Train from Yangon to Mandalay Schedule

There are 2 trains per day departing Yangon for Mandalay every day. 
The morning train starts at 5.00 am and arrives in Yangon at 23.00pm. That means you`ll the whole day on the train for this trip. 
The overnight train from Yangon to Mandalay starts at 15.45 and arrives at 9.00am the next day.
Please note that departure and arrival times may fluctuate. 

How long does it take the train from Yangon to Mandalay

As you can see from the departure time above, the train from Yangon to Mandalay takes 18 hours for the day trip.
The overnight train takes more than 17 hours. 

What are the tickets available from Yangon to Mandalay

There are seater, sleeping berths ( 4 people in 1 cabin ) tickets for these trains. 
Foreigners can purchase soft seats and sleeping standard berths which are equivalent to upper-class and first-class tickets. 

Train from Yangon to Mandalay ticket prices

The soft seat ticket costs $10/ person/ 1 ticket.
The standard sleeping ticket costs around $15/ person/ 1 ticket

Is it safe to travel by train from Yangon to Mandalay

The train is very safe in Myanmar. It has had no accidents for decades. There happened some delays or small technical issues but no accidents. 
For further information, the train speed is about only 40 km/ hour. 
Read more: Myanmar Train Information

Is it good to take the overnight train to Mandalay?

The overnight train is more comfortable than the day train. Compare to the bus, the train is slower but it has a good location, easy to access while the bus station is outside the city and it costs a little more to reach its location.

How to book a train ticket in Yangon?

The traditional way of purchasing a ticket is still good in Yangon: buying at the ticket counter - train station.
Online ticketing is also available now but it does not mean you will have an E-ticket. These online companies will buy the ticket at the train station and deliver it to you at your hotel/ accommodation. The service is convenient as you can book in advance and avoid the overbooked situation.

What is the baggage allowance for the train from Yangon to Mandalay?

There is no limit to luggage on the train. However, the luggage space is pretty small for the upper-class seat so big suitcase is not good in this case.
For a sleeping berth, you will have space under your bed to store your luggage. 

Yangon train station location

Yangon train station is easy to find. It is located right in the downtown. 

 

Mandalay Train station location

Mandalay train station is also in the city center. It is easy to grab taxi or motorbike taxi for further travel. 

Plan travel in Mandalay

Mandalay is the second largest city in the country. It has rich history and culture. Here are some of the best things to do in Mandalay :

Mandalay Palace

Mandalay palace is simply a must-see for any Mandalay Day Tours. Wherever you go in the city, you`ll see this majestic site. There is so much to learn about Burmese history through this site. 

Shwenandaw Kyaung Monastery 

Shwenandaw Kyaung Monastery, also known as the Golden Palace Monastery is a teak wood structure. The well-preserved Monastery carries intricately carved figures and is an important stop for those looking forward to knowing Mandalay's rich history better.

Mingun

Set by the riverside opposite to Mandalay city, Mingun is known for the huge Pahtodawgyi pagoda which is left unfinished. 
Recommended reading: Private Mandalay Tour

Shwe In Bin Kyaung monastery

What makes Shwe In Bin Kyaung different is its structure and construction which is made of teak wood. 
It was built by a Chinese jade trader and remains one of the most important sites in Mandalay. 

Mandalay Traditional Stone Work

Mandalay is full of local art and craft. One of the highlights of your trip are the stone carvers along Sagaing-Mandalay Road. Watch skilled craftsmen chipping and polishing away marble to carve beautiful statues of Buddha. The amazing part is that they use no sketches of any kind to make their creations.

Mandalay Jade and Gem Market

If you love gems, then make a trip to the world’s largest jade market here at Mandalay. See how jewelry and other items are made and get traded. Find Jade in many other colors other than green such as gray, black, white, and even orange and violet. The Mandalay Jade market is a mecca for business and trade. You will come across traders and brokers running around and selling stones as well as other stones from different dealers.

If you are curious about Mandalay travel plan, check our Mandalay 3 days itinerary