The MRT Blue Line is the first underground metro system of Thailand, encircling the city center of Bangkok. This metro line links central Bangkok with important areas of the city, making it very useful for exploring the main attractions of the city. Discover the Bangkok MRT Blue Line timetable with operating hours, the first and the last train from the station, and expected train departure frequency.
Bangkok MRT Blue Line
The MRT Blue Line currently consists of 38 stations scattered around the city, as this Bangkok metro line was significantly expanded in recent years. It connects major business, residential, and cultural areas of Bangkok.
The MRT Blue Line is well connected with other Bangkok metro systems. The line connects with the MRT Purple Line of the same service provider as well as the city’s other mass rapid transit systems, such as the BTS Green Line, the Airport Rail Link, the SRT Red Line, and the MRT Yellow Line.
However, you can buy one ticket for the entire trip only if you transfer to the MRT Purple Line, as all other metro systems require you to buy separate tickets.
MRT Blue Line Timetable
Bangkok MRT Blue Line operates daily from 06:00 to midnight.
On weekdays, the first train on the line departs from the start of the route at 05:30 and from all other stations just before 06:00. On weekends and public holidays, trains start running a bit later, but the first departure from all MRT stations is still scheduled not later than 06:03.
The last train departure from the first station on the route is scheduled just after 23:00, with the last train reaching the final station at around 00:30. If you are looking to transfer to the MRT Purple Line, the last train you can take normally should be at least one hour earlier than the last departure at the station.
The train frequency depends on the day of the week and the time of the day.
On weekdays during rush hour, MRT trains depart every 3.5-4 minutes, while during off-peak hours the departures are scheduled every 5-7 minutes.
On weekends and public holidays, trains on this MRT line depart every 8 minutes, with the exception of the 16:00-19:00 timeframe on Saturdays when departures are slightly more frequent.
A detailed Bangkok MRT Blue Line timetable for the specific station can be found at the place.
Bangkok MRT Blue Line Fare
The Bangkok MRT fare for a single journey ticket, which is valid for a single journey, depends on the distance (the number of stations traveled). The current MRT Blue Line Bangkok ticket price is from 17 THB to 45 THB for a single journey. If your journey requires a transfer to the MRT Purple Line, the total fare can go up to 71 THB. For more details about the ticket price, check here: Bangkok MRT Blue Line Fare.
Bangkok MRT Blue Line Tickets
There are several ways to buy Bangkok MRT Blue Line tickets. The most common way is buying a single journey ticket using one of the ticket vending machines or from the MRT Station Ticket Office. You can also use a stored-value MRT card or the EMV contactless card to pay the fare. For detailed information about all ticket options, check here: Bangkok MRT Blue Line Tickets.
MRT Blue Line Map
The MRT Blue Line currently consists of 38 stations encircling the city center of Bangkok. Discover the route map with all the stations on the line here: Bangkok MRT Blue Line Map.
Tips
The MRT Blue Line 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.
The most popular area to stay along the Bangkok MRT Blue Line is the Sukhumvit Asoke area, which is directly connected to MRT Sukhumvit Station and BTS Asok Station, which makes getting around the city from there especially easy. Some of the best places to stay near MRT:
Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit - fabulous 5-star hotel in the heart of Sukhumvit.
Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit - luxury hotel between BTS Asok and Phrom Phong stations.
Radisson Blu Plaza Bangkok - 5-star hotel close to the Interchange 21 building and Soi Cowboy.
Park Plaza Bangkok Soi 18 - 4-star hotel by Radisson, close to MRT Sukhumvit station.
Hotel Clover Asoke - well-rated, art-inspired boutique hotel in the heart of Bangkok's city center.
