The cheapest and fastest buses from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
6 h 36 m
Buses per day
20
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 20 buses that leave Phnom Penh for Ho Chi Minh City on Thu, May 14, 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 14 the direct buses cover the 211 km distance in an average of 6 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .
On Thu, May 14 the slowest buses will take 7 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Phương Heng3:30 PM7h30Phnom Penh11:00 PMHo Chi Minh City€171One-way0 transfers
Phương Heng1:00 PM7h00Phnom Penh8:00 PMHo Chi Minh City€171One-way0 transfers
Phương Heng3:30 PM7h00Phnom Penh10:30 PMHo Chi Minh City€171One-way0 transfers
Phy Phy Transport3:00 PM7h00Phnom Penh10:00 PMHo Chi Minh City€171One-way0 transfers
Phy Phy Transport8:00 AM7h00Phnom Penh3:00 PMHo Chi Minh City€171One-way0 transfers
MEKO Limousine3:00 PM6h00Phnom Penh9:00 PMHo Chi Minh City€201One-way0 transfers
MEKO Limousine4:00 PM6h00Phnom Penh10:00 PMHo Chi Minh City€221One-way0 transfers
Khải Nam9:00 AM7h00Phnom Penh4:00 PMHo Chi Minh City€191One-way0 transfers
Khải Nam12:00 PM7h00Phnom Penh7:00 PMHo Chi Minh City€191One-way0 transfers
Khải Nam7:00 AM7h00Phnom Penh2:00 PMHo Chi Minh City€191One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €102.
Distance: 211 km
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€17 Average price Cheapest | €108 Average price |
7h 22m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City bus times
The table below shows live departures for Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City buses for tomorrow, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Khải Nam | 4:30 AM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 11:30 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Khải Nam | 5:00 AM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 12:00 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Khải Nam | 5:30 AM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 12:30 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Phy Phy Transport | 6:00 AM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 1:00 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Khải Nam | 7:00 AM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 2:00 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Khải Nam | 8:00 AM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 3:00 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Phy Phy Transport | 8:00 AM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 3:00 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Khải Nam | 9:00 AM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 4:00 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Khải Nam | 10:30 AM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 5:30 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Khải Nam | 12:00 PM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 7:00 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Phương Heng | 1:00 PM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 8:00 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Phương Heng | 1:00 PM Phnom Penh | 7h30 | 8:30 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Khải Nam | 1:30 PM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 8:30 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Khải Nam | 2:30 PM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 9:30 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Phy Phy Transport | 3:00 PM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 10:00 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
MEKO Limousine | 3:00 PM Phnom Penh | 6h00 | 9:00 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Phương Heng | 3:30 PM Phnom Penh | 7h30 | 11:00 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Khải Nam | 3:30 PM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 10:30 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Phương Heng | 3:30 PM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 10:30 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
MEKO Limousine | 4:00 PM Phnom Penh | 6h00 | 10:00 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Khải Nam?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Khải Nam, but also compare tickets for the likes of Hoàng Gia, MEKO Limousine, Phy Phy Transport or Phương Heng to find the best option for your trip from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Hoàng Gia, MEKO Limousine, Phy Phy Transport or Phương Heng to find the best option for your trip from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City
Buses from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City run on average 32 times per day, taking around 6h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 32 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:30, the last at 17:00. The fastest bus covers the 211 km distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 211 km |
Average bus duration 6h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Buses per day 32 |
Direct buses 32 |
Fastest bus 7h 0m |
First bus 4:30 AM |
Last bus 5:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Bus providers: Khải Nam, Hoàng Gia, MEKO Limousine, Phy Phy Transport, Phương Heng, KUMHO SAMCO, Danh Danh Bus, BS Bus Cambodia, The Sinh Tourist, Virak Buntham from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh CityYou can travel by bus between Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City with Khải Nam, Hoàng Gia, MEKO Limousine, Phy Phy Transport, Phương Heng, KUMHO SAMCO, Danh Danh Bus, BS Bus Cambodia, The Sinh Tourist, Virak Buntham for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Hoàng Gia
Khải Nam
MEKO Limousine
KUMHO SAMCO
Phy Phy Transport
Phương Heng
Danh Danh Bus
BS Bus Cambodia
The Sinh Tourist
Virak Buntham
FAQs: Bus from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ho Chi Minh City, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Khải Nam
- Tickets are non-refundable, but rescheduling is possible if requested at least 48 hours before departure.
- Hoàng Gia
- Cancellation policies vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions
- some tickets may be non-refundable, while others offer full or partial refunds depending on the timing of the cancellation.
- Khải Nam
- One piece of luggage (up to 20 kg for buses or 15 kg for vans) and one small cabin bag
- Hoàng Gia
- One checked bag and one carry-on bag are generally allowed, with specific weight and dimension limits for checked luggage (over 20kg must be checked in
- under 20kg can be carried on and self-managed
- maximum length 0.8m
- maximum width 0.5m
- maximum volume 0.16 cubic meters).
- MEKO Limousine
- One piece of luggage up to 20kg included
- Khải Nam
- Overweight items may incur additional charges, payable directly to the bus operator at the station.
- Hoàng Gia
- Additional luggage may be transported for a fee if it exceeds the free allowance.
- MEKO Limousine
- Additional luggage charged at 50,000 VND per piece
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City
- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in main terminal
- Parking available for buses and private vehicles
- Food stalls and small restaurants available in and around terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Basic ramps available
- Public toilets available
- Bus: City Bus Lines 1, 2, 3
- Tuk-tuk services available
- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in terminal
- Limited parking available for motorbikes and cars
- Food court and street food vendors available
- Available at designated taxi stands around the terminal
- Wheelchair ramps, assistance available
- Public restrooms available with fee
- Bus: 1, 3, 4, 8, 14, 18, 20, 27, 31, 38, 45
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