THE SHORT VERSION
Kampong Cham to Siem Reap at a glance.
- From
- Kampong Cham កំពង់ចាម
- To
- Siem Reap សៀមរាប
- Road distance
- About 233 km
- Straight line
- 201 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
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Leaving Kampong Cham
Kampong Cham is a Mekong river city about three hours north-east of Phnom Penh. Several companies run buses to Phnom Penh, and services continue towards Kratie.
- Company stops near the Mekong bridge roundabout
Most buses and minibuses stop on Highway 7 near the bridge.
Arriving in Siem Reap
From the out-of-town station, take a tuk-tuk into the centre. If you arrive from the west, you can sometimes get off in town before the station.
- Siem Reap bus station and company offices
Many buses use an out-of-town station east of the centre; some companies use their own offices.
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.
- Journeys to Phnom Penh vary a lot by company. Premium operators make fewer stops.
KEEP GOING
From Siem Reap, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Siem Reap
More buses from Kampong Cham
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Kampong Cham from Siem Reap by road?+
About 233 km by road (201 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Kampong Cham to Siem Reap take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 2 h 45 min 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 Kampong Cham?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Kampong Cham include Company stops near the Mekong bridge roundabout, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Siem Reap to Kampong Cham?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Siem Reap to Kampong Cham as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Kampong Cham arrive in Siem Reap?+
It depends on the operator. In Siem Reap, services use Siem Reap bus station and company offices. From the out-of-town station, take a tuk-tuk into the centre. If you arrive from the west, you can sometimes get off in town before the station.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Siem Reap?+
From the out-of-town station, take a tuk-tuk into the centre. If you arrive from the west, you can sometimes get off in town before the station.
What kind of bus runs from Kampong Cham to Siem Reap?+
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 Kampong Cham to Siem Reap 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 Siem Reap by bus?+
Direct buses from Siem Reap include Poipet, Battambang, Phnom Penh, Trat, Bangkok and more. See all connections on our Siem Reap 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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