How to Get from Krong Stung Treng to Phnom Penh
Krong Stung Treng to Phnom Penh by bus from about $12, by van, or by private transfer. Compare prices and travel times.
Last updated: November 5, 2026
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Stung Treng's quiet Mekong riverfront gives way to the bustle of Phnom Penh. The road runs south across the Cambodian plains, and many travelers take it after exploring Ratanakiri or Mondulkiri.
Krong Stung Treng to Phnom Penh by Bus
Booking platforms list daytime seater buses and overnight hotel buses for about $12 to $17 (November 2026). The daytime bus takes from about 5 hours 30 minutes, and the overnight hotel buses up to about 9 hours 30 minutes.[1]
Krong Stung Treng to Phnom Penh by Van
A luxury van costs about $16 (November 2026) and takes from about 6 hours 40 minutes.[1]
Krong Stung Treng to Phnom Penh by Private Transfer
A private transfer picks you up at your guesthouse and drops you at your hotel. Booking platforms list vehicles from a 3-seat car to a 25-seat minibus. Prices start at about $380 (November 2026), and the drive takes from about 6 hours 30 minutes.[1]
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Price (USD) | Duration |
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| Bus (seater or hotel) | About $12 - $17[1] | From about 5h 30min |
| Van (luxury) | About $16[1] | From about 6h 40min |
| Private transfer | From about $380[1] | From about 6h 30min |
Tips for Traveling from Krong Stung Treng to Phnom Penh
- Book the sleeper early: Hotel buses are popular, so reserve a few days ahead and ask for a lower bunk.
- Bring a layer: Buses and vans run strong air conditioning, so keep a light jacket in your carry-on.
- Pack snacks and water: Carry your own supplies for the long ride.
- Check the arrival point: Bus companies in Phnom Penh use their own terminals, so find out where yours arrives before you plan the tuk-tuk ride to your hotel.
Timetable
| Bus Krong Stung Treng - Phnom Penh $ 12.41–17.19 5h 30m – 9h 30m | |
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| Taxi Krong Stung Treng - Phnom Penh $ 379.83–505.34 6h 30m | |
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| Van Krong Stung Treng - Phnom Penh $ 16.23 6h 40m | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Krong Stung Treng to Phnom Penh, including current prices and schedules.
Buses are the cheapest, at about $12 to $17 (November 2026).
The daytime seater bus, which takes from about 5 hours 30 minutes.
From about 5 hours 30 minutes by daytime bus, and up to about 9 hours 30 minutes by overnight hotel bus.
Yes. Booking platforms list private transfers in vehicles from a 3-seat car to a 25-seat minibus, with prices from about $380 (November 2026).
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] 12Go: 12Go timetable. Retrieved November 5, 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.