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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Phnom Penh to Battambang
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
6 h 58 m
Average duration
6 h 58 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Phnom Penh to Battambang is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Phnom Penh to Battambang will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 1 trains that leave Phnom Penh for Battambang on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 253 km distance in an average of 6 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 58 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 6 h 58 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.
6:40 AM6h58Phnom Penh station (សថនយភនពញ)1:38 PMBattambang station$111One-way0 transfers
- 6:40 AM6h58Phnom Penh station (សថនយភនពញ)1:38 PMBattambang station$111One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Phnom Penh to Battambang
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Phnom Penh to Battambang among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $9, and a bus costs an average of $11.
Distance: 157 miles (253 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Phnom Penh to Battambang:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Phnom Penh to Battambang costing on average $14 (€11).
Other travel options to Battambang take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 58m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Phnom Penh to Battambang train times
The table below shows live departures for Phnom Penh to Battambang trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:40 PM Phnom Penh | 6h58 | 6:38 AM Battambang | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
| 6:40 AM Phnom Penh station (សថនយភនពញ) | 6h58 | 1:38 PM Battambang station | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Phnom Penh to Battambang
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Trains from Phnom Penh to Battambang run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:40, the last at 17:30. The fastest train covers the 157 miles (253 km) distance in 6h 58m.
Distance 157 miles (253 km) |
Average train duration 6h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 58m |
First train 6:40 AM |
Last train 5:30 PM |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Train companies: Royal Railways Cambodia from Phnom Penh to Battambang trainsRoyal Railways Cambodia trains will get you between Phnom Penh and Battambang from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Phnom Penh to Battambang
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Phnom Penh to Battambang by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Battambang, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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