How to Get from Bangkok to Bangkok

The BTS is the most popular train line in Bangkok with trains running to different areas in Bangkok every few minutes. This train is your best option if you are staying in the city centre because it stops at all tourist, shopping, and sightseeing areas in Bangkok, except the popular Khao San Road area.

There are two BTS lines: the Sukhumvit Line and the Silom Line.

To reach the BTS lines, you need to take a taxi or tuk-tuk from Hua Lamphong Station to National Stadium or Siam BTS Station. Tuk-tuk or taxi fare is about 60 THB to 80 THB, but expect to pay more during peak hours.

Travel time via BTS can take around , depending on your destination. The sky trains operate from 06:00 to 00:00 every day.

The Sukhumvit Line

The Sukhumvit route passes through the followings areas:

• Chatuchak
• Phaya Thai
• Ratchathewi
• Nana
• Asoke
• Thong Lo
• Phra Khanong
• Bang Na
• Bearing

Fares start from . This BTS line is projected to extend further north and south in the coming years.

The Silom Line starts at the National Stadium and passes through the following stations:

• Sala Daeng
• Pathumwan
• Bang Rak
• Yan Nawa
• Thon Buri

For this line, ticket prices start from . For more information, you can visit the BTS Skytrain website.

Want to travel to or from Bangkok to Bangkok straight to your hotel? Taking a taxi is your best option. Taxis are available outside the train station.

Note that the roads in Bangkok can get extremely busy during peak hours. This is why many taxi drivers will request a flat rate, which may be much higher than using the meter. Some drivers will refuse to use the metre or agree on a fare, so prepare your negotiating skills or simply find another driver.

The taxi fare for a ride to and from the city centre starts from . An alternative option is to book a Grab taxi with fares from 125 THB.

PRO TIP: Always take a metered taxi so that you don’t end up paying twice the actual fare!

Tuk-tuk drivers tend to charge around the same price as a taxi, especially in tourist areas. This option is a good way to experience the local transportation in Thailand, but if you're not hoping for that, it's best to stick with a taxi.

Bangkok is hot and sunny almost all year round, even during the rainy season. While a ride in a tuk-tuk may get hot, especially if stuck in traffic, it does provide a nice, refreshing breeze.

Also, note that tuk-tuks do not provide a lot of space for your luggage, so it could be quite cramped.

Negotiate your price

Many tuk-tuk drivers will quote you a high price, which may start at or more for two people to the city centre. Tuk-tuks are not metered, so you will need to negotiate a price. You can just move along to the next driver if you think the price is too expensive.

Note that some drivers may try to lead you to a restaurant or hotel that they are affiliated with to receive a commission. If they offer you a ride that is much cheaper or even free, you should be aware that they will likely try to sell you something.

In this case, be firm in your negotiations and tell the driver you do not want any stops on the way to your destination. This does not apply to all drivers, but it's certainly something to be aware of.