Mawlamyine is served by its own airport, a train station, and multiple bus terminals, providing various entry and exit points.
Flights are available from Yangon International Airport (RGN) to Mawlamyine Airport (MNU). The journey typically takes around 2 hours 35 minutes to 2 hours 54 minutes, with fares ranging from approximately $40 to $320. Air Thanlwin and Myanmar National Airlines operate on this route.
Buses are a common mode of transport to and from Mawlamyine, primarily connecting with Yangon's Aung Mingalar bus station. Travel time by bus from Yangon is generally 6.5 to 7.5 hours. Ticket prices vary, typically ranging from $10 to $35, depending on the operator and class of service. Mandalar Min Express and Elite Express are notable bus companies. Buses also connect Mawlamyine with other destinations like Hpa An (2 hours), Dawei (10 hours), and Mandalay (11 hours).
Direct train services operate between Yangon and Mawlamyine. The train journey from Yangon to Mawlamyine takes approximately 9 to 10 hours. As of May 2024, new services have been introduced, offering multiple daily departures. Upper-class tickets from Yangon to Mawlamyine can cost around $9 or K7,050, while ordinary class is about K3,550.
A small fast boat service runs along the Thanlwin River between Hpa An and Mawlamyine. This scenic journey takes about 4 hours and typically costs K10,000. The government ferry is no longer in operation for this route.
Driving from Yangon to Mawlamyine takes approximately 4 hours 21 minutes to 4 hours 25 minutes, with estimated costs ranging from $29 to $45.
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