THE SHORT VERSION
Battambang to Poipet at a glance.
- From
- Battambang បាត់ដំបង
- To
- Poipet ប៉ោយប៉ែត
- Road distance
- About 139 km
- Straight line
- 108 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Poipet to Battambang →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Battambang
Battambang is Cambodia's second-largest city, known for its colonial streets and the bamboo train. Frequent buses run to Phnom Penh and Siem Reap, and towards the Thai border at Poipet.
- Bus company offices
Most operators run from their own offices in town rather than one central terminal.
Arriving in Poipet
Expect touts at the border. Book onward transport through a known company and agree prices before you travel.
- Tourist passenger terminal
Official terminal for tourist buses towards Siem Reap and beyond. - Company offices on the main street
Non-tourist buses to Siem Reap and Battambang.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Check whether the Thailand–Cambodia land border is open before you book.
- Don't pay for fake 'health' or visa forms at the crossing.
KEEP GOING
From Poipet, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Poipet
More buses from Battambang
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Battambang from Poipet by road?+
About 139 km by road (108 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Battambang to Poipet take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 2 h by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Battambang?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Battambang include Bus company offices, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Poipet to Battambang?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Poipet to Battambang guide.
Where does the bus from Battambang arrive in Poipet?+
It depends on the operator. In Poipet, services use Tourist passenger terminal, Company offices on the main street. Expect touts at the border. Book onward transport through a known company and agree prices before you travel.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Poipet?+
Expect touts at the border. Book onward transport through a known company and agree prices before you travel.
What kind of bus runs from Battambang to Poipet?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Battambang to Poipet bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Poipet by bus?+
Direct buses from Poipet include Siem Reap, Bangkok, Phnom Penh, Sihanoukville. See all connections on our Poipet bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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