The Airport Rail Link Bangkok is a mass transit system, connecting Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) with Bangkok city. Taking the airport train is the cheapest and easiest way to get into the city center from Bangkok Airport. Discover the Bangkok Airport Rail Link map and find a detailed guide to all the stations on the Airport Link train route.
Bangkok Airport Rail Link Train
The Airport Rail Link train line in Bangkok covers a distance of 28 km. The journey from the airport to the last station on the route (Phaya Thai) normally takes less than 30 minutes, making it the fastest way to get from Suvarnabhumi Airport to the city.
The Airport Rail Link is well connected with other Bangkok mass rapid transit systems, and these connections help reach various important areas of the city from the airport very conveniently. The Airport Rail Link train line is connected with the underground MRT Blue Line at Makkasan Station, with the BTS Green Line at Phaya Thai Station, and with the MRT Yellow Line at Hua Mak Station.
Bangkok Airport Rail Link Map
The current Bangkok Airport Rail Link map with all the stations on this metro line can be seen below.
Bangkok Airport Rail Link Stations
The Bangkok Airport Rail Link line consists of 8 stations. Stations on Bangkok Airport train route:
A1 Suvarnabhumi - the station at Suvarnabhumi Airport, which is the starting point of this airport train line.
A2 Lat Krabang - the station suitable for travelers who wish to stay close to Bangkok Airport but don't want to overpay for the airport hotel. Close to the station, you can find affordable hotels such as Golden Jade and A-Port, as well as local markets, The Paseo Mall Lat Krabang, and Robinson Lifestyle Ladkrabang shopping malls.
A3 Ban Thap Chang - the station in the residential area of Bangkok.
A4 Hua Mak - the station connected with the MRT Yellow Line Hua Mak station and close to a good Halal hotel, Zayn Hotel Bangkok.
A5 Ramkhamhaeng - the station in the residential area of Bangkok, connected with an affordable Nasa Bangkok Hotel by a skywalk and located next to Ramnueng Pier of the Khlong Saen Saep Boat Service.
A6 Makkasan - the station connected with the MRT Phetchaburi Station of the MRT Blue Line. For a convenient connection with BKK Airport and other areas of the city, you can stay in close proximity to the station at Lancaster Bangkok (luxury), Mercure Bangkok Makkasan (mid-range), or FX Hotel Metrolink Makkasan (affordable).
A7 Ratchaprarop - the station in the Pratunam shopping district, close to the famous Pratunam Market. In walking distance from the station, you can find several very popular and well-rated places to stay, such as Centara Watergate Pavillion Hotel Bangkok and The Berkeley Hotel Pratunam. Right next to the station you can find a nice affordable hotel, KC Place Hotel Pratunam.
A8 Phaya Thai - the station connected with BTS Phaya Thai station on the BTS Sukhumvit Line. The surrounding area of this station is also a good place to stay, as from there you can easily take public transportation to/from the airport and various popular areas such as Siam and Sukhumvit. Good accommodation options in this area include Eastin Grand Hotel Phayathai (luxury), Hotel Tranz (mid-range), and Top High Airport Link Hotel (affordable). Plenty of restaurants, cafes, and bars can also be found in the area.
Finding one of the Bangkok Airport train stations isn’t difficult, as they are elevated and can be easily noticed from a distance. There are road signs leading to the station as well.
Airport Rail Link Suvarnabhumi Station
Airport Rail Link Suvarnabhumi Station is located on Floor “B” of Suvarnabhumi Airport. Finding the train station at the airport is easy, as you will see many signs leading to "Airport Rail Link", "Train to City", or "City Line".
Bangkok Airport Rail Link Timetable
The Airport Rail Link Bangkok operates daily from 05:10 to midnight. For more details on the train departure schedule, explore the Bangkok Airport Rail Link Timetable.
Bangkok Airport Rail Link Fare
Bangkok Airport Rail Link ticket price for a single journey varies from 15 to 45 THB, depending on the distance (the number of stations traveled). For more details about the ticket price, check here: Bangkok Airport Rail Link Fare.
Bangkok Airport Train Tickets
Bangkok Airport Rail Link tickets for a single journey can be purchased at ticket vending machines and ticket counters. For more ticket options, check here: Bangkok Airport Rail Link Tickets.
Tips
Get a discounted Thailand SIM card with an internet plan at Suvarnabhumi Airport and stay connected during your trip on the Airport Rail Link train. In case your phone is eSIM compatible, book online a Thailand eSIM and use the internet right after landing.
To make traveling on the train more comfortable, leave your unnecessary bags at Suvarnabhumi Airport luggage storage and travel lightly.
If you are landing at Suvarnabhumi and want to take a bus to Pattaya or Hua Hin, you don't need to take the Airport Rail Link train to the city, as there are buses to these destinations that depart directly from the BKK Airport. Bus tickets can be booked online here: Bus tickets at Suvarnabhumi.
The Airport Rail Link is just one part of the complex mass rapid transit system in the Thai capital. To make the most of your visit, get familiar with other metro lines in Bangkok.
