Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh Bus and Coach

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Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh Route Overview

Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh bus is a popular way of travelling between Cambodia and Vietnam.There are up to 60 daily bus departures available. The earliest bus departs from Phnom Penh at 04:30h, arriving at Ho Chi Minh at 11:30h the same day. While the latest bus departs at 16:00h, arriving at 23:00h the same day.

Departure station and country Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Arrival station and country Ho Chi MinhVietnam
Travel Distance 148 mi
Average Trip Duration 09h 10min
Total Departures 60
Popular Operators Giant Ibis Transport, Kumho Samco
Lowest Price £17
Transportation Options Coach, Plane, Minivan



Traveling by coach from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh

The shortest travel distance between Phnom Penh and Ho Chi Minh is 148 mi. The fastest coach which departs at 06:00 has a travel time of 05:50h. The longest travel time on the route is 12:30h. Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: air condition, wifi and restroom. Booking your train tickets in advance is recommended to guarantee your seat, especially if you're travelling during peak travel times.

Bus companies operating the Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh route

There are 8 bus companies operating this route. These companies have been reviewed 2 times by travellers. Below is a list of the most popular bus companies along with their overall ratings.

9.4 Giant Ibis Transport
7.7 TBus
7.2 Duc Duong Bus
6.3 Danh Danh Bus
5.6 Capitol VIP

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Phnom Penh or Ho Chi Minh coach stations, including general information and other popular routes, please see the links below.
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  Ho Chi Minh

You can see information about the arrival station and stops Ho Chi Minh here


Cheapest tickets

Below are the most affordable ticket options available, depending on availability:
Adult ticket: £17 (One-Way) or £34 (Return).

Travel reviews for Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh bus

2 travelers have shared their feedback and reviewed their bus journey from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh. The average rating is 6.3. You can read the reviews below. These reviews were originally written under our former names, GetByBus and GetByFerry. But don’t worry, it’s all us! Same company, same trusted partners, just with a new vibe as Traveling.com.
9.38 by ANTONIO
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Other popular destinations from Ho Chi Minh

If you're looking for inspiration for where to travel next once you've reached Ho Chi Minh, here is a list of the most popular routes that our travellers have previously booked tickets for:


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