Phnom Penh to Turtuk Distance & How to Reach

Cambodia to Ladakh · 3,841 km · Compare travel & driving options

Phnom Penh to Turtuk distance: 3841 km (aerial), approximately 5887 km by road. By train: ~90 hrs 34 min. By road: ~72 hrs 23 min.
Phnom Penh
Cambodia
Turtuk
Ladakh
3,841 km
aerial distance (straight line)
2,387 miles · Road distance: ~5,887 km (via road)
🗺 Route map
5,887 km
Road distance
72 hrs 23 min
Drive time
3,841 km
Aerial distance
Route data via OpenStreetMap
How to get from Phnom Penh to Turtuk
By Flight
No direct flights
Nearest airport: Leh (IXL)
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By Car
72 hrs 23 min
5,887 km via highway
Quick facts
Aerial distance
3,841 km (2,387 mi)
Road distance
~5,887 km
Recommended
Train (90 hrs 34 min)
Most affordable
Train
📍 Phnom Penh to Turtuk distance overview

The straight-line distance from Phnom Penh to Turtuk is approximately 3,841 km (2,387 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 5,887 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Cambodia to Ladakh.

3,841 kmAerial distance
~5,887 kmBy road
90 hrs 34 minTrain
✈️ Reaching Turtuk by air
No direct airport

Turtuk does not have its own commercial airport. The nearest airport is Leh (IXL). Fly to the nearest airport and continue by road or rail.

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💡 Travel tips for Phnom Penh to Turtuk
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Book early
Book trains 2-3 weeks in advance during peak season (Oct-Mar) for better prices and availability.
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Check weather
Avoid monsoon (Jun-Sep) for road trips. Road conditions can deteriorate and flights may face delays.
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Carry valid ID
Aadhaar, Passport, or Voter ID is required for train travel and recommended for bus journeys.
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Plan rest stops
For drives over 72 hrs 23 min, plan overnight halts. Fatigue driving is dangerous on Indian highways.
🔗 Useful travel resources

For official travel information, regulations, and booking services:

DGCA — Indian aviation authority

Passport Seva — Passport and travel documents

Frequently asked questions
What is the distance from Phnom Penh to Turtuk?
The aerial (straight-line) distance from Phnom Penh to Turtuk is approximately 3,841 km (2,387 miles). The road distance is approximately 5,887 km, which takes about 72 hrs 23 min by car.
What is the best way to travel from Phnom Penh to Turtuk?
The most comfortable option is by train, taking approximately 90 hrs 34 min. Turtuk doesn't have a major airport — the nearest is Leh (IXL).
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