The 13 Best Day Trips from Meiktila

How far each place is, what to see there, and a plan for the day.

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There are 13 good day trips from Meiktila, Myanmar, led by Mandalay, Nay Pyi Taw, Yawnghwe. The closest is Kalaw, about 1 hr 30 min by car. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.

Built from 13 nearby places, with sights from real traveler trips, on Packy AI. Last updated November 2026 by the Packy AI Travel Team.

Day trips from Meiktila

  1. 1

    Mandalay, Myanmar

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 55 min by car124 km north of Meiktila
  2. 2

    Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr by car129 km south of Meiktila

    Known for Cherry Zay.

  3. 3

    Yawnghwe, Myanmar

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 45 min by car114 km east of Meiktila
  4. 4

    Taunggyi, Myanmar

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 55 min by car123 km east of Meiktila
  5. 5

    Myingyan, Myanmar

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 15 min by car81 km north-west of Meiktila
  6. 6

    Pakokku, Myanmar

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 30 min by car95 km north-west of Meiktila
  7. 7

    Pyin Oo Lwin, Myanmar

    Long day or overnight
    About 2 hr 15 min by car143 km north-east of Meiktila
  8. 8

    Yenangyaung, Myanmar

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 45 min by car112 km south-west of Meiktila
  9. 9

    Pyinmana, Myanmar

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr 5 min by car132 km south of Meiktila
  10. 10

    Magway, Myanmar

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr by car126 km south-west of Meiktila
  11. 11

    Heho, Myanmar

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 35 min by car102 km east of Meiktila
  12. 12

    Kalaw, Myanmar

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 30 min by car78 km east of Meiktila
  13. 13

    Chauk, Myanmar

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 40 min by car108 km west of Meiktila

A sample day: Meiktila to Mandalay

  1. 07:30Leave Meiktila
  2. 09:25Arrive in Mandalay (1 hr 55 min drive)
  3. 09:40Walk the centre of Mandalay
  4. 11:40Lunch
  5. 12:55Explore the old town, markets and cafes of Mandalay
  6. 15:25Head back to Meiktila
  7. 17:20Home in Meiktila

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Meiktila?
The best day trips from Meiktila are Mandalay, Nay Pyi Taw, Yawnghwe, Taunggyi, Myingyan. The closest is Kalaw, about 1 hr 30 min away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Meiktila?
Kalaw is the closest, 78 km east of Meiktila, roughly 1 hr 30 min by car. Best as a full-day trip.
What is the biggest city near Meiktila for a day out?
Mandalay is the largest city in day-trip range, 124 km north of Meiktila and about 1 hr 55 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
Where can I go for a weekend from Meiktila?
For a weekend away from Meiktila, pick the places far enough to be worth a night: Pyin Oo Lwin (143 km, 2 hr 15 min), Pyinmana (132 km, 2 hr 5 min), Nay Pyi Taw (129 km, 2 hr), Magway (126 km, 2 hr). Closer places on this list work better as a single day.
How far is too far for a day trip from Meiktila?
Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Pyin Oo Lwin at 143 km, around 2 hr 15 min by car, which is better as a long day or an overnight stay.

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