Battambang to Phnom Penh by train
Phnom Penh lies 253 km (157 mi) south-east of Battambang, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 38 min at the speeds typical of Cambodia rail, over roughly 309 km (192 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Battambang | Phnom Penh | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Cambodia | Cambodia |
| Population | 119,251 | 1.6 million |
| Elevation | 18 m (59 ft) | 20 m (66 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Phnom_Penh) | UTC+7 (Asia/Phnom_Penh) |
| Stations on record | Battambang railway station | none listed |
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Staying in Phnom Penh
Our booking partner lists 724 places to stay in Phnom Penh. Of the 579 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (255), and 24 are five-star. Across 237 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.3 out of 10. Guests have left 134,280 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Phnom Penh from Battambang?
253 km (157 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Battambang; by road roughly 309 km (192 mi).
How long does it take to get from Battambang to Phnom Penh by train?
About 3 h 38 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Battambang and Phnom Penh?
No, both are on Asia/Phnom_Penh at the moment.
Where can I stay in Phnom Penh?
Our booking partner lists 724 places to stay in Phnom Penh, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.