Phnom Penh/Cambodia Buses
Buses are everywhere in Cambodia, here’s how to discover what, where, and when.
Update for Phnom Penh City Buses
3 August 23: According to a driver that I spoke with, there are no printed maps as yet. However, there is an updated City Bus App. Download from Playstore etc. The front page is in Khmer, so click the top left, the word “Location” and follow the instructions. You may need to register with your name and phone number. Looks OK but I’ve not yet tested it thoroughly.
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Long-distance bus services
1 April 2024: Just a note to say that the interprovincial bus station on Street 217, close to Central Market, remains closed. However, there is a desk where tickets can be purchased, including for services to Vietnam.
Unless you are in the city, consider booking directly online with the various companies operating services.
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26 April 23: We understand that a South Korean company is about to donate 1000 buses to Cambodia. It would appear that these will be used in the city and on interprovincial routes. More information to follow but I have already noticed many new models, painted bright green.
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13 April 23: Thank you for visiting this page dealing with Phnom Penh/Cambodia Buses. Many of us enjoy traveling by bus, relax & watch the ever-changing scenery pass by. Whether it be the excellent Phnom Penh City Buses, or further afield, with the varied selection of countrywide services, to many corners of the country, at affordable prices.
Almost all Covid restrictions have now been lifted and bus services are beginning to return. Camboticket has details of various routes at this link: https://www.camboticket.com/
Alternatively, consider taking a bus to the border, crossing on foot & connecting with ongoing services on the other side. Conveniently, the majority of crossings are now open, although some entry conditions may apply. Before you book, make sure about visas, proof of vaccination, etc.
TIP: To avoid disappointment, it is vital to check, before you travel.
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A note about going to Vietnam ?
Bus services are now running through to Ho Chi Minh City from Phnom Penh. Various companies plying this route, but Giant Ibis who have an office close to the Night Market, are worth considering. They have two departures daily, one at 8am and another at 9.45am. Fare $35 for the 6-hour trip. However, best check for the latest information and bookings at their website: https://www.giantibis.com
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13 Nov. 22: The inter-provincial bus station building on street 217, very close to Central Market, remains closed. However, just outside to the right, you will find a desk where you can book and pay for tickets to many destinations. I was quoted 45000r for the ride to Poi Pet using Sorya Express, which uses large buses with flat beds.
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12 Nov.22: Virak Buntham has a service to Bangkok via Poi Pet, using a “hotel bus” with flat beds but with a change of bus at the Thai border. Late evening departures from $20. Contact them for full details and fares etc.
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11 Feb. 22 Revised app for Phnom Penh City Bus: This upgraded version is said to work faster than the previous one. Download for free via onelink.to/citybus from either the Google Play Store or Apple’s App Store. (requires iOS 10.0 or later).
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15 January 22: Update for Phnom Penh/Cambodia Buses. Looks like full service on City Bus with revised signs at bus stops. They have installed a partition between the driver and passenger areas so one must enter the bus via the original exit. There is a money box, where you insert the fare through a convenient slot. More to follow, but still unable to get an updated printed map.
Nonetheless, some bus stops have route information. You may, however, need to be quite tall, with good eyesight, to be able to read it, and sometimes through overgrown foliage.
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Post Office minivan passenger services update: 15 December 21: Checked at the Post Office and told services still running. We suggest that you go directly to the Post Office to inquire and make bookings. I asked about Kampot and was told that the service runs each Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at 7:30am with a one-way fare of $6.50. Please scroll down to our original entry.
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5 December 21: I visited the inter-provincial bus station, Phnom Penh Sorya Transport on street 217, very close to Central Market, and found that it remains closed due to Covid.
15 November 2021: Phnom Penh/Cambodia Buses Pleased to say that City Bus is operating again but maybe with some route and bus number changes. It appears that bus stops have been renumbered. I took a bus from Calmette Hospital down Monivong Blvd. for Central Market, with no change to the fare of 1500r, and as before, the bus was very clean and airconditioned. Looks like this is a gradual get back to normal. I’ll try to get more details and an updated printed route map.
9 November 21: I have noticed that some City Buses appear to be making a comeback. In particular around Central Market and Monivong Blvd. Does anyone have any information about this? Perhaps simply blowing the dust out or testing the system.
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28 August 21: Sadly, the suspension of City Bus services from the 26th of March 20, due to CD19, is still in place. Moreover, there are still no international bus or boat services. Nevertheless, we will update this information as details are announced by the authorities.
Nonetheless, many inter-provincial services are now operating. Check with transport providers for the latest details for your intended journey. Nevertheless, due to Covid CD19, things can change rapidly and may be without notice. Always, therefore, check with your service provider.
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General advice for travelers going to Cambodia at this link: https://fuzzykensblog.com/phnom-penh-guide-travelling-to-cambodia/
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More advice for tourists/travelers already in Cambodia, at this link: https://fuzzykensblog.com/phnom-penh-city-transport/
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Health and Safety issues: https://fuzzykensblog.com/travel-health-and-safety/
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Remember, when traveling on Phnom Penh/Cambodia Buses, to always have your passport & insurance documents with you, just in case. Also, may help to have your vaccination card with you.
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Important, the following information, which we have decided to leave here for reference, applied to the public City Bus services prior to the Covid shutdown. However, when City Bus returns, we will publish updates & amendments as appropriate.
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City Bus drivers now appear to be willing/able to change money to the correct amount for passengers to insert in the box. Not sure whether this is company policy, but I think it will help. Let’s see what happens. Additionally, you get a ticket, as shown below, once you have paid the fare. I’m unsure as to whether this applies to all routes and/or, whether it will become a permanent feature.
Sometimes, unclear as to where the buses actually stop. Some stops have a clearly defined shelter, like the one pictured above, whereas others have a map on a pole, sometimes positioned so high up it’s difficult to read, with some partly concealed by foliage. Various stops are indicated by the words “BUS STOP” painted in yellow on the road surface, while others have nothing at all. Moreover, a system indicating stops would help passengers know where they are. However, despite all this, it’s very good value for money.
I recommend downloading the City Bus app “Stops Near Me” Although not the complete picture, it is an invaluable tool for City Bus users, whether you are waiting for a bus or already a passenger. However, when the service resumes, I hope that the app will show road and bus stop numbers.
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Let’s hope that this brilliant service is re-instated soon.
Buses, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
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Inter-provincial and international bus services
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Important: The following information, which we are leaving here for reference, applied to inter-provincial & international services before the Covid shutdown. However, updates will be published when information becomes available.
Note about inter-provincial bus services
6 Sept.20 For inter-provincial bus services go to this link:. https://www.camboticket.com/ Lots of useful information about different companies, including prices and making bookings:
Beyond the city, there are many country-wide services, some of which can be booked at Phnom Penh Sorya Transport on Street 217 very close to Central Market. Buses go to the main towns of Battambang, Siem Reap & Poi Pet to the North & others go south to Kep, Kampot & Sihanoukville. Moreover, buses may serve intermediate towns.
You can book the through service, almost 300 kilometers, to Ho Chi Minh City. Visit the ticket office for fares & departure times. Ask about toilet facilities & refreshments on longer journeys. Moreover, those heading to Vietnam should make quite sure about visa requirements, well before booking.
Buses, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
As of 17 Jan. 22: Giant Ibis, another long-distance bus company running a fleet of comparatively new vehicles, currently serving Siem Reap.
Visit their website at www.giantibis.com Note: I used them once, from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap & overall, was happy with the service.
EMS minivan services, are an interesting alternative
However, a little different. If you are going to Kep, Kampot, Sihanoukville, Battambang & Poi Pet the Post Office runs a daily minibus service for EMS deliveries & has provision for passengers as well. However, due to CD19, services may have changed. For up-to-date schedules go to Facebook at M.Me/CPVIPVAN or to counter 4 at Phnom Penh Post Office on streets 13/102 to make inquiries & bookings.
Update 15 December 21: Post Office confirms services still running. Not sure about that Facebook link, so suggest you go directly to the Post Office to enquire and make bookings. I specifically inquired about Kampot and was told that the service runs each Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at 7:30am with a one-way fare of $6.50
Buses to Laos: We will advise when services resume
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