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National Museum of Cambodia
Leading collection of Khmer sculpture and sacred art, housed in a distinctive terracotta museum near the Royal Palace.
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Kampot to Phnom Penh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kampot to Phnom Penh will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
On Fri 13 Nov, we found 2 buses from Kampot to Phnom Penh, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 133 km distance in an average of 4 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 23 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 24 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Buses from Kampot to Phnom Penh run on average 38 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 38 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:00, the last at 20:00. The fastest coach covers the 133 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 133 km |
Average bus duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 38 |
Direct buses 38 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 5:00 |
Last bus 20:00 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Kampot to Phnom Penh.
The table below shows live departures for Kampot to Phnom Penh coaches for today, Thursday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Minivan | 10:30 Kampot | 3h00 | 13:30 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 10:30 Kampot | 3h00 | 13:30 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 10:30 Kampot | 3h00 | 13:30 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 11:00 Kampot | 3h00 | 14:00 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 11:30 Kampot | 3h00 | 14:30 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 11:30 Kampot | 3h00 | 14:30 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 12:00 Kampot | 2h45 | 14:45 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 12:00 Kampot | 3h30 | 15:30 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 12:00 Kampot | 3h00 | 15:00 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 12:30 Kampot | 3h00 | 15:30 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 12:30 Kampot | 3h00 | 15:30 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 12:30 Kampot | 3h00 | 15:30 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 13:00 Kampot | 2h45 | 15:45 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 13:00 Kampot | 3h00 | 16:00 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 13:30 Kampot | 3h00 | 16:30 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Seater | 13:30 Kampot | 4h00 | 17:30 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 13:30 Kampot | 4h00 | 17:30 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 13:30 Kampot | 3h00 | 16:30 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 13:30 Kampot | 3h00 | 16:30 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 14:00 Kampot | 3h00 | 17:00 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 14:05 Kampot | 3h00 | 17:05 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Airbus | 14:15 Kampot | 3h15 | 17:30 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 14:30 Kampot | 3h00 | 17:30 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 14:30 Kampot | 3h00 | 17:30 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 14:30 Kampot | 3h00 | 17:30 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 15:00 Kampot | 3h00 | 18:00 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 15:30 Kampot | 3h00 | 18:30 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 15:30 Kampot | 3h00 | 18:30 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 16:00 Kampot | 3h00 | 19:00 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 16:00 Kampot | 2h45 | 18:45 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 16:30 Kampot | 3h00 | 19:30 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 16:30 Kampot | 3h00 | 19:30 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 16:45 Kampot | 3h00 | 19:45 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 17:00 Kampot | 3h00 | 20:00 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 17:30 Kampot | 3h00 | 20:30 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 17:30 Kampot | 3h00 | 20:30 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 17:30 Kampot | 2h00 | 19:30 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 17:45 Kampot | 3h00 | 20:45 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 18:00 Kampot | 2h45 | 20:45 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 18:30 Kampot | 3h00 | 21:30 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 18:30 Kampot | 3h00 | 21:30 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 18:45 Kampot | 3h00 | 21:45 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Hotel Bus( Sleeper ) | 19:00 Kampot | 4h00 | 23:00 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 19:00 Kampot | 4h00 | 23:00 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Hotel Bus( Sleeper ) | 19:15 Kampot | 2h45 | 22:00 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Hotel Bus( Sleeper ) | 19:30 Kampot | 3h00 | 22:30 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 19:45 Kampot | 3h00 | 22:45 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Hotel Bus( Sleeper ) | 20:00 Kampot | 3h55 | 23:55 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 20:30 Kampot | 3h00 | 23:30 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
Minivan | 20:45 Kampot | 3h00 | 23:45 Phnom Penh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Leading collection of Khmer sculpture and sacred art, housed in a distinctive terracotta museum near the Royal Palace.
Important former school prison museum presenting documented accounts of Khmer Rouge crimes through preserved rooms and archives.
Contemporary art gallery and cultural space showing rotating exhibitions, performances and design projects by Cambodian creatives.
Lively riverside promenade popular for walking, people-watching and sunset views beside the Tonlé Sap and Mekong rivers.
Leafy urban park around Independence Monument, well suited to evening strolls, local exercise and city-centre sightseeing.
Revitalised warehouse district with murals, creative studios and public events, popular with younger locals and returning visitors.
Rice noodles in a light fish gravy with herbs and vegetables. A classic Khmer breakfast with delicate, fresh flavours.
Stir-fried rice noodles with soy sauce, Chinese chives and beef or seafood. A popular Phnom Penh street dish with Chinese-Khmer roots.
A fragrant coconut curry with chicken, fish or beef, traditionally mild and rich, often served at family gatherings and celebrations.
Casual local favourite for noodle soups, porridge and everyday Khmer-Chinese comfort food, with several branches in the city.
Well-known social enterprise restaurant serving refined Cambodian dishes in a stylish, relaxed dining room near the National Museum.
Elegant riverside dining focused on Khmer cuisine, with polished service and a calm setting inside FCC Angkor by Avani Phnom Penh.
Budget-friendly for most travellers. Rooms, local meals and tuk-tuks cost less than in many Asian capitals, though imported goods and upscale dining are pricier.
Tipping is appreciated but not expected. Round up taxis and cafés, and leave around 5-10% in restaurants if service is not already included.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kampot to Phnom Penh by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Phnom Penh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Kampot to Phnom Penh buses use the to Phnom Penh, National Maternal and Child Health Center (ភ្នំពេញ, មជ្ឈមណ្ឌលជាតិគាំពារមាតា និងទារក) station pair, with some services arriving at Phnom Penh, Khan Daun Penh. Use this guide to compare Kampot and Phnom Penh bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Phnom Penh, National Maternal and Child Health Center (ភ្នំពេញ, មជ្ឈមណ្ឌលជាតិគាំពារមាតា និងទារក) is 2 km from Phnom Penh city centre. Public transport options include:
Phnom Penh, National Maternal and Child Health Center (ភ្នំពេញ, មជ្ឈមណ្ឌលជាតិគាំពារមាតា និងទារក) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and WC.
Food options include: Small local food vendors nearby
ATMs are several ATMs within walking distance.
Available at Phnom Penh, National Maternal and Child Health Center (ភ្នំពេញ, មជ្ឈមណ្ឌលជាតិគាំពារមាតា និងទារក): Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Phnom Penh, National Maternal and Child Health Center (ភ្នំពេញ, មជ្ឈមណ្ឌលជាតិគាំពារមាតា និងទារក): Ground-level access.
Phnom Penh, Khan Daun Penh is 1 km from Phnom Penh city centre. Public transport options include:
Phnom Penh, Khan Daun Penh has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
Free Wi-Fi available in terminal. ATMs are aTMs from several banks available.
Ticket office support is available at Phnom Penh, Khan Daun Penh.
Available at Phnom Penh, Khan Daun Penh: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Phnom Penh, Khan Daun Penh: Basic ramps available.
Phnom Penh is 1 km from Phnom Penh city centre. Public transport options include:
Phnom Penh has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food stalls and small restaurants available in and around terminal
Free Wi-Fi available in main terminal. ATMs are aTMs from several banks available.
Ticket office support is available at Phnom Penh.
Available at Phnom Penh: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Phnom Penh: Basic ramps available.
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