Myanma Railways Train 5 (Yangon-Mandalay Express) is the main intercity service covering 622 km in approximately 15 hours on narrow-gauge track. Passing through Naypyidaw (Myanmar's purpose-built capital), the journey offers views of temples, pagodas, and rural Myanmar. Despite the slow speed, the train is a cultural experience — a real window into Burmese daily life.
| # | Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yangon Central Railway Station Yangon | Start | 06:00 |
| 2 | Naypyidaw Station Naypyidaw | 13:00 | 13:20 |
| 3 | Mandalay Railway Station Mandalay | 21:00 | End |
Timetable data is sourced from official Myanmar railways records. Always verify with the official operator before travelling.
Myanma Railways Train 5 (Yangon-Mandalay Express) is the main intercity service covering 622 km in approximately 15 hours on narrow-gauge track. Passing through Naypyidaw (Myanmar's purpose-built capital), the journey offers views of temples, pagodas, and rural Myanmar. Despite the slow speed, the train is a cultural experience — a real window into Burmese daily life.
The train runs on every day of the week. The full route covers 3 stops with a total journey time of approximately 15h 0m.
Passengers are advised to arrive at the station at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time to locate the correct platform and coach.
Visit your nearest railway station booking office with valid ID.
Contact Myanmar Railways for schedule info via their official website or helpdesk.
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