Capital city, Cambodia
Getting around Phnom Penh
How to get around Phnom Penh
Tuk-tuks and ride apps are the default; the city has a basic bus network. Walking is hard because of heat, traffic and broken pavements.
Ways to get around Phnom Penh
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Tuk-tuk via app | About $2–6 for short trips | PassApp and Grab give fixed prices; street tuk-tuks haggle |
| Moto-taxi (app) | About $1–3 | Cheap and fast in traffic; helmet quality varies |
| City bus | About 1,500 KHR | Several routes; limited in the center, easy tap-in |
Ride-hailing apps in Phnom Penh
A 5 km ride costs about $3–6 ($3–6).
- Street tuk-tuks quote tourist prices; use an app or agree the fare first. Taxis are few and rarely metered.
Arriving in Phnom Penh
Techo International (KTI) (KTI)
New airport about 30 km southwest of the center: taxi or Grab roughly $20–30, 40–60 min. Check current airport shuttle options.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Scooters rent for about $8–15 a day; traffic is dense and crashes common, and police check licences.
- Driving: on the right. Bring a 1949 IDP plus your licence for cars and bikes over 125cc; long stays need a Cambodian licence.
- Onward travel in Cambodia: Buses and minivans link Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Kampot and Sihanoukville. Phnom Penh flights now use Techo International (KTI). Overland to Thailand is closed.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Phnom Penh?
No. Use Grab, PassApp instead.
What's the best way to get around Phnom Penh?
Tuk-tuks and ride apps are the default; the city has a basic bus network. Walking is hard because of heat, traffic and broken pavements.
How do I get from the airport to Phnom Penh?
New airport about 30 km southwest of the center: taxi or Grab roughly $20–30, 40–60 min. Check current airport shuttle options.
Is Phnom Penh walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
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