THE SHORT VERSION
Vang Vieng to Phnom Penh at a glance.
- From
- Vang Vieng ວັງວຽງ
- To
- Phnom Penh ភ្នំពេញ
- Road distance
- About 1157 km
- Straight line
- 857 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~14 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
- Border
- Laos → Cambodia. Passport and visa needed
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Vang Vieng
Vang Vieng is a riverside town of limestone karsts between Vientiane and Luang Prabang. Tourist buses and minivans run to both, and the expressway has made the Vientiane trip much quicker.
- Vang Vieng bus stops
Tourist buses and minivans; most tickets include a guesthouse pickup.
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 Vang Vieng
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Vang Vieng from Phnom Penh by road?+
About 1157 km by road (857 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Vang Vieng to Phnom Penh take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 14 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 Vang Vieng?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Vang Vieng include Vang Vieng bus stops, 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 Vang Vieng?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Phnom Penh to Vang Vieng as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Vang Vieng 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 Vang Vieng 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 Vang Vieng 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, Chau Doc, Ha Tien, Kep and more. See all connections on our Phnom Penh bus page.
Do I need a visa to take the bus from Vang Vieng to Phnom Penh?+
This journey crosses from Laos into Cambodia. 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.
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