THE SHORT VERSION
Phnom Penh to Kampong Thom at a glance.
- From
- Phnom Penh ភ្នំពេញ
- To
- Kampong Thom កំពង់ធំ
- Road distance
- About 166 km
- Straight line
- 122 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Kampong Thom to Phnom Penh →
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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 Kampong Thom
Ask the seller where the service ends in Kampong Thom. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
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.
KEEP GOING
From Kampong Thom, the road continues.
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Phnom Penh from Kampong Thom by road?+
About 166 km by road (122 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Phnom Penh to Kampong Thom take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 2 h 15 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 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 Kampong Thom to Phnom Penh?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Kampong Thom to Phnom Penh guide.
Where does the bus from Phnom Penh arrive in Kampong Thom?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Phnom Penh to Kampong Thom?+
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 Kampong Thom 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 Kampong Thom by bus?+
Direct buses from Kampong Thom include Siem Reap. See all connections on our Kampong Thom bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 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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