THE SHORT VERSION
Phnom Penh to Banlung at a glance.
- From
- Phnom Penh ភ្នំពេញ
- To
- Banlung បានលុង
- Road distance
- About 492 km
- Straight line
- 334 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~7 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Banlung to Phnom Penh →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Phnom Penh
Phnom Penh is Cambodia's capital and has direct international buses to Ho Chi Minh City via the Moc Bai–Bavet border. Most cross-border companies run from their own offices in the city.
- Company offices
Cross-border buses leave from operator offices rather than one central terminal.
Arriving in Banlung
Minivan pickups and drop-offs can add a lot of time. Plan for a full travel day.
- Banlung bus stops
Buses and minivans; minivans often include a hotel pickup.
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.
- A cross-border bus to Pleiku in Vietnam runs from here. Check whether your visa type is accepted at this crossing.
KEEP GOING
From Banlung, the road continues.
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Phnom Penh from Banlung by road?+
About 492 km by road (334 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Phnom Penh to Banlung take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 7 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 Phnom Penh?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Phnom Penh include Company offices, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Banlung to Phnom Penh?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Banlung to Phnom Penh guide.
Where does the bus from Phnom Penh arrive in Banlung?+
It depends on the operator. In Banlung, services use Banlung bus stops. Minivan pickups and drop-offs can add a lot of time. Plan for a full travel day.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Banlung?+
Minivan pickups and drop-offs can add a lot of time. Plan for a full travel day.
What kind of bus runs from Phnom Penh to Banlung?+
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 Phnom Penh to Banlung 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 Banlung by bus?+
Direct buses from Banlung include Kratie. See all connections on our Banlung bus page.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
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.
12Go: Phnom Penh to Banlung bus route listing ↗Wikivoyage: Phnom Penh (Get in) ↗Wikivoyage: Banlung (Get in) ↗How BusConnects uses sources →