Kimseng Express: Phnom Penh → Kampot by Van
About Kimseng Express & Booking
- Kimseng Express is a Cambodian transportation company serving routes including Phnom Penh, Kampot, Kep, and Mondulkiri.
- They maintain an official website (kimsengexpress.com) where travelers can browse routes and make bookings.
- Kimseng also offers a mobile app (iOS listing) for booking trips, checking schedules, and managing tickets.
Trip Specifics: Phnom Penh → Kampot
Schedule & Duration
- Kimseng runs minivan / van services for the Phnom Penh → Kampot route.
- The trip duration is around 3 hours (≈ 180 minutes) under typical conditions.
- Departure times are spread across the day. For example, via 12Go, Kimseng vans leave Phnom Penh to Kampot at times such as 07:30, 09:30, 11:30, 14:30, 16:30, 18:30, etc.
Fare
- You specified that the fare is USD 6.00 for the Phnom Penh → Kampot route. (Note: many sources quote $8 as the regular fare.
- On some third-party booking platforms, $6 appears as a promotional or discounted “redDeal” price for certain departures.
Amenities & Onboard Features
- The vans typically do not have onboard toilets — rest stops are scheduled during the journey.
- WiFi is generally not provided onboard.
- Seating is usually air-conditioned and reclining to some extent.
Booking via Kimseng’s Official Channels
If you want to book directly (rather than via third-party platforms), here’s how:
- Via Kimseng’s Website  - Visit kimsengexpress.com
- Select your route (Phnom Penh → Kampot), choose date & time, and proceed to payment
- Use their online booking interface (the site supports direct booking) 
- Note: The site sometimes runs promotions (e.g. “exclusive discounts”) for users booking in advance.
 
- Via the Kimseng Express App - Download from the App Store (iOS) — there is a listing for “Kimseng Express” app.
- The app should offer features like selecting schedules, booking tickets, and viewing your e-ticket
- On Android, the app is referenced via Google Play store; some descriptions mention “Ford Transit 15 seaters with free wifi and water” (though the route in question likely does not offer WiFi)
 
- E-Tickets / Mobile Tickets - Kimseng supports e-tickets, so printing is usually not required.
- On booking, you’ll receive a digital ticket to show when boarding.