Nay Pyi Taw to Yangon by train
Yangon lies 327 km (203 mi) south of Nay Pyi Taw, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 42 min at the speeds typical of Myanmar rail, over roughly 399 km (248 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Nay Pyi Taw | Yangon | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Myanmar | Myanmar |
| Population | 925,000 | 4.5 million |
| Elevation | 122 m (400 ft) | 30 m (98 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+6:30 (Asia/Yangon) | UTC+6:30 (Asia/Yangon) |
| Stations on record | Naypyitaw Central Railway Station | Yangon Central railway station, UCSY Railway Station, Okhposu Railway Station |
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Staying in Yangon
Our booking partner lists 262 places to stay in Yangon. Of the 260 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (173), and 17 are five-star. Across 63 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.3 out of 10. Guests have left 10,003 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Yangon from Nay Pyi Taw?
327 km (203 mi) in a straight line, south of Nay Pyi Taw; by road roughly 399 km (248 mi).
How long does it take to get from Nay Pyi Taw to Yangon by train?
About 4 h 42 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nay Pyi Taw and Yangon?
No, both are on Asia/Yangon at the moment.
Where can I stay in Yangon?
Our booking partner lists 262 places to stay in Yangon, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.