The cheapest and fastest buses from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€19
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
6 h
Buses per day
37
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 €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 37 buses that leave Phnom Penh for Ho Chi Minh City on Mon, Dec 29, 37 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 29 the direct buses cover the 211 km distance in an average of 6 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .
On Mon, Dec 29 the slowest buses will take 6 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.
Phy Phy Transport
Phy Phy Transport
Phương Heng
Phương Heng
Phương Heng
MEKO Limousine
MEKO Limousine
MEKO Limousine
MEKO Limousine
MEKO LimousineTravel 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 €17. 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 €17, and a flight costs an average of €99.
Distance: 211 km
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€18 Average price Cheapest | €120 Average price |
7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m 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 today, Sunday, December 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Phương Heng | 1:30 AM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 8:30 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Khải Nam | 2:00 AM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 9:00 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Khải Nam | 3:30 AM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 10:30 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Hoàng Gia | 4:00 AM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 11:00 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Hoàng Gia | 4:00 AM Phnom Penh | 6h30 | 10:30 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Khải Nam | 5:00 AM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 12:00 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Phy Phy Transport | 5:30 AM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 12:30 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Phương Heng | 6:00 AM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 1:00 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Khải Nam | 6:30 AM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 1:30 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Hoàng Dũng Cambodia | 7:00 AM Phnom Penh | 6h00 | 1:00 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Khải Nam | 7:30 AM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 2:30 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 | |
MEKO Limousine | 8:10 AM Phnom Penh | 6h00 | 2:10 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Khải Nam | 8:30 AM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 3:30 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Phương Heng | 8:30 AM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 3:30 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Khải Nam | 9:30 PM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 4:30 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Phương Heng | 10:00 PM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 5:00 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Hoàng Gia | 10:00 PM Phnom Penh | 6h30 | 4:30 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Hoàng Gia | 10:00 PM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 5:00 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Khải Nam | 10:00 PM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 5:00 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Khải Nam | 10:30 PM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 5:30 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Phy Phy Transport | 11:00 PM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 6:00 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
MEKO Limousine | 11:00 PM Phnom Penh | 6h00 | 5:00 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Hoàng Dũng Cambodia | 11:00 PM Phnom Penh | 6h00 | 5:00 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 29 | |||||
MEKO Limousine | 12:00 AM Phnom Penh | 6h00 | 6:00 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Phương Heng | 12:00 AM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 7:00 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Khải Nam | 12:00 AM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 7:00 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Hoàng Dũng Cambodia | 12:00 AM Phnom Penh | 6h00 | 6:00 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Khải Nam | 1:00 AM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 8:00 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Hoàng Gia | 1:00 AM Phnom Penh | 6h30 | 7:30 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Hoàng Gia | 1:00 AM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 8:00 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Phy Phy Transport | 1:00 AM Phnom Penh | 7h00 | 8:00 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
There are 32 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:30, the last at 16:11. The fastest bus covers the 211 km distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 211 km |
Average bus duration 6h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Buses per day 32 |
Direct buses 32 |
Fastest bus 6h 30m |
First bus 04:30 |
Last bus 16:11 |
Bus providers: Hoàng Gia, Phương Heng, Khải Nam, MEKO Limousine, KUMHO SAMCO, Danh Danh Bus, The Sinh Tourist, Long Phuong Cambodia, Virak Buntham, Kumho Samco from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh CityYou can travel by bus between Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City with Hoàng Gia, Phương Heng, Khải Nam, MEKO Limousine, KUMHO SAMCO, Danh Danh Bus, The Sinh Tourist, Long Phuong Cambodia, Virak Buntham, Kumho Samco for as low as €17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Hoàng Gia
Khải Nam
MEKO Limousine
KUMHO SAMCO
Phương Heng
Danh Danh Bus
The Sinh Tourist
Long Phuong Cambodia
Virak Buntham
Kumho Samco
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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Phnom Penh, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Ho Chi Minh City, located 6.6 miles (10.7 km) away from the city centre.
- 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
- Tickets are non-refundable, but rescheduling is possible if requested at least 48 hours before departure.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City, follow these tips:
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- 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).
- Phương Heng
- One piece of luggage per passenger
- Khải Nam
- One piece of luggage (up to 20 kg for buses or 15 kg for vans) and one small cabin bag
- Hoàng Gia
- Additional luggage may be transported for a fee if it exceeds the free allowance.
- Khải Nam
- Overweight items may incur additional charges, payable directly to the bus operator at the station.
- 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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