How to get from Sihanoukville to Phnom Penh

Why visit Phnom Penh?

Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia, isn’t the most enticing city. It’s busy and chaotic and doesn’t boast the same charms as Siem Reap. 

But it’s not somewhere you should skip! In fact, it’s probably the most important place to learn about the country’s devastating genocide and traumatic history. The Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and Killing Fields will open your eyes to what humanity is capable of.

There are 5 ways to travel the 215 kilometers (134 miles) from Sihanoukville to Phnom Penh. You can choose between the bus, shared minivan, taxi, train and flight. The journey takes 30 minutes - 7 hours and the quickest way is by flight. If you're on a budget, the cheapest option is by bus with tickets starting at $11 (44,000 KHR).

The bus is an affordable way to get from Sihanoukville to Phnom Penh. Bus fares start from $11 (44,000 KHR) and the journey takes around 3 to 6 hours.

You can choose from nine bus companies operating on this route: Olongpich Transport, Olongpich Express, Chan Moly Roth Transportation, Champa Mekong Express, Virak Buntham Express, Sovan Rithy Express, Airbus, Giant Ibis and Larryta Express.

Most travellers prefer to take the bus to cross the journey from Sihanoukville to Phnom Penh. Giant Ibis receives the best reviews and has a good safety record. If you wish to travel by bus, we recommend you book with them.

Bus options from Sihanoukville to Phnom Penh

The advantage of the train is that you can also transport your bicycle or motorbike. You can buy the additional tickets for $5 (20,000 KHR) at the service desk at the railway station.

The train on this route only runs on Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays. You can book your tickets online through the button provided.

For complete information on the schedules, visit their official railway website.

Train schedules from Sihanoukville to Phnom Penh

The train makes a few 10-minute stops in Kampot and Takeo and takes the following route:

Sihanoukville Railway Station – Kampot Train Station – Takeo Train Station – Phnom Penh Railway Station

A minivan ride from Sihanoukville to Phnom Penh costs around $14.20 (57,000 KHR). The minivan journey takes about 3 hours to 3 hours 55 minutes, depending on traffic.

There are five companies operating on this route: Larryta Express, Vibol Express, Sima Express, Chan Moly Roth Transportation and Sovan Rithy Express.

The flight takes around 30 minutes and prices start at $65 (260,000 KHR) for a one-way ticket. If you prefer cheaper flights, it’ll take a minimum of 20 hours to reach Phnom Penh.

Flights on this route are operated by Cambodia Angkor Air, Hanh Air and JC Airlines. Check the schedules and book your flights through the button provided below.

TIP: If you decide to travel by plane, please consider including a carbon compensation fee to reduce your impact on the environment.

There are three ways you can book a taxi. You can hail one on the road, arrange a transfer with your hotel or book a private taxi online.

Use your negotiation skills if you are hailing a taxi and make sure to specify your drop-off point. Fares usually starts at $60 (240,000 KHR).

You can book your taxi online starting at $81 (322,000 KHR) by clicking the button below.