Cities Near Phnom Penh
Cities near Phnom Penh, KH: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Takeo, Kampong Cham, Kampong Chhnang. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Phnom Penh, KH is Takeo, about 40 mi (65 km) away — roughly 1 hr 13 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Takeo | 40 mi / 65 km | 1 hr 13 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Kampong Cham | 48 mi / 76 km | 1 hr 25 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Kampong Chhnang | 50 mi / 81 km | 1 hr 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Cho Dok | 61 mi / 98 km | 1 hr 50 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Long Xuyên | 89 mi / 143 km | 2 hr 4 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Cao Lãnh | 90 mi / 145 km | 2 hr 6 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Pursat | 95 mi / 153 km | 2 hr 13 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Sa Dec | 105 mi / 169 km | 2 hr 26 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Rạch Giá | 108 mi / 173 km | 2 hr 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Củ Chi | 114 mi / 184 km | 2 hr 40 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Phnom Penh
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Takeo, Kampong Cham, Kampong Chhnang, Cho Dok, Long Xuyên. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Phnom Penh
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Sa Dec, Rạch Giá, Củ Chi. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Phnom Penh include Takeo, Kampong Cham, Kampong Chhnang, Cho Dok, Long Xuyên. The closest is Takeo, about 40 miles (65 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.