottery villages. From here, National Highway 5 runs north through the rice paddies of the Tonle Sap basin to Battambang, a city of colonial-era streets and a lively arts scene.[1]
Buses and vans pass through Kampong Chhnang on the way from Phnom Penh, so you can choose between big coaches, minibuses, vans and overnight buses. You can secure your seat on GoAsia.cc.
Kampong Chhnang to Battambang by Bus
Buses cost about $8 to $15 on booking platforms (October 2026) and take from about 2 hours 30 minutes, up to 4 hours 35 minutes.[2]
Seater Buses and Minibuses
Daytime services use 45-seat buses and minibuses, with departures spread across the day.[2]
Hotel and Sleeper Buses
Hotel buses, luxury hotel buses and Sleeper 34 buses with beds run overnight and take from about 3 hours 30 minutes. Because the ride is short for a sleeper, they reach Battambang in the middle of the night.[2]
Kampong Chhnang to Battambang by Van
Vans cost about $8 to $10 on booking platforms (October 2026) and take from about 3 hours to 4 hours 30 minutes.[2]
VIP Minivan and Standard Van
Two van classes run on this route: the VIP minivan and the standard 13-seat van. The 13-seat van is the cheapest way to go, from about $8.[2]
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Price (USD) | Duration |
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| Van | $8 - $10 | 3h - 4h 30m[2] |
| Bus | $8 - $15 | 2h 30m - 4h 35m[2] |
Tips for Traveling from Kampong Chhnang to Battambang
- Boarding point: Check the pick-up point on your booking confirmation before you set off, so you know exactly where your operator's stop is.
- Luggage: With large suitcases or bulky backpacks, a big seater bus is more convenient. Vans have limited luggage space.
- Connections: Leave a buffer if you have a tight connection in Battambang. Roadworks and traffic can add delays.
- Booking: Book a day or two ahead at weekends and around public holidays, when the route fills with people heading home.
Timetable
| Bus Kampong Chhnang - Battambang $ 8.42–15.28 2h 30m – 4h 35m | |
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| Van Kampong Chhnang - Battambang $ 7.64–10.10 3h – 4h 30m | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Kampong Chhnang to Battambang, including current prices and schedules.
Vans and minibuses, from about $8 on booking platforms (October 2026).
The bus, from about 2 hours 30 minutes.
Between about 2 hours 30 minutes and 4 hours 35 minutes, depending on the type of vehicle and the stops along the highway.
Yes. Hotel buses, luxury hotel buses and Sleeper 34 buses run overnight, at up to about $15.
The VIP minivan is a separate class from the standard 13-seat van and costs a little more, up to about $10 against about $8.
The pick-up point is shown on your booking confirmation. Ask the operator to share the exact location if it is unclear.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] Ministry of Tourism of Cambodia, TourismCambodia.com: Phnom Odong, Attraction in Kandal. Retrieved October 18, 2026.
- [2] 12Go: Kampong Chhnang to Battambang timetable. Retrieved October 25, 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.
