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. Discover the Bangkok SRT Red Line timetable with operating hours, the first and the last train from the station, and expected train departure frequency.
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 Timetable
The Bangkok SRT Red Line commuter train operates daily from 05:00 to midnight (an earlier service starting time was introduced in August 2023). The frequency of train departures depends on the line (dark or light red) and the time of day, as on the main line the train departure frequency is increased during the rush hour.
Bangkok SRT Dark Red Line Timetable
On the Dark Red Line, the first train from terminal stations Krung Thep Aphiwat and Rangsit departs at 05:00, and the last train from both these stations departs at 00:00, with the arrival at the final station scheduled before 00:30.
On the Dark Red Line between Krung Thep Aphiwat and Rangsit stations, the current frequency of train departures depends on the time of day, as during rush hour trains depart every 10 minutes, while outside of rush hour the frequency is 15 minutes. The timetable of train departures is the following:
- 05:00–06:30 every 15 minutes
- 06:30–09:30 every 10 minutes
- 09:30–16:30 every 15 minutes
- 16:30–19:30 every 10 minutes
- 19:30–00:00 every 15 minutes
The journey on this line between Krung Thep Aphiwat and Rangsit stations takes approximately 23 minutes.
Bangkok SRT Light Red Line Timetable
On the Light Red Line, the first train from terminal stations Krung Thep Aphiwat and Taling Chan departs at 05:00, and the last train from both these stations departs at 00:00, with the arrival at the final station scheduled before 00:20.
On the Light Red Line between Krung Thep Aphiwat and Taling Chan stations, the current frequency of train departures is 20 minutes.
The journey on this line between Krung Thep Aphiwat and Taling Chan stations takes approximately 16 minutes.
SRT Red Line Timetable at Krung Thep Aphiwat
For both parts of the SRT Red Line (Dark Red Line to Rangsit and Light Red Line to Taling Chan), Krung Thep Aphiwat is the terminal station.
Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal is the new intercity terminal station of Bangkok, where most of the long-journey trains terminate. SRT Red Line commuter trains start and end their routes at the same building of the railway station with specific platforms dedicated to the service. You can also take a long-journey train from Krung Thep Aphiwat station to destinations like Chiang Mai, Sukhothai, or Surat Thani (for taking a ferry to Koh Samui or Koh Phangan).
Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal is connected with Bangkok city center by the MRT Blue Line, as the underground MRT Bang Sue station is located nearby. Many travelers use the connection between the Blue Line and Red Line at Krung Thep Aphiwat to extend the journey from Don Mueang Airport to Bangkok city center and vice versa.
The timetable of the SRT Red Line train departures from Krung Thep Aphiwat to Rangsit and Don Mueang Airport is the following.
In case you are planning to travel to the western part of Bangkok, explore the timetable of the SRT Red Line train departures from Krung Thep Aphiwat to Taling Chan.
SRT Red Line Timetable at Don Mueang Airport
The SRT Red Line is a metro route connecting Bangkok city with Don Mueang Airport (DMK), the second airport of Thailand's capital city.
In case you are arriving at DMK Airport and want to take a train to the city, explore the timetable of the SRT Red Line train departures from Don Mueang Airport to the city (direction to Krung Thep Aphiwat).
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.
SRT Red Line Fare
Bangkok SRT Red Line fare depends on the distance and can be from 12 THB to 42 THB for a single journey between the stations on the line. For more details about the ticket price, check here: Bangkok SRT Red Line Fare.
SRT Red Line Tickets
Bangkok SRT Red Line tickets for a single journey can be purchased at ticket vending machines and ticket counters. For more ticket options, check here: Bangkok SRT Red Line Tickets.
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.
