Phnom Penh to Saigon

Phnom Penh to Saigon

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Phnom Penh to Saigon Schedule

Phnom Penh to Saigon Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
SIMA Car SUV 4pax Any time$ 144
Khai Nam Transport Sleeper 05:30 - 12:30$ 26.44
Techbus VN JSC VIP 31 06:20 - 12:20$ 27
Thai AirAsia Economy 09:10 - 15:20$ 146.74
Kumho Samco Seater 10:00 - 16:00$ 26.28
Duc Duong Bus VIP 31 13:00 - 18:55$ 27.49
Techbus VN JSC VIP 31 15:30 - 21:30$ 27
Cambodia Angkor Air Economy #K681617:15 - 18:00$ 156.16
Hahn Air Systems Economy #H1290019:40 - 20:30$ 156.96
Vietnam Airlines Economy #VN385621:05 - 22:10$ 215.15
Thai AirAsia Economy 22:30 - 09:15$ 103.23

Transportation from Phnom Penh to Saigon

Facts about the transport from Phnom Penh to Saigon

Cheapest Transport$24
Fastest Transport45m
Earliest Departure4:30 AM
Latest Departure9:05 PM
Departures per day141
Distance638 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAirbus, Cambodia Airways, Cambodia Angkor Air, Danh Danh Bus, Duc Duong Bus, Giant Ibis Transport, Hahn Air Systems, Khai Nam Transport, Kumho Samco, Long Phuong Cambodia, SIMA Car, Techbus VN JSC, Thai AirAsia, Thai Duong Limousine, Vietnam Airlines, Virak Buntham Express

How to get from Phnom Penh to Saigon

Travelling between Phnom Penh and Saigon is possible by Flight, bus and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 250.00 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 23.55.

How long does it take to get from Phnom Penh to Saigon?

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 12 hours to travel between Phnom Penh and Saigon depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Phnom Penh and Saigon. Flight will bring you to your destination in 45m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 11h 20m to reach Saigon.

How much does it cost to get from Phnom Penh to Saigon?

Travelling between Phnom Penh and Saigon can be as cheap as USD 23.55 if you opt for a Kumho Samco bus and as expensive as USD 250.00 if you buy a SIMA Car taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Phnom Penh and Saigon ?

  • 131 from Phnom Penh to Saigon starting from 04:30 Phnom Penh until 15:30 Phnom Penh
  • 8 from Phnom Penh to Saigon starting from 09:45 Phnom Penh Airport until 21:05 Phnom Penh Airport
  • 2 from Phnom Penh to Saigon starting from 00:00 Phnom Penh Transfer until 00:00 Phnom Penh Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Phnom Penh to Saigon.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Phnom Penh to Saigon, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 98.00.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Phnom Penh and Saigon

Cambodia Airways, Cambodia Angkor Air, Hahn Air Systems, Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Vietnam Airlines (เวียดนาม แิอร์ไลน์)

Bus

Travelling from Phnom Penh to Saigon overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Phnom Penh and Saigon

Airbus, Danh Danh Bus, Duc Duong Bus, Giant Ibis Transport, Khai Nam Transport, Kumho Samco, Long Phuong Cambodia, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Thai Duong Limousine, Virak Buntham Express

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Phnom Penh and Saigon

SIMA Car

What is the most popular transport to get from Phnom Penh to Saigon?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 99% opted for a bus
  • 1% Other