By air: Phnom Penh International Airport is a decent facility with a good number of international flights, although almost all of these are from nearby countries in Asia. The busiest route here is from Bangkok and it is usually possible to buy tickets at short notice. Some of the low cost airlines, such as Air Asia, often have excellent prices available when booking on line, but their deals do change regularly.

The most significant airlines providing services here include Thai Airways, Singapore Airlines, Malaysian Airlines and Korean Air. The airport has the usual range of airport style shops and eateries as well as a VIP lounge that economy passengers can use for a small charge.

By boat: it is possible to travel to Phnom Penh by boat and there are a number of different ferry operators. There are express boats to and from Siem Reap which leave Phnom Penh close to the Japanese Bridge on Sisowath Quay at Phlauv 104. If you are going to travel in this way, you should buy your ticket one day in advance, from the dock or at most guesthouses.

It is also possible to travel by boat to Vietnam, and there are regular services to Chau Doc, from Phnom Penh, operated by Blue Cruise.

There are plenty of buses to Siem Reap for the temples of Angkor, the journey along Route 6 takes about six hours and the tourist buses are generally air-conditioned and comfortable enough. Most buses leave from the ticket offices just south west of the new market. Other popular destinations include Route 4, to the port at Sihanoukville and Route 1, which is the main road to the Vietnam border at Moc Bai.

There are also daily buses to Ho Chi Minh City, leaving from the Ho Chi Minh bus station just off Phlauv 182, close to the Olympic Stadium.

By taxi: historically, taxis, minibuses and pick-ups have been a popular way to travel, but as the bus services have improved dramatically, these modes are perhaps losing their appeal slightly. Hiring a taxi is however still more comfortable than most alternatives and a relatively inexpensive way to travel.

Most taxis and mini buses tend to leave from close to the New Market and will travel to many destinations across the country