THE SHORT VERSION
Chau Doc to Phnom Penh at a glance.
- From
- Chau Doc Châu Đốc
- To
- Phnom Penh ភ្នំពេញ
- Road distance
- About 147 km
- Straight line
- 102 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Phnom Penh to Chau Doc →
- Border
- Vietnam → Cambodia. Passport and visa needed
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Chau Doc
Chau Doc is a Mekong Delta town near the Cambodian border, served by buses from Ho Chi Minh City's Mien Tay station and other Delta towns.
- Chau Doc Bus Station · Bến xe Châu Đốc
Services to Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho and the Delta.
Arriving in Phnom Penh
Arrival points vary by company. Ask for the drop-off address before booking.
- Company offices
Cross-border buses leave from operator offices rather than one central terminal.
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 current visa and e-visa rules for both Cambodia and Vietnam before travelling overland.
KEEP GOING
From Phnom Penh, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Phnom Penh
More buses from Chau Doc
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Chau Doc from Phnom Penh by road?+
About 147 km by road (102 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Chau Doc to Phnom Penh 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 Chau Doc?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Chau Doc include Chau Doc Bus Station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Phnom Penh to Chau Doc?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Phnom Penh to Chau Doc guide.
Where does the bus from Chau Doc arrive in Phnom Penh?+
It depends on the operator. In Phnom Penh, services use Company offices. Arrival points vary by company. Ask for the drop-off address before booking.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Phnom Penh?+
Arrival points vary by company. Ask for the drop-off address before booking.
What kind of bus runs from Chau Doc to Phnom Penh?+
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 Chau Doc to Phnom Penh 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 Phnom Penh by bus?+
Direct buses from Phnom Penh include Kampong Cham, Kampot, Ha Tien, Kep, Bavet and more. See all connections on our Phnom Penh bus page.
Do I need a visa to take the bus from Chau Doc to Phnom Penh?+
This journey crosses from Vietnam into Cambodia. Check the current entry and visa rules for your nationality before you travel, and keep your passport with you on the bus.
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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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