How to Get From Kep to Kampot

The bus is an affordable way to get from Kep to Kampot. Bus fares start from 20,000 KHR ($5.00), and the journey takes around 30m - 1h 45m.

There are four companies operating on this route: Kampot Express, Airbus, Rith Travel Tour and Virak Buntham Express.

Most of them receive solid reviews from travellers. The main exception is Rith Travel and Tour, which tends to receive more mixed feedback. We suggest choosing one of the other bus operators for a smoother journey.

If you want to get to Kampot from Kep fast, you can take a minivan. They usually make fewer stops than buses, so the journey takes only about 30m, depending on traffic.

A minivan ride costs around 21,000 KHR ($5.20).

You can choose from two companies on this route: Kampot Transports and Ekareach Express.

Note that in Cambodia, transport companies often adjust the vehicle type based on how many people are travelling. You might book a minivan but end up in a bus, or the other way around, depending on demand.

A private transfer from Kep to Kampot is the easiest and most convenient option. The journey takes 30 minutes, and you’ll be dropped off right at your accommodation — no need to worry about extra transfers.

You can hail a taxi from the street, find one through your hotel or book online in advance through Camboticket.

Prices for private transfer start at 161,000 KHR ($40) for a 4-seater. Split it with your group, and it’s about 40,000 KHR ($10) each.

Just a heads-up: Grab and PassApp don’t really work in Kep. Service is either very limited or not available at all. They're more reliable only once you are in Kampot.

If you're looking for more of an experience than an efficient way to get from Kep to Kampot, consider taking a ferry. Crab Shuttle operates a ferry that you can take to reach Rabbit Island and Kampot. Their ferry only leaves once a day from Kep to Kampot. This ferry departs from Koh Tonsay Boat Terminal at 15:00. They will first pick up passengers at Rabbit Island and then continue to Kampot. Expect to arrive around 18:00 at the riverside by the Rikitikitavi Hotel in Kampot. The ferry is slow, but the great view of the sunset on the way to Kampot is a great compensation!

The train is an affordable and scenic way to get from Kep to Kampot. Fares start from 18,000 KHR ($4.60), and the journey takes around 30m.

Cambodia Royal Railway is operating on this route.

Just a heads-up: trains in Cambodia are often delayed. Even with a set schedule, you may have to wait for a while before it actually departs.

Departure Station

Kep Railway Station is about 12 km north of  Kep Beach. It’s a quiet, remote station with little more than a basic restroom.

You can reach the station by tuk-tuk, with fares from 20,000 KHR ($5.00). Just be aware that drivers are known for overcharging, so be ready to negotiate.

If you’re a solo female traveller, it’s good to know that the station is isolated and there’s no security on-site. It can feel a bit uncomfortable if you’re alone, especially during early morning or evening hours.