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Angkor to the Cambodian Coast: the Day-by-Day Itinerary

Angkor Wat's towers reflected at sunrise
Photo: Vladimir Pankratov · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Cambodia starts at Angkor — sunrise over the towers, tree roots strangling Ta Prohm — but the road south holds the country's soul: Battambang's countryside, Phnom Penh's heavy history, and Kampot's riverside cafés where pepper farms meet the sea.

Angkor to the Cambodian Coast is a 560 km one-way journey (self-drive). It works best as 5–8 days; the plan below is the 6-day version for December, built from 335 verified places, with real road-routed transit times, opening hours and daylight checked.

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6
days
453 km
distance
8.2 h
driving
40
curated stops

💡 Good to know for this plan

Day 1 Siem Reap → Battambang

2h20 transit · wraps up ~19:45
🌡 12.4–36.4°C · 🌧 ~1 rain days · ☀ 11.2h light
09:00
Angkor Pottery Centerhistory & sagasmuseums & heritagelocal & traditional
Feel the clay shaping under your hands in a friendly workshop.
90 min · Siem Reap · US$7-20
open: Daily 08:00-17:00
10:30
Wat Damnakhistory & sagasswimming & bathsmuseums & heritage
Relax amidst landscaped stupas, a decorative pool, and a quiet school.
50 min · Siem Reap
11:20
Angkor Photography Festival: Photography for Changehistory & sagasmuseums & heritagelocal & traditional
See stunning outdoor projections and exhibitions by international photographers.
90 min · Siem Reap
12:50
Common Grounds Restaurantcoffee & bakeslocal & traditional
Relish Western and Asian dishes supporting local humanitarian projects.
60 min · Siem Reap · US$5-10
open: M-Sa 07:00-20:00
16:10
Battambang Provincial Museumhistory & sagasmuseums & heritage
Explore a small but impressive collection of Khmer artifacts and temple pieces.
50 min · Battambang · US$1
open: Tu-Su 08:00-17:30; closed Monday
17:00
Lok Ta Dambong Kra Nhounghistory & sagas
View the famous statue of an ancient Khmer King holding a rebellion-quelling stick.
50 min · Battambang
18:30
Pomme Hostel, Bar & Restauranthistory & sagascraft beer & pubs
Enjoy inventive Khmer-French fusion dishes in a cozy, welcoming atmosphere.
75 min · Battambang
open: 07:00-22:00
Overnight: Battambang
e.g. La Villa · Phka Villa Hotel/Resort

Day 2 Around Battambang

no transit — linger day · wraps up ~15:40
🌡 12.4–36.4°C · 🌧 ~1 rain days · ☀ 11.2h light
09:00
Phnom Sampeuhistory & sagas
Climb a hill to see killing caves, Buddhist statues, and stupas atop.
50 min · Battambang · US$3
09:50
Wat Bananhistory & sagas
Ascend impressive stairs to a dilapidated Angkor-style temple in use as a shrine.
50 min · Battambang
10:40
Wat Ek Phnomhistory & sagas
Discover an Angkor-type temple ruin and a giant Buddha statue near small rivers.
50 min · Battambang
11:30
Wat Samrong Knonghistory & sagas
Visit an eerie old pagoda used as a prison, now with a new building and memorial.
50 min · Battambang
12:20
Wat Baydamramhistory & sagas
Observe hundreds of fruit bats living in trees protected by Buddhist monks.
50 min · Battambang
13:10
Green Orange Kayaklocal & traditional
Glide along serene waters, passing bamboo houses and riverside terraces.
90 min · Battambang · US$12
14:40
Cafe Edencoffee & bakes
Relish Western and Asian comfort food by the tranquil riverfront.
60 min · Battambang
open: W-M 07:30-21:00
Overnight: Battambang
e.g. La Villa · Phka Villa Hotel/Resort

Day 3 Phnom Penh

3h49 transit · wraps up ~19:45
🌡 16.1–37.0°C · 🌧 ~4 rain days · ☀ 11.3h light
12:49
The National Museum of Cambodiahistory & sagasmuseums & heritage
Discover Cambodia's golden age through exquisite art and statues.
50 min · Phnom Penh · US$10, youth US$5
open: Daily 08:00-17:00, last admission 16:30
13:39
Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S-21 Prison)history & sagasmuseums & heritage
Reflect on a somber history in this converted prison.
50 min · Phnom Penh · US$5 entrance, US$5 for audio tour or gu
open: 08:00-17:00
14:29
Sosoro Museumhistory & sagasmuseums & heritage
Discover Cambodia's monetary past through engaging multimedia exhibits.
50 min · Phnom Penh · Adult 20,000 riel, 32,000 riel with audi
open: Tu-Su 09:00-18:00
15:19
Meta Housecraft beer & pubsmuseums & heritage
Enjoy diverse films under open skies at this cultural hub.
90 min · Phnom Penh
16:49
The Royal Palace and Silver Pagodahistory & sagas
Marvel at dazzling gardens and colorful palace tiles.
50 min · Phnom Penh · US$10
open: 08:00-10:00 & 14:00-17:00
18:30
Cloud9 Skybarcraft beer & pubslocal & traditional
Chill with creative cocktails, cool beats, and spectacular city views.
75 min · Phnom Penh
Overnight: Phnom Penh
e.g. Mad Monkey Hostel · The Lone Star Saloon Bar and Guesthouse

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