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Phnom PenhCai Lậy

Phnom Penh to Cai Lậy by bus

Cai Lậy lies 184 km (114 mi) south-east of Phnom Penh, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 3 h 33 min including stops, over roughly 225 km (140 mi) of road.

Phnom PenhCai Lậy

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Phnom PenhCai Lậy
CountryCambodiaVietnam
Population1.6 million143,050
Elevation20 m (66 ft)3 m (10 ft)
Time nowUTC+7 (Asia/Phnom_Penh)UTC+7 (Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh)

What changes when you arrive in Cai Lậy

Crossing from Cambodia into Vietnam: money changes from the Riels to the Dong (VND); sockets are BS 1363, Euro, NEMA 1-15, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +84; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648804 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648805.

Where to book buses from Phnom Penh to Cai Lậy

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Staying in Cai Lậy

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Common questions

How far is Cai Lậy from Phnom Penh?

184 km (114 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Phnom Penh; by road roughly 225 km (140 mi).

How long does it take to get from Phnom Penh to Cai Lậy by bus?

About 3 h 33 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Phnom Penh and Cai Lậy?

No, both are on the same offset at the moment.

What currency do I need in Cai Lậy?

The Dong (VND).

Where these facts come from

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  • 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.