Getting Around Cambodia: Local Transportation and Travel Tips
- SAKATA TOUR Voyage au Cambodge
- Aug 6
- 2 min read

Getting Around Cambodia: A Complete Guide to Local and Interprovincial Transportation
Cambodia is a rapidly modernizing country, but transportation options remain diverse, authentic, and often affordable. Whether you're a foreign traveler or want to understand the daily lives of Cambodians , here's a comprehensive guide to getting around the city or between provinces.
🛺 How do Cambodians get around on a daily basis?
Most Cambodians use simple, convenient and inexpensive means of transportation in their daily lives:
✅ The most used means:
Motorcycle / scooter (called “moto-dop”): main means of transport for residents
Tuk tuk : practical for trips in the city, often shared between passengers
Bicycles : very common in rural areas or among students
Shared taxis (minivans or shared cars): used for interprovincial journeys
Pick-ups in rural areas: to transport goods and people
🌆 Getting around major cities (Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Battambang, etc.)
🚖 1. Tuk tuk
Ideal for short trips
Easy to find on all streets
Frequent negotiation (except with apps)
📱 2. Transportation apps (widely used by tourists)
Grab (Uber equivalent) – available in Phnom Penh
PassApp , Tada , WeGo – tuk tuk or air-conditioned car at fixed price
🚌 3. City buses (in Phnom Penh)
Network under development, 12 lines
Price: 1,500 riels (approximately €0.35)
Less used by tourists, but very economical
🚗 4. Car rental with driver
Comfortable, safe and flexible
Ideal for families or groups
🛣️ Traveling between provinces in Cambodia
🚐 1. Long-distance bus
Popular companies : Giant Ibis, Virak Buntham, Mekong Express
Comfort varies depending on the range (standard or VIP)
Popular routes: Phnom Penh ↔ Siem Reap / Kampot / Battambang
🚖 2. Private taxis or minivans
Faster, group-friendly
Bookable online or via hotel/agency

🚂 3. Train (Cambodia Railway)
Main line: Phnom Penh ↔ Sihanoukville (via Takeo and Kampot)
Slow but scenic journeys
Very affordable prices
✈️ 4. Domestic flights
Phnom Penh (PNH) – Siem Reap (SAI) – Sihanoukville (KOS)
Higher prices but fast
Useful option if you are short on time
See domestic flights by clicking here
💡 Practical advice for tourists
Always negotiate the price of a tuk tuk if you are not using an app.
Always keep a copy of the address in Khmer to show the driver.
Choose VIP buses for more comfort between provinces.
During the rainy season, prefer private vehicles for greater reliability.
🚗 Need reliable transportation?
CambodiaCarRentals.com offers:
Inter-city transfers with private driver
Car rental with guide or escort
Personalized itineraries according to your needs and your pace
Large local transport companies offer quality services.
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