How to get fromPenang to Yangonby plane, car ferry, train, car or bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Penang to Yangon by plane, car ferry, train, car, or bus

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Yangon International Airport (RGN)plane PEN - RGN
2h 59m
$98–278
Car ferry, train, drive, bus
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcarferry
2. Take the train from Butterworth to Padang Besartrain
3. Take the train from Padang Besar to Nakhon Pathomtrain 46
4. Take the train from Nakhon Phathom to Chong Khaeptrain
5. Drive from Chong Khaep to Thayetchaung, Myanmarcar
6. Take the train from Thayetchaung, Myanmar to Mawlamyine stationtrain
7. Take the bus from Mawlamyine to Yangon Aung Mingalarbus
44h 17m
$61–175
Drive 1,870.6 km
1. Drive from George Town to Yangoncar 1,870.6 km
26h 34m
$177–256

Penang International Airport (PEN) to Yangon International Airport (RGN) flights

16Weekly Planes

3h 26mAverage Duration

$96Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,380.5 km
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Penang, Malaysia and Yangon, Myanmar?

Myanmar Airways International, Thai Airways International, and Thai AirAsia fly from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Yangon International Airport (RGN) twice daily.

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Yangon(opens in a new window), Myanmar (Burma)(opens in a new window)

Yangon, formerly romanized as Rangoon, is the capital of the Yangon Region and the largest city of Myanmar (also known as Burma). Yangon served as the Capitals of Myanmar until 2006, when the military government relocated the administrative functions to the purpose-built capital city of Naypyidaw in north central Myanmar. With over five million people, Yangon is Myanmar's most populous city and its most important commercial centre.

Things to do in Yangon

Shwedagon Pagoda(Opens in a new window)

The Shwedagon Pagoda, officially named Shwedagon Zedi Daw and also known as the Great Dagon Pagoda and the Golden Pagoda, is a gilded stupa located in Yangon, Myanmar. The 99 m pagoda is situated on Singuttara Hill, to the west of Kandawgyi Lake, and dominates the Yangon skyline.

Bogyoke Market(Opens in a new window)

Bogyoke Aung San Market (Burmese: ဗိုလ်ချုပ်အောင်ဆန်းဈေး; formerly Scott's Market) is a major bazaar located in Pabedan township in central Yangon, Myanmar. Known for its colonial architecture and inner cobblestone streets, the market is a major tourist destination, dominated by antique, Burmese handicraft and jewellery shops, art galleries, and clothing stores. Bogyoke Market is a popular black market location to exchange currency. The market also has a number of stores for local shoppers, selling medicine, foodstuffs, garments and foreign goods. It is closed on Monday, open every other day, including Sunday.

Yangon Central Station(Opens in a new window)

Yangon Central Railway Station, located in downtown Yangon, is the largest railway station in Myanmar. It is the gateway to Myanmar Railways' 3,126-mile (5,031 km) rail network whose reach covers Upper Myanmar (Naypyidaw, Mandalay, Shwebo), upcountry (Myitkyina), Shan hills (Taunggyi, Kalaw) and the Taninthayi coast (Mawlamyine, Ye).

Inya Lake(Opens in a new window)

Inya Lake is the largest lake in Yangon, Burma (Myanmar), a popular recreational area for Yangonites, and a famous location for romance in popular culture. Located 6 miles (10 km) north of downtown Yangon, Inya Lake is bounded by Parami Road on the north, Pyay Road on the west, Inya Road on the southwest, University Avenue on the south, and Kaba Aye Pagoda Road on the east.

Places to stay in Yangon

Shangri-La Serviced Apartments, Yangon(Opens in a new window)

9.5Superb

Wyndham Grand Yangon(Opens in a new window)

8.8Fabulous

Prestige Residences at Golden Valley by Grand United Hospitality(Opens in a new window)

8.2Very Good

PARKROYAL Yangon(Opens in a new window)

8.8Fabulous

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