Yangon–Dala ferry services cut final departure times

· Eleven Media Group Co., Ltd

Final departure times for the Cherry ferry service operating between Pansodan Jetty and Dala have been reduced, according to an official announcement.

Starting March 28, the last ferry from Pansodan will depart at 7:45 pm., while the final service from Dala will leave at 7:00 pm. The changes shorten the previous schedules by approximately 30 minutes. Previously, the last departures were at 8:00 pm. from Pansodan and 7:30 pm. from Dala.

Morning schedules remain unchanged, with the first ferry departing Dala at 5:30 am. and Pansodan at 6:00 am.

Authorities stated that only the final departure times have been adjusted, while the overall daily ferry schedule will continue to operate as usual.

The Yangon–Dala ferry fare was increased to 300 kyats per passenger starting September 1, 2024. The service, currently operating with three vessels, had previously charged 100 kyats per passenger before being raised to 200 kyats and later to the current rate.

The opening of the Yangon–Dala Bridge on February 6 has also improved connectivity between the two areas. In addition, YBS bus services are now running between Yangon and Dala.

 

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