Shipping from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh: Trucking, Customs & Door-to-Door Delivery
The busiest commercial lane between the two countries: daily trucks from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh with customs clearance on both sides.
Route at a glance
| Distance | About 230 km |
|---|---|
| Border gate | Moc Bai – Bavet |
| Door-to-door time | Typically 1–3 days |
| Options | FTL, LTL, container, transit cargo |
How cargo travels from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh
Trucks leave Ho Chi Minh City along National Highway 22 through Cu Chi to Moc Bai (Tay Ninh), cross to Bavet and continue on Cambodia's NR1 to Phnom Penh, crossing the Mekong at Neak Loeung bridge. Departures are timed to reach the border within working hours.
What does shipping to Phnom Penh cost?
Prices depend on truck size, full or shared load, cargo type and who pays Cambodian taxes. A door-to-door quote normally covers:
- Pickup and line-haul trucking
- Customs clearance on both sides
- Border gate and handling fees
- Import duties and VAT (if DDP)
Read the full breakdown: trucking cost explained.
Cargo we commonly move on this route
Things to know about this route
- Phnom Penh has truck time restrictions in parts of the city — delivery slots may need planning.
- Many Phnom Penh warehouses are in Por Sen Chey and along NR4 — confirm unloading equipment.
- Form D can significantly reduce Cambodian import duty for eligible goods.
How it works
- Send cargo details and addresses — receive an itemised quote
- We check invoice, packing list, HS codes, Form D and permits
- Pickup and Vietnamese export (or import) clearance
- Border crossing and clearance on the other side
- Delivery with photos and proof of delivery
Frequently asked questions
How long does a truck take from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh?
Driving takes around 6–8 hours. With export and import clearance, door-to-door delivery typically takes 1–3 days.
Can I send a small shipment to Phnom Penh?
Yes. Small shipments travel on shared trucks (LTL), priced by weight or volume.
Who pays Cambodian import taxes?
It depends on the agreed terms. We can deliver duties unpaid (DAP) or include Cambodian duties and VAT in a DDP price.
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