Phnom Penh to Vientiane Bus and Coach

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Phnom Penh to Vientiane Route Overview

Phnom Penh to Vientiane bus is a popular way of travelling between Cambodia and Laos.There is 1 daily bus departure available, including 1 night bus. The bus departs from Phnom Penh at 19:45h, arriving at Vientiane at 05:45h

Departure station and country Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Arrival station and country Vientiane, Laos
Travel Distance 601 mi
Average Trip Duration 01h 00min
Total Departures 1
Popular Operators Sarah Transport, Asia Van Transfer
Lowest Price £45
Transportation Options Coach, Plane, Minivan


Traveling by coach from Phnom Penh to Vientiane

The shortest travel distance between Phnom Penh and Vientiane is 601 mi. The bus has a travel time of 34:00h. Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: restroom and multimedia. Booking your train tickets in advance is recommended to guarantee your seat, especially if you're travelling during peak travel times.

Overnight coaches

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Vientiane earlier, there the same day. As the travel time between the two stations is 15:42, all bus departures for this route are overnight. You can view some of them below.

Bus companies operating the Phnom Penh to Vientiane route

There are 2 bus companies operating this route. These companies have not been reviewed by travellers yet. Below is a list of the most popular bus companies on this route.

Sarah Transport
Asia Van Transfer

Departure and arrival stations

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

Cheapest tickets

Affordable tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: £45 (One-Way) or £90 (Return).

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