The SRT Red Line is a commuter train system connecting the northern and western suburban areas of Bangkok as well as Don Mueang Airport (DMK) with the main railway station of the city. Explore the Bangkok SRT Red Line ticket options with single journey tickets, cards, ticket prices, and the process of purchasing Red Line tickets.
SRT Red Line Bangkok Commuter Train
The SRT Red Line actually consists of 2 Bangkok metro lines that connect at Krung Thep Aphiwat station:
- Northern or Dark Red Line between Krung Thep Aphiwat and Rangsit stations
- Western or Light Red Line between Krung Thep Aphiwat and Taling Chan stations
The Bangkok SRT Red Line currently consists of 13 stations. Further extension of the line is under way, so more stations should be added in the near future.
The Red Line is connected with the MRT Blue Line at Krung Thep Aphiwat station, with the MRT Purple Line at Bang Son station, and with the Pink Line at Lak Si station. These connections help make reaching different areas of Bangkok from Don Mueang Airport more convenient.
Bangkok SRT Red Line Tickets
There are 3 ticket options for traveling on the Bangkok SRT Red Line train:
- Single journey ticket.
- Stored Value Ticket Card (SVT Card).
- Monthly Passenger Card.
- EMV Contactless Card.
1. SRT Red Line Single Journey Ticket
Bangkok SRT Red Line tickets for a single journey can be purchased at ticket vending machines. You need Thai Baht coins or banknotes for buying a ticket, as only cash is accepted. The ticket price depends on the distance traveled and is detailed below.
2. SRT Red Line Stored Value Ticket Card
The Bangkok SRT Red Line Stored Value Ticket Card (SVT Card) costs 300 THB. The initial card selling price consists of a 200 THB value stored on the card, a 50 THB deposit, and a 50 THB card issuance fee. The stored value can be used for paying the fare depending on the distance. The card can later be topped up at the station by using an Add Value Machine.
3. SRT Red Line Monthly Passenger Card
The Bangkok SRT Red Line Monthly Passenger Card is a 30-day pass that lets the passengers take 30 trips of any distance in a month. The ticket price is 800 THB, which includes a 750 THB fee for 30 trips and a 50 THB issuance fee.
Important note! This type of ticket is not currently on sale, as it doesn't make sense due to the maximum fare for the ride on the SRT Red Line train being decreased to 20 THB until 30 November 2025. The card might be reinstated after the ticket price gets back to usual.
Pay attention that all above-mentioned SRT Red Line tickets are valid on this train line only. If you are looking to extend your trip on another Bangkok metro line, you will need to buy another ticket at an MRT or BTS station.
4. EMV Contactless Card
Introduced recently, the EMV contactless card of VISA or Mastercard is another ticket option that can be used as a Bangkok SRT Red Line ticket card. EMV stands for "Europay Mastercard and Visa", which has a contactless payment logo on the front or the back of the card.
EMV contactless cards (credit cards or debit cards that have the contactless payment symbol) of all banks can be used to pay for Red Line fare.
While most of such cards should work on the system, some cards might not be accepted. We've been successfully using our Wise Card to pay Bangkok metro fares as it is much cheaper than using the card issued by the bank in Europe due to the mid-market THB exchange rate used on transactions.
Bangkok SRT Red Line Ticket Price
The Bangkok SRT Red Line ticket price depends on the distance and can be from 12 THB to 42 THB for a single journey between the stations on the line.
Important update! Starting from 16 October 2023, the maximum fare for the ride on the SRT Red Line train was decreased to 20 THB. The lowered price is valid until 30 November 2025.
The exact fare for your journey can be found on the SRT Red Line Fare Table at the station. You can also find detailed information on ticket prices here: Bangkok SRT Red Line Fare.
How to buy Bangkok SRT Red Line tickets?
To buy an SRT Red Line ticket for a single journey, you need to use a ticket vending machine. All these machines accept coins and banknotes.
These ticket vending machines are easy to use, as you can choose between English and Thai on the touchscreen.
Then you just need to choose your destination and number of tickets. The exact fare will appear on the screen.
You need 1, 2, 5, or 10 baht coins or 20, 50, or 100 baht banknotes, as satang coins and larger banknotes are not accepted. Insert coins and banknotes into dedicated slots.
When the amount inserted reaches the required fare, your ticket (token) and change will fall down into the chamber below. Take the token and your change (if any).
It is possible to purchase an SVT Card - a smart card that can be topped up for multiple rides. The SVT Card can be bought and topped up at the ticket office. The card can also be topped up using the Add Value Machine.
However, if you are visiting Bangkok only as a tourist for a short stay, getting such a card would hardly be worth it.
How to use the Bangkok SRT Red Line ticket?
When you get your token, proceed to the metallic gates. Green arrow signs indicate entry points - you need to choose one of them.
Touch your token to the indicated place on the metallic part of the gate. The red gate will then open. Quickly walk through as the gate stays open for just a couple of seconds.
Don’t lose the token, as at the exit you will have to insert it into the dedicated slot for the gate to open.
Bangkok SRT Red Line Timetable
The Bangkok SRT Red Line commuter train operates daily from 05:00 to midnight. For more details on the train departure schedule, explore the Bangkok SRT Red Line Timetable.
SRT Red Line Map
The Bangkok SRT Red Line currently consists of 13 stations, one of which is shared between the Northern Line and the Western Line. Discover the route map with all the stations on the line here: Bangkok SRT Red Line Map.
Tips
Get a discounted Thailand SIM card with an internet plan at Don Mueang Airport and stay connected during your trip on the SRT Red Line commuter 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 Don Mueang Airport luggage storage and travel lightly.
If you are landing at Don Mueang and want to take a long-journey train to Northern or Northeast Thailand on the same day, you don't need to take the SRT Red Line to Krung Thep Aphiwat, as these trains also stop at Don Mueang SRT station. Train tickets for such a journey need to be booked well in advance, and it can be done online here: Train tickets at Don Mueang.
The SRT Red 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.
