Getting to Myanmar from Europe, the US, or Australia usually involves travelling to Yangon via a hub, which for many people will be Bangkok. For more information, go here.
Getting around Myanmar is never less than fascinating, with plenty of opportunities to mix with the locals and take in the scenery – but land transport is, in general, slow and unreliable; probably more so than most people would have experienced in any other country.
For detailed information on how to get to specific places around Myanmar, up-to-date timetables, and online transport booking, go to individual destination pages.
Myanmar’s bus and railway networks allow travellers access to most popular destinations, and boats (principally on the Irrawaddy River that runs north-south through Myanmar) can be a interesting way to get around. If you are on a relatively tight schedule, flying is usually the best option – and for some destinations in border areas, it’s the only option.
For information on travel safety, go to safe travel and security.