Top 7 Train Rides in Cambodia

1.Tuk-Tuk, Bamboo Train, Killing/Bat Caves, Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,436 reviews · 5 - 12 hours · from $9Our pick

Spend about seven hours with an English-speaking guide such as Samol or David, touring Battambang by tuk-tuk, visiting villages and rice fields, riding the original bamboo train, tasting fruit and optional rat barbecue, then seeing Phnom Sampov’s Killing Cave, sunset, temples, and thousands of bats.

“We spent the day exploring Battambang and learning not just about the city itself, but about Cambodia’s history and culture as a whole. We visited so many incredible places, including the Killing Caves, the bamboo train, the suspension bridge, and ended the day watching the bats fly out at sunset — which was absolutely amazing and something we’ll never forget. Our tour guide Samol was fantastic. He has so much knowledge and was incredibly passionate about teaching us about his country, its history, and its people. He explained everything clearly, answered all our questions, and made the entire experience both informative and enjoyable. This tour gave us a much deeper…”

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2.Afternoon tour by tuk tuk to bamboo train,bat cave,killing cave,countryside.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 344 reviews · from $15Top rated

Spend about six hours with a local guide such as Bun or Tha, traveling by tuk-tuk from Battambang through villages, farms, and pagodas. Ride the original bamboo train, learn about the Khmer Rouge era at Killing Cave, and watch millions of bats leave Phnom Sampeau at sunset. Hotel pickup, drop-off, water, and cave fees are included. The bamboo train costs $5 extra.

“What a great day! It is quite long though so keep that in mind, sitting in a tuktuk for 7 hours. Loved the bat caves and the bamboo train, as well as just seeing more of the country side.”

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3.Bamboo Train, Bat Cave, Killing Cave by Tuk Tuk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 182 reviews · 7 hours

Spend seven hours with a local English-speaking guide such as David, Kim, Dan, or Rich, traveling by tuk-tuk through Battambang. Visit bridges, pagodas, village stops, the original bamboo train, Phnom Sampov’s Killing Cave, and the famous Bat Cave. The tour includes hotel pickup, water, and cave admission. The bamboo train costs $5 extra.

“Kim was wonderful, he even kindly came to pick us up from the bus station instead of the hotel because our bus from Siem Reap to Battambang arrived late and it was almost 30 minutes past the beginning time for the tour. The bamboo train ($5 pp) was fun and seeing how they have to deconstruct the rigs to let each other pass in different directions in the train track was so interesting. The killing caves were very somber and Kim devoted some time to educate us about the history of the country. Finally, the bats coming out of the cave is quite espectacular and Kim knew the right places…”

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4.Full Day tour .City tour.Countryside.Bamboo Train.Secret Bat Cave

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 178 reviews · from $18

Join Kim or Jack for an 8 to 9-hour Battambang tour covering French-era buildings, countryside villages, rice fields, and a fishing community. The bamboo train costs an extra $5 per person. Finish at a lesser-known bat cave for sunset and the sight of millions of bats leaving the cave.

“One of our best days in Asia. Visiting the ‘secret bat cave’ was something special. The ‘un-touristy’ of tours - we loved it.”

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5.Battambang Full Day Tour from Siem Reap – Bamboo Train, Killing Cave & Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 101 reviews · from $132

This private 15-hour trip links Siem Reap and Battambang by air-conditioned vehicle, then continues by local tuk-tuk. Guides such as Kim, David, and Nani bring the countryside, Khmer Rouge history, temples, food stops, and sunset bat flight to life. Expect a long day, a 2.5 to 3-hour drive each way, and plenty of stairs, heat, and open-air riding.

“Our one-day excursion to Battambang was the grand finale of our holiday in Cambodia, and it turned out to be the absolute best. Despite the long drive from Siem Reap (2.5-3 hours each way), this tour was so well-designed and enrichiRead more”

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6.Afternoon Tour: Bamboo Train, Killing Cave &Bat Cave

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · 7 hours · from $9

Spend about seven hours exploring Battambang by tuk-tuk with an English-speaking guide such as Vatthana, J, Sam, or David. Visit the Lok Ta Dambong Kra Nhoung shrine, village farms, a suspension bridge, and the bamboo train before hiking through Phnom Sampov’s killing caves. The day ends with millions of bats leaving the cave at dusk.

“we really enjoyed our tour, it was such a nice day! we especially enjoyed the stories and historic details that our tour guide David gave us - it was super interesting and he’s a lovely, friendly guy. it was slow paced and relaxing and we had enough time to enjoy every stop, very worth doing while in Battambang!”

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7.Full day tour by bicycle & tuk tuk,bamboo train,bat cave,villages

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · from $25

Spend nearly 10 hours exploring Battambang by bicycle and tuk tuk with a local guide. Visit colonial sights, Wat Samrong Knong, family food workshops, villages, the original bamboo train, and Phnom Sampov’s killing and bat caves. Guides such as Rith and Reed also explain Khmer culture and Cambodia’s difficult past.

“Fabulous trip. Started with a 3 hour bike ride visiting real local village life and off the beaten track. Afternoon in the tuk tuk visiting the bamboo train which was fun and the bat cave in the evening which was spectacular Our guide Reed was great, very friendly and very informative”

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