What is the cheapest way to get from Chiang Mai to Phnom Penh?

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Mai to Phnom Penh is to bus via Bangkok which costs $55 - $75 and takes 22h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chiang Mai to Phnom Penh?

The fastest way to get from Chiang Mai to Phnom Penh is to fly and bus which takes 6h 10m and costs $100 - $220.

Is there a direct bus between Chiang Mai and Phnom Penh?

No, there is no direct bus from Chiang Mai to Phnom Penh. However, there are services departing from Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal and arriving at Phnom Penh via นครชัยแอร์;Nakhonchai Air and Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 26m.

How far is it from Chiang Mai to Phnom Penh?

The distance between Chiang Mai and Phnom Penh is 1078 km. The road distance is 1248.7 km.

How do I travel from Chiang Mai to Phnom Penh without a car?

The best way to get from Chiang Mai to Phnom Penh without a car is to bus via Bangkok which takes 22h 26m and costs $55 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Chiang Mai to Phnom Penh?

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Chiang Mai to Phnom Penh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chiang Mai to Phnom Penh bus from?

Chiang Mai to Phnom Penh bus services, operated by Nakhonchai Air, depart from Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Chiang Mai to Phnom Penh bus arrive?

Chiang Mai to Phnom Penh bus services, operated by Nakhonchai Air, arrive at Bangkok Nakhonchai Air Terminal station.

Can I drive from Chiang Mai to Phnom Penh?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Mai to Phnom Penh is 1249 km. It takes approximately 17h 19m to drive from Chiang Mai to Phnom Penh.

Where can I stay near Phnom Penh?

There are 469+ hotels available in Phnom Penh.

Chiang Mai to Phnom Penh - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car

There are 6 ways to get from Chiang Mai to Phnom Penh by plane, bus, car, taxi, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly, bus
best
1. Fly from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Krong Ta Khmau (KTI)CNX - KTI
2. Take the bus from Techo International Airport to Canadia Garden
6h 10m
$106–216
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal
2. Take the bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Phnom Penh
23h
$52–81
Bus via Bangkok
1. Take the bus from Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal to Bangkok Nakhonchai Air Terminal
2. Take the bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Phnom Penh
22h 26m
$56–72
Drive 1,248.7 km
1. Drive from Chiang Mai to Phnom Penh1,248.7 km
17h 19m
$163–236
Taxi, train, bus
1. Take the taxi from Chiang Mai to Khun Tan
2. Take the train from Khun Tan to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal52
3. Take the bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Phnom Penh
26h 3m
$66–109
Bus via Bangkok #2
1. Take the bus from Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal to Sombat Tour Viphawadee 13
2. Take the bus from Bangkok Khao San Road to Phnom Penh
26h 41m
$59–70

Chiang Mai to Phnom Penh by bus

28Weekly Buses

22h 26mAverage Duration

$56Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chiang Mai to Phnom Penh.

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Distance: 1,077.6 km
Duration: 6h 10m

What companies run services between Chiang Mai, Thailand and Phnom Penh, Cambodia?

You can take a bus from Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal to Phnom Penh via Bangkok Nakhonchai Air Terminal, นครชัยแอร์;Nakhonchai Air, หน้าท่ารถตู้ต่างจังหวัด หมอชิต 2;Front Mochit 2 Intercty Van Terminal, and Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal in around 22h 26m.

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