Yangon to Kayin

Travelling between Yangon and Kayin is possible by Bus and taxi. Bus guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Taxi is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 141.30 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 8.09.

It can take you anywhere between 9 and 9 hours to travel between Yangon and Kayin depending on the means of transport you choose.

Bus is the fastest way to travel between Yangon and Kayin. Bus will bring you to your destination in 8h 30m. Taxi does a much slower job and take about 9h to reach Kayin.

Travelling between Yangon and Kayin can be as cheap as USD 8.09 if you opt for a Mandalar Minn Express bus and as expensive as USD 141.30 if you buy a Glassflower taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

• 3 from Yangon to Kayin starting from 08:05 Yangon Airport until 21:00 Yangon Airport
• 3 from Yangon to Kayin starting from 08:30 Aung Mingalar until 21:00 Aung Mingalar
• 1 from Yangon to Kayin starting from 00:00 Yangon Transfer until 00:00 Yangon Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Yangon to Kayin.

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Yangon to Kayin, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 81.41.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Yangon and Kayin

Nok Air (นกแอร์)

Bus

Travelling from Yangon to Kayin overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Yangon and Kayin

Mandalar Minn Express

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Yangon and Kayin

Glassflower

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

• 67% opted for a bus
• 33% decided to fly