From Phnom Penh to Kampot. All Transfer options like by bus, Van Mini Bus Taxi transfers and train connections at a glance.
There are numerous transfer options to travel from Phnom Penh to Kampot to travel, and depending, which one you choose, the travel time takes between 3 and 5 hours and will cost you between 6 and 55€.
Kampot, a small town on the banks of a narrow river, has an extremely relaxed atmosphere, the locals are friendly, and the air is nowhere near as polluted as in the capital Siem Reap or even Sihanoukville.
And of course there are those Kampot Highlights also a lot to experience and see, and when the sun goes down, then you can use one of the Kampot Night Clubs choose, to date nice people and local Cambodia girls.
From Phnom Penh to Kampot by Bus
The cheapest method To travel from Phnom Penh to Kampot is the bus.
Bus transfers are often also available Night bus, these have more legroom and are also safer. The disadvantages are, that the travel time is a little longer, several stops are served.
The bus tickets and departure times with the departure points can be found via 12go.asia* see. The transfer prices are also displayed there directly and on a Google Maps the respective ones Departure locations.
I have always had good experiences with the portal and you can easily book tickets online in advance and pay securely with a credit card.
Unlike most hotel travel agencies, who often show you a nice picture of a bus and it turns out, that the vehicle is old and crappy, You can also take a closer look at the buses online.
Depending on the company and bus type, it costs one Single ticket between 7 and 9€ and the travel time is approximately 4 - 5 Hours, do not believe in the times given. Unfortunately, there are always delays due to traffic and poor road conditions.
I have had good experiences with these bus transfer companies:
- Giant Ibis Transport* 9USD
- Virak Buntham Express* 9USD
Van Mini Bus from Phnom Penh to Kampot
The van or mini buses are the most popular way to travel from Phnom Penh to Kampot. The journey time is slightly shorter compared to the bus 3 Hours. The Minu buses or vans fit up to 15 persons. The vehicles are all air-conditioned.
You stop once on the way about halfway to Kampot for a toilet and snack break 10-15 minutes.
- Pacific Express* 9USD
- Kim Seng Express* 8USD
- Vibol Express* 7USD
Taxi from Phnom Penh to Kampot
They are a little faster than all other means of transport private taxi transfer, which you in short 2h 30 minutes from Phnom Penh to Kampot.
You can find a private taxi online, ask at the hotel or find a taxi driver on the street.
Once when I inquired at the reception of my hotel in Phnom Penh, how much they charge for the transfer, I was told 75€. Of course, the hotel also receives a commission, so I wouldn't ask the hotel for help, just go out on the street and ask the taxi drivers themselves.
55€ should be a fair price for the private taxi transfer, but I would only recommend you, to take the taxi, if you check the price 2-3 can share with other people, Otherwise it's a waste of money and the minivans offer a much better price-performance ratio.
Train from Phnom Penh to Kampot
If you are looking for an alternative to bus and taxi transfers, then you can also take a train from Phnom Penh to Kampot.
It's the same line, which also goes to Sihanoukville. There is only one daily connection from Phnom Penh, the ticket costs 8 USD (just one class) and the travel time by train is approximately 4,5 Hours.
Train connection:
4h, 40m drive in Train #T07 with Cambodia Royal Railway*
You don't need to book your tickets in advance, You can also simply buy these on site at the train station.
The train station in Phnom Penh is located in the city center, just about 700 meters from Wat Phnom. The train station in Kampot is approximately 4 km northeast of the city. From there you need to take a tuk tuk to your hotel for about 2-3 USD.