The cheapest and fastest trains from Phnom Penh to Preah Sihanouk
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
6 h 36 m
Average duration
6 h 36 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
185 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Phnom Penh to Preah Sihanouk 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 Preah Sihanouk 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 Preah Sihanouk on Fri, Jun 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 05 the direct trains cover the 185 km distance in an average of 6 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 36 m .
On Fri, Jun 05 the slowest trains will take 6 h 36 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 AM6h36Phnom Penh6:36 AMPreah Sihanouk$121One-way0 transfers
12:00 AM6h36Phnom Penh6:36 AMPreah Sihanouk$121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, ferry, and train for Phnom Penh to Preah Sihanouk
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Phnom Penh to Preah Sihanouk among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $11, and a ferry costs an average of $250.
Distance: 114 miles (185 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$12 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price | $250 Average price | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 33m Average total duration Fastest 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 30m Average total duration 17h 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Phnom Penh to Preah Sihanouk:
A train is $8 (€7) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Phnom Penh to Preah Sihanouk costing on average $20 (€17).
A train is $237 (€192) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Phnom Penh to Preah Sihanouk costing on average $250 (€202).
Other travel options to Preah Sihanouk take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 3m.
Ferry takes on average 17h 30m.
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 Larryta Express.
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 Preah Sihanouk train times
The table below shows live departures for Phnom Penh to Preah Sihanouk trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:00 AM Phnom Penh | 6h36 | 6:36 AM Preah Sihanouk | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Phnom Penh to Preah Sihanouk
Trains from Phnom Penh to Preah Sihanouk run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 14:00. The fastest train covers the 114 miles (185 km) distance in 6h 36m.
Distance 114 miles (185 km) |
Average train duration 5h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 36m |
First train 7:00 AM |
Last train 2:00 PM |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Train companies: Royal Railways Cambodia, Larryta Express from Phnom Penh to Preah Sihanouk trainsRoyal Railways Cambodia, Larryta Express trains will get you between Phnom Penh and Preah Sihanouk from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Larryta Express
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FAQs: Trains from Phnom Penh to Preah Sihanouk
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Phnom Penh to Preah Sihanouk 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 Preah Sihanouk, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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