THE SHORT VERSION
Phnom Penh to Chau Doc at a glance.
- From
- Phnom Penh ភ្នំពេញ
- To
- Chau Doc Châu Đốc
- Road distance
- About 147 km
- Straight line
- 102 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Chau Doc to Phnom Penh →
- Border
- Cambodia → Vietnam. Passport and visa needed
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 Chau Doc
Use a taxi or xe ôm (motorbike taxi) into the riverside centre.
- Chau Doc Bus Station · Bến xe Châu Đốc
Services to Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho and the Delta.
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.
- Boats and buses to Phnom Penh leave from Chau Doc. Compare both options.
KEEP GOING
From Chau Doc, the road continues.
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Phnom Penh from Chau Doc 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 Phnom Penh to Chau Doc 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 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 Chau Doc to Phnom Penh?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Chau Doc to Phnom Penh guide.
Where does the bus from Phnom Penh arrive in Chau Doc?+
It depends on the operator. In Chau Doc, services use Chau Doc Bus Station. Use a taxi or xe ôm (motorbike taxi) into the riverside centre.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Chau Doc?+
Use a taxi or xe ôm (motorbike taxi) into the riverside centre.
What kind of bus runs from Phnom Penh to Chau Doc?+
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 Chau Doc 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 Chau Doc by bus?+
Direct buses from Chau Doc include Can Tho, Ho Chi Minh City. See all connections on our Chau Doc bus page.
Do I need a visa to take the bus from Phnom Penh to Chau Doc?+
This journey crosses from Cambodia into Vietnam. Check the current entry and visa rules for your nationality before you travel, and keep your passport with you on the bus.
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 Chau Doc bus route listing ↗Wikivoyage: Phnom Penh (Get in) ↗Wikivoyage: Chau Doc (Get in) ↗How BusConnects uses sources →