Yangon to Monywa Bus

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Yangon to Monywa is 727 km away and it takes about 10 hours via Yangon-Mandalay Expressway. There are many buses running from Yangon to Monywa and most of the buses run in the evening. But there are also morning buses which depart at 8:00 am or 9:00 am.

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Departure Bus Station

Aung Mingalar Bus Station, Yangon , Myanmar

Arrival Bus Station

Monywa Highway Bus Station

Amenities

1. Air-conditioned

2. Movie

3. Refreshmen

4. Blanket

Shwe Mandalar Bus Normal (2+2)

20:00 >> 06:00 Yangon >> Monywa

Approximately 11 hours 00 mins

13.6$

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Departure Bus Station

Aung Mingalar Bus Station, Yangon , Myanmar

Arrival Bus Station

Monywa Highway Bus Station

Amenities

1.Air-Condition

2.Refreshment

3.Movie

4.Blanket

LumBiNi VIP (2+1)
insurance included

20:00 >> 06:30 Yangon >> Monywa

Approximately 0 days 10 hours 30 mins

14$

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Departure Bus Station

Aung Mingalar Bus Station, Yangon , Myanmar

Arrival Bus Station

Monywa Highway Bus Station

Amenities

1. Air-Condition

2. Refreshment

3. Movie

Famous Traveller Express VIP(2+1)

19:30 >> 08:30 Yangon >> Monywa

Approximately 0 days 13 hours 00 mins

18.5$

Monywa Attractions

Monywa is a destination for those who would like to learn Myanmar religion and archaeology.

Thambuddhe Pagoda

It was built in 1303 but reconstructed in 1939. It has the different architectural designs from the other temples in Myanmar including the color and the guards at the front of the temples are white elephants instead of mythical lions.

Maha Bodhi Tahtaung Laykyun Sekkya

It is famous for the giant standing Buddha statue which is the third tallest in the world and also a thousand Bodhi trees. There is also a sitting Buddha statue under construction which is expected to be the largest statue in the world.

Phowin Hill

It is located on the west bank of Chindwin River. It will take around 20 minutes to walk up the hill. It has over 900 sandstone caves filled with well-preserved statue and mural paintings dating back to 14^th to 18^th centuries.

Htan ta Loke stream

It is one of the popular picnic spots in Kyaukka Village. It will feel good to take a bath in the stream surrounded by shady trees.

Shwe Gu Ni Pagoda

The 33 m high Buddha image stuck with gold foil which is dating back to the 14^th century.

Kyaukka village

It is a big village which is famous for its black lacquerware. In Myanmar, we call it “Kyaukka ware”.

Nearby Attractions

There are other attractions in Sagaing Region and most of them are related to religion.

Alaung Taw Kathapa

It is situated in Sagaing Region and established as a wildlife sanctuary in 1941 and as a national park in 1984. Now, it is the largest national park in Myanmar.

Sagaing Hill

It will be a wise choice if you want to get out of the crowded city life. There are over 600 monasteries where you can meditate and learn Buddha’s sayings.

Temperature

11(52) - 20(68) in the hot season(mid-February to mid-May)
17(63) - 20(68) in the rainy season(mid-May to late October)
10(50) - 17(63) in winter(late October to mid-February)

Hotels

Let me recommend a few hotels with a fair price.

Win Unity Resort Hotel ($30)

It is located in Monywa and features a spa, fitness center and outdoor pool. It offers comfortable rooms and bungalows with free WiFi.

Chindwin Queen Hotel($30)

It is located near the clock tower and 11 min drive away from Monywa Highway Bus Terminal

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Dos and Don’ts in Monywa

I would suggest you to change Myanmar currency so it will be easier to purchase snacks or taxi fares.
You cannot wear any footwears and shorts when you go pagoda or religious buildings.
When you sit, you shouldn’t sit with your feet pointing at pagoda or elder people.
In Myanmar, they normally greet by bowing and saying “Mingalarbar”. It is OK to handshake with men but you will need to ask for permission with ladies.
Myanmar people don’t like when you touch their head or point at them
I would suggest you to ask for permission when you want to take a photo.
You shouldn’t go restricted areas without permission.
In Yangon, motorbikes are not allowed and bicycles are not allowed in downtown areas.
If you will come Myanmar with your girlfriend, you need to know that Myanmar people don’t think kissing in public is acceptable.
Some Myanmar street food are too oily or some are spicy that can cause stomachache.