Travel from Cambodia to visit Laos. There are now daily bus services from Phnom Penh to the Laos border.
The route from Phnom Penh to the Laos border covers approximately 500-600 kilometers, depending on the final destination and border checkpoint used. Most international bus services travel via Stung Treng Province and cross into Laos through the Trapeang Kriel (Cambodia) – Nong Nok Khiene (Laos) border crossing.
Route Information
- Departure City: Phnom Penh
- Border Crossing: Trapeang Kriel – Nong Nok Khiene
- Destination in Laos: Don Det, Pakse, or other southern Laos destinations
- Travel Time: 10-13 hours
- Distance: Approximately 550 km
Popular operators
Route
- Phnom Penh – Pakse
- Phnom Penh – Don Det (4000 Islands)
- Phnom Penh – Don Khone (4000 Islands)
After crossing into Laos, many travelers continue to:
- Pakse
- Si Phan Don (4000 Islands)
- Don Det
- Don Khon
- Savannakhet
- Vientiane
Plan your trip from Phnom Penh, Cambodia, to Laos and book your bus tickets in advance on this route through the bookmebus platform, available 24/7.



