Kampot Bus Station

What the station is for

This is the main place in town to pick up a coach out of Kampot. Several companies run services from here, so you can compare departure times and vehicle types before you commit to a ticket.

Destinations mentioned for the station include Phnom Penh and Siem Reap, as well as cross-border services into Vietnam. Other Cambodian towns are also connected through the same network.

Types of service

Services at the station fall into a few categories:

• Express buses, which aim to cut down on stops.
• Sleeper buses, built for overnight or very long journeys.
• VIP services, a higher comfort tier on some routes.

Which of these is available depends on the company and the destination, so check with the operator before assuming a particular bus type.

Getting around once you arrive

Tuk-tuks and motorcycle taxis gather at the station, which makes it easy to get to a guesthouse or into the centre without arranging anything in advance. They are also a cheap way to see the town and the countryside around it.

Agree the fare before you get on. If you would rather book a ride by app, a taxi-booking service operates in Kampot, and there are private transport companies that can arrange a car or minibus for a group.

Around the station

Hotels, restaurants and shops sit in the surrounding streets. That is handy if you arrive late and need a bed, or if you have a gap between connections and want something to eat. Travelling in a group or alone, you will not have to go far for the basics.

Operators and delivery services in town

Besides the buses themselves, a number of transport and courier firms are active in Kampot. These include Capitol Tours & Transportation, Ekareach Express, Giant Ibis Transport, Kim Seng Express, Vireak Buntham Express, Nham24 Express, J&T Express, ZTO Express, PassApp and foodpanda delivery, along with Kampot Transports. Some carry passengers, while others handle parcels or food, so confirm what each one offers before you plan around it.