The cheapest and fastest trains from Phnom Penh to Kampot
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
3 h 51 m
Average duration
3 h 51 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
133 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Phnom Penh to Kampot 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 Kampot will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 1 trains that leave Phnom Penh for Kampot on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 133 km distance in an average of 3 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 51 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 51 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.
12:00 AM3h51Phnom Penh3:51 AMKampot$121One-way0 transfers
12:00 AM3h51Phnom Penh3:51 AMKampot$121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Phnom Penh to Kampot
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Phnom Penh to Kampot among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $10, and a bus costs an average of $10.
Distance: 82 miles (133 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$11 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m 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 Kampot:
A train is $0.68 (€0.56) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Phnom Penh to Kampot costing on average $12 (€10).
Other travel options to Kampot take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 9m.
Tickets start at around $11 (€9) compared to roughly $22 (€18) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $11 (€9). The journey takes 3h 51m versus 3h 6m 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.
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 Kampot train times
The table below shows live departures for Phnom Penh to Kampot trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:00 AM Phnom Penh | 3h51 | 3:51 AM Kampot | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Phnom Penh to Kampot
Trains from Phnom Penh to Kampot run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 16:20. The fastest train covers the 82 miles (133 km) distance in 3h 51m.
Distance 82 miles (133 km) |
Average train duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 51m |
First train 7:00 AM |
Last train 4:20 PM |
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Train companies: Royal Railways Cambodia from Phnom Penh to Kampot trainsRoyal Railways Cambodia trains will get you between Phnom Penh and Kampot from $10 (€8). 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 Kampot
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Phnom Penh to Kampot 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 Kampot, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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