- Must visit
National Museum of Cambodia
Cambodia's main archaeology museum, displaying Khmer sculpture and Angkor-era masterpieces in a landmark terracotta building.
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€5
Fastest journey
2 h 12 m
Average duration
2 h 12 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
65 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Doun Kaev to Phnom Penh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Doun Kaev to Phnom Penh will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 1 trains that leave Doun Kaev for Phnom Penh on Wed, Aug 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 65 km distance in an average of 2 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 12 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 12 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Doun Kaev to Phnom Penh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 40 miles (65 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€6 Average price Cheapest | €9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around €6 compared to roughly €9 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €3. The journey takes 2h 12m versus 2h 1m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Royal Railways Cambodia, Royal Railway Cambodia.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Doun Kaev to Phnom Penh trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:30 AM Doun Kaev | 2h12 | 1:42 PM Phnom Penh | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Doun Kaev to Phnom Penh run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 18:30. The fastest train covers the 40 miles (65 km) distance in 2h 12m.
Distance 40 miles (65 km) |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 7:00 AM |
Last train 6:30 PM |
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Cambodia's main archaeology museum, displaying Khmer sculpture and Angkor-era masterpieces in a landmark terracotta building.
Leading contemporary art space supporting Cambodian artists through exhibitions and public programs. A strong stop for current local culture.
Professional photography center with exhibitions and archives highlighting Cambodia and Southeast Asia through documentary images.
Lively riverfront promenade for walking, people-watching, and views of the Tonlé Sap and Mekong. Best early morning or evening.
Central boulevard and green park around the Independence Monument. Popular for strolls, photos, and seeing Phnom Penh's civic heart.
Large urban park near the river with lawns, fountains, and skyline views. A pleasant local favorite for evening walks and photos.
A fragrant noodle soup with pork broth, rice noodles, herbs, and lime. A classic Cambodian breakfast widely eaten in Phnom Penh.
Stir-fried rice noodles with beef or seafood, soy sauce, greens, and egg. A popular street and home dish with Chinese Cambodian roots.
Fresh rice paper rolls filled with herbs, lettuce, noodles, and pork or shrimp. Light, cool, and common as a snack or starter.
Stylish restaurant focused on Cambodian ingredients and contemporary local cooking. Popular for inventive dishes and a calm dining room.
Established social enterprise restaurant serving Cambodian cuisine with a training mission. Comfortable atmosphere and dependable local dishes.
Elegant Cambodian fine dining known for refined local recipes in a restored villa. Ideal for tasting traditional flavors in a polished setting.
Budget-friendly for Southeast Asia: low-cost meals, cheap tuk-tuks, and many affordable hotels keep daily tourist costs relatively low.
Tipping is not mandatory but appreciated. Round up for taxis, leave 5-10% at restaurants if no service charge, and small change is fine at cafes.
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