Contents
- 1. Phnom Penh to Kampong Cham by Van
- 1.1 VIP and Luxury Vans
- 1.2 Standard Minivans
- 2. Phnom Penh to Kampong Cham by Bus
- 2.1 Seater Buses
- 2.2 Sleeper and Hotel Buses
- 3. Phnom Penh to Kampong Cham by Private Transfer
- 4. Comparing Your Options
- 5. Tips for Traveling from Phnom Penh to Kampong Cham
- 6. Timetable
- 7. Frequently Asked Questions
- 8. Sources and background
Kampong Cham sits on the Mekong and moves at a slower pace than the capital. The journey north is a short change from city sprawl to rubber plantations and French colonial architecture.
The route follows National Highway 6 and then National Highway 7 through villages with markets spilling onto the roadside and stilted wooden houses behind the palms. Buses and vans to Kampong Cham leave every 15 minutes to 1 hour, daily from 06:00 to midnight.[1] On GoAsia.cc you can compare all options and book your ticket.
Phnom Penh to Kampong Cham by Van
Vans are faster and more frequent than large buses. On booking platforms, a seat costs about $8 to $9 (October 2026).[2] The trip takes from about 2 hours and up to 3 hours 30 minutes, depending on the operator and the stops.[2]
VIP and Luxury Vans
The VIP and Luxury vans are the popular choice with tourists, with air conditioning and more legroom than local transport. They run frequently through the daylight hours, so a mid-morning or afternoon departure is easy to find.
Standard Minivans
Standard minivans are the most economical. They can stop more often to pick up or drop off passengers along the highway.
Phnom Penh to Kampong Cham by Bus
Bus tickets cost about $7 to $9 on booking platforms (October 2026), and the ride takes from about 2 hours and up to 3 hours.[2]
Seater Buses
Daytime seater buses are large vehicles with a high vantage point over the countryside, a relaxed way to watch rural life roll by.
Sleeper and Hotel Buses
Even on this short route, several operators run Sleeper and Hotel buses in the evening. You will not get a full night of sleep, but they work if you want to reach Kampong Cham before midnight.
Phnom Penh to Kampong Cham by Private Transfer
A private car or van picks you up at your hotel in Phnom Penh and drops you at your destination in Kampong Cham, so you skip the tuk-tuk to and from the bus station. On booking platforms, prices run from about $80 for a 3-seat car to about $318 for a 25-seat minibus (October 2026).[2] The drive takes from about 2 hours 20 minutes.[2] Vehicles range from 7-seat minivans to 10 to 17-seat vans.
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Price (USD) | Duration | Comfort |
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| Van | $8 - $9 | From about 2h to 3h 30min | Medium[2] |
| Bus | $7 - $9 | From about 2h to 3h | Medium to High[2] |
| Private Transfer | $80 - $318 | From about 2h 20min to 3h | Very High[2] |
Tips for Traveling from Phnom Penh to Kampong Cham
- Book in Advance: The popular VIP van times fill up on Fridays and Sundays, when people travel between the capital and their home provinces.
- Check Your Departure Point: Companies depart from their own offices around Phnom Penh. Double-check the exact location in your booking confirmation.
- Luggage: With a lot of gear, a private transfer or a larger bus is more comfortable than a van.
Timetable
| Bus Phnom Penh - Kampong Cham $ 7.25–8.64 2h – 3h | |
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| Taxi Phnom Penh - Kampong Cham $ 79.06–316.09 2h 20m – 3h | |
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| Van Phnom Penh - Kampong Cham $ 7.68–9.30 2h – 3h 30m | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Phnom Penh to Kampong Cham, including current prices and schedules.
The bus is cheapest, with tickets from about $7 on booking platforms. Vans cost about $8 to $9.
A private transfer or a VIP van, from about 2 hours 20 minutes for the car, depending on traffic leaving Phnom Penh.
Plan on 2 to 3.5 hours. Buses and private cars sit at the short end, vans that make several stops at the long end.
Yes. Hotel Buses and Sleeper buses leave in the evening, and they suit late arrivals in the capital.
Yes. Private transfers come as 7-seat minivans, 15-seat vans and 25-seat minibuses, at about $80 to $318.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] Ministry of Tourism of Cambodia, TourismCambodia.com: Transportation - Kampong Cham. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
- [2] 12Go: Phnom Penh - Kampong Cham timetable. Retrieved October 20, 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.