Yangon by Rail: Circle Line Journey

Drive to Thamaing railway station where you will take train ride on the Circle Line (the Left or northbound route from Thamaing to Bauk Htaw Station). Opened in 1961, the train carries hundreds of people a day in a loop around the city. This is life the way the locals live it – a unique, fun and authentic experience. While waiting for the train, you can stroll around the interesting local market nearby to see the bustling local daily market scene.

Then, make sure you take the old non-aircon coach (and not the tourist coach). Be prepared to be thrown into the midst of local life, chat to curious travellers and maybe stand for some of the 1 ½ hour journey, with priority given to sacks of vegetables heading to local markets. As the journey passes from station to station you have a great opportunity to observe the life of Yangon suburbanites. Get off at Bauk Htaw Station.