The short answer: a hop across Kampot town costs a dollar or three, a tuk-tuk to Kep around $8–12 one way, and a private tuk-tuk for a countryside half day roughly $15–25 for the whole vehicle, plus entry fees. Below are the ranges we see in October 2026 for every common trip, why booking sites quote per person while local drivers quote per tuk-tuk, and how to agree a price without any awkwardness.
On this page
- Kampot tuk-tuk prices at a glance (2026)
- Per person or per tuk-tuk? Why online prices look so different
- Town rides
- Kampot to Kep
- Countryside half day
- Full day: Kampot countryside and Kep
- Bokor National Park
- Phnom Penh, the airport and Sihanoukville
- Entry fees to budget for
- How to agree a price without the stress
- Ride with Seth
- FAQ
Kampot tuk-tuk prices at a glance (2026)
These are typical market ranges, not official fares. Every driver sets his own price, and your quote depends on distance, waiting time, the number of stops and the season. Private prices are per tuk-tuk, and a tuk-tuk usually seats up to four people.
| Trip | Private tuk-tuk (whole vehicle) | Shared tour or bus (per person) | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short ride in town, e.g. to a bus office | $1–3 | – | A few minutes |
| Kampot to Kep, one way | $8–12 | Bus about $3 | 35–45 min |
| Kampot to Kep and back, driver waits | $20–25 | – | Half a day |
| Countryside half day (salt fields, pepper farm, Secret Lake, cave temple) | Roughly $15–25 + entry fees | $16–25 | 4–5 h |
| Full day: Kampot countryside + Kep | Roughly $30–50 | $20–27 | 7–8 h |
| Bokor National Park | Roughly $30–45 | $25–29 | 6–7 h |
The private tour ranges are the hardest to pin down, because most local drivers don't publish prices and quote on WhatsApp instead. Use them as a sanity check, not a tariff.
Per person or per tuk-tuk? Why online prices look so different
On GetYourGuide, Viator or Tripadvisor, most Kampot tuk-tuk tours are priced per person: $16–25 for a shared countryside half day, $20–27 for a shared Kampot and Kep day, $25–29 for Bokor. Those are group tours: you join other travellers, sometimes a dozen or more spread over several tuk-tuks, on a fixed route and schedule.
A private tuk-tuk hired locally is priced per vehicle. One price covers the tuk-tuk and driver, whether one person rides or four. Say a driver quotes $40 for a private full day: that's $20 each for a couple and $10 each for a family of four, and you choose the pace and the stops. Travelling alone, a shared tour can work out cheaper.
One thing to watch: some private tours on booking sites are priced per person too, often $55–65 per person for a full Kampot and Kep day. Part of that is the platform's commission. It's convenient if you want instant online booking, but it costs far more than arranging the same day directly with a driver.
Town rides
Kampot is small, and most rides within town cost around $1–3. Bus and minivan companies leave from their own offices rather than one central station, so tell the driver which company you're travelling with. PassApp, a ride-hailing app paid in cash, works in Kampot for tuk-tuks and taxis, and is a handy way to see what a fair fare looks like.
Kampot to Kep
Kep is roughly 25 km away, 35–45 minutes by tuk-tuk. Expect around $8–12 one way, or $20–25 return with the driver waiting while you eat crab. If you want stops on the way, such as the salt fields or a pepper farm, hiring the tuk-tuk for the day is usually better value than separate transfers. See our Kampot to Kep by tuk-tuk guide for the route and the crab market.
Countryside half day
The classic loop takes in the salt fields, La Plantation pepper farm, Secret Lake and the Phnom Chhngok cave temple in four to five hours. Shared tours charge $16–25 per person, usually with pickup within 3–4 km of the centre; a private tuk-tuk costs roughly $15–25 for the vehicle. Lunch is never included, and entry fees often aren't. Our countryside guide covers each stop, and Seth's version is the Kampot Countryside Tour.
Full day: Kampot countryside and Kep
Add Kep's crab market and seafront and you have a seven- to eight-hour day: $20–27 per person on a shared tour, roughly $30–50 for a private tuk-tuk, or $95–125 for a private car. Budget separately for lunch: a crab meal for two (a kilo of crab, a few extras, rice and drinks) typically runs to $20–30. Seth's version is the Kampot & Kep Full Day.
Bokor National Park
Bokor is a long day with a steep climb, about 37–40 km from Kampot to the plateau. Shared tuk-tuk tours charge $25–29 per person, a private tuk-tuk roughly $30–45, and a car for a small group around $43–55. There is no entrance fee: the toll was scrapped in October 2017, so "entrance fee included" in a listing isn't saving you anything. Read Bokor by tuk-tuk or see Seth's Bokor Mountain Day.
Phnom Penh, the airport and Sihanoukville
For long distances, take a car or a bus, not a tuk-tuk.
- Phnom Penh city: buses and minivans cost about $5–14 per person (Giant Ibis, Kampot Express, Sorya, CTT and others), shared taxis $5–8 a seat, and a private taxi about $35–50 for the roughly two-and-a-half-hour drive. Recent travellers report paying about $40.
- Techo International Airport (KTI): Phnom Penh's new airport opened in September 2025 south of the city and replaced the old one for commercial flights. There's no direct bus from Kampot, and changing in the city adds two to three hours, so most people take a private taxi: roughly $45–85 depending on the car and company, about 2.5–3 hours. See our Techo Airport to Kampot guide.
- Sihanoukville: minibuses $5–10 per person, the train about $6, a private car around $70.
Entry fees to budget for
- La Plantation pepper farm: about $2.50 per adult, issued as a voucher you can spend at the farm. From October to March, book your visit in advance.
- Phnom Chhngok cave temple: about $1–2, plus small notes to tip the local kids who guide you.
- Kep National Park: about $1 (4,000 riel) for foreigners, paid at the entrance or to a ranger on the trail.
- Salt fields, Secret Lake and Bokor: no entry fee.
How to agree a price without the stress
- Agree before you set off. It's normal and nobody minds. Settling up at the end is where misunderstandings start.
- Ask "per tuk-tuk or per person?" Locally it's almost always per tuk-tuk, but check if you're three or four.
- Say exactly what you want. "Kep and back, two hours at the crab market" is a different job from "Kep, one way".
- Check what's included: entry fees, water, pickup from your guesthouse. Lunch almost never is.
- Dollars or riel? Both are used, at about 4,000 riel to the dollar. Carry small notes; change often comes back in riel.
- For tours, get it in writing. A WhatsApp message with date, pickup time, stops and price saves everyone a headache.
- Don't just chase the lowest quote. A few dollars more on a full day can buy a driver who explains what you're seeing, drives carefully and isn't rushing you back.
Ride with Seth
Seth was born in Kampot and has been showing travellers around from his tuk-tuk for 12 years; he's rated 5.0 on Tripadvisor from 19 reviews. He doesn't publish prices yet. Tell him your date, group size and where you're staying, and he'll reply with one fixed price for your private tuk-tuk and a clear list of what's included. Message Seth for a fixed quote on WhatsApp at +855 96 694 6137, or look at his custom day if you'd rather build your own route. If his quote doesn't suit you, the ranges above will help you compare.
FAQ
Is a private tuk-tuk more expensive than a shared tour?
Not necessarily. Shared tours are priced per person, private tuk-tuks per vehicle. Solo, a shared tour is often cheaper; for two or more, a private tuk-tuk usually costs about the same per head or less, and the day is yours.
Is there an entrance fee for Bokor National Park?
No. The toll was scrapped in October 2017. The gate and booth are still there, but nobody charges you to enter.
Can I take a tuk-tuk from Kampot to the airport?
Techo International Airport is roughly 2.5–3 hours away by car, too far for a tuk-tuk. A private taxi costs roughly $45–85 depending on the car and company; there's no direct bus.
Should I pay in US dollars or riel?
Either. Tourist prices are usually quoted in dollars, and change comes back in riel. Carry small notes, as drivers often can't change a $50 or $100 bill.
