Phetchaburi MRT Station

Phetchaburi Station is the metro station on the MRT Blue Line. Located in the central part of the city, the BL21 station is one of the busiest MRT stations in Bangkok. Discover everything you need to know about Phetchaburi MRT Station, such as train timetables, tickets, the map of the station area, the best things to do, and hotels near Phetchaburi Station.

The guide to Phetchaburi MRT Station covers the following:

• Bangkok MRT Lines
• MRT Tickets & Fare from Phetchaburi
• Phetchaburi Station MRT Timetable
• Phetchaburi MRT Station Map
• Hotels near Phetchaburi MRT Station
• Things to Do near Phetchaburi Station
• Public Transport Connections
• Getting to Popular Destinations

Bangkok MRT Lines

The Bangkok mass rapid transit system currently consists of 10 metro lines used for transportation in the capital city of Thailand. 4 of them are named as Bangkok MRT lines:

Blue Line - the first underground metro system of Thailand, encircling the city center.

Purple Line - an elevated metro system serving the northwestern area of Bangkok.

Yellow Line - an elevated monorail train line in eastern Bangkok.

Pink Line - an elevated monorail train line in northern Bangkok.

While all of them are MRT lines, only the Blue Line and the Purple Line are operated by the same company (BEM) and share one ticketing system.

The Bangkok MRT is a convenient way to travel around the city, as metro lines are well-connected between themselves. The mass rapid transit system is very useful if you want to escape the busy traffic of Bangkok and save costs on traveling around the capital city of Thailand.

MRT Tickets & Fare from Phetchaburi Station

There are several types of Bangkok MRT tickets that can be used at the Phetchaburi Station:

1. Single Journey Ticket.
2. EMV Contactless Card.

Single journey tickets can be purchased at ticket-vending machines or at the ticket office of the station. On the Bangkok MRT Blue Line, you can also use the EMV contactless card of VISA or Mastercard to pay the fare.

The price of a MRT ticket depends on the length of the journey, and it's detailed here: Bangkok MRT Blue Line Fare.

To discover the MRT ticket price for a trip from Phetchaburi Station to any station on the Blue and Purple lines, explore this fare table.

Phetchaburi Station MRT Timetable

Discover the latest MRT timetable for train departures from Phetchaburi Station.

Weekday

To Lak Song Terminal (south of Phetchaburi Station):

• First train: 05:58
• Last train: 23:54

To Tha Phra Terminal (north of Phetchaburi Station):

• First train: 05:53
• Last train: 23:44

Saturday-Sunday & Public Holiday

To Lak Song Terminal (south of Phetchaburi Station):

• First train: 05:57
• Last train: 23:54

To Tha Phra Terminal (north of Phetchaburi Station):

• First train: 06:04
• Last train: 23:44

The frequency of train departures from Phetchaburi Station on the MRT Blue Line is every 3.5-7.25 minutes, depending on the day and time.

Phetchaburi MRT Station Map

Phetchaburi MRT Station is located at the Asok-Phetchaburi Intersection in the central part of the city, which is a popular area in the Huai Khwang district of Bangkok.

📍Google Maps

Explore the official area map of Phetchaburi MRT Station in the picture below.

The nearest stations on the MRT Blue Line:

• Phra Ram 9 (BL20)
• Sukhumvit (BL22)

A full list of the stations can be found on the Bangkok MRT map.

Hotels near Phetchaburi MRT Station

Phetchaburi is one of the best areas to stay in Bangkok as it is just one station from Sukhumvit, with the Airport Rail Link and MRT stations that make getting from the airport and around the city very easy. Discover the best hotels near Phetchaburi MRT Station below.

FX Hotel Metrolink Makkasan: A delightful 90-room boutique hotel, located adjacent to the Airport Rail Link Makkasan Station (use Exit 3).

Lancaster Bangkok: A 5-star hotel offering an authentic Thai experience with impeccable hospitality in their luxury rooms, apartments, and suites (use Exit 1).

Asoka Hotel: A laid-back hotel just a hop from Phetchaburi MRT station or Airport Link Makkasan station (use Exit 3).

Grand Mercure Bangkok Atrium: A 5-star hotel with easy transport links and exceptional dining experiences (use Exit 1).

Mercure Bangkok Makkasan: A 4-star hotel offering easy access to the Airport Rail Link Makkasan Station and MRT Phetchaburi (use Exit 3).

Asoke Residence Sukhumvit: An affordable hotel close to Phetchaburi MRT Station (use Exit 2).

Things to Do near Phetchaburi MRT Station

Phetchaburi is located close to Sukhumvit, which is one of the best areas to stay for anyone looking for entertainment in the capital city of Thailand. It is the central area that is bustling with business centers, shopping complexes, numerous dining spots, and unlimited nightlife. Another popular area in Bangkok, Ratchada, is located just north of Phetchaburi, making it a perfect spot to base in the city.

Explore the list of the best things to do near Phetchaburi MRT Station, including the most popular tourist attractions, shopping venues, dining and nightlife spots, and other activities in the area.

Tourist Attractions near Phetchaburi MRT Station

Royal City Avenue (RCA): A famous entertainment area with various pub and nightclubs, located between Rama IX Road and Phetchaburi Road (use Exit 1).

While there are not many significant points of interest next to the station, plenty of popular tourist attractions are one or two MRT stops away from Phetchaburi MRT Station.

Benjakitti Park: The green space next to the Terminal 21 shopping mall, suitable for picnicking, cycling, and jogging around the lake (near MRT Sukhumvit Station).

Soi Cowboy: The most famous red light district in Bangkok, which is a small alley packed with bars and clubs (near MRT Sukhumvit Station).

The nightlife venues around Sukhumvit MRT Station, such as Soi Cowboy and rooftop bars, are frequently visited by popular Bangkok nightlife tours similar to this tour to Soi Cowboy, Nana, Soi 11, Rooftops, Clubs & Go-Go’s.

Jodd Fairs Night Market: One of the latest night markets in the city, where you can find all what you need from many different stalls including must-eat delicacies, street food, traditional snacks, souvenirs, arts and crafts (near MRT Thailand Cultural Centre Station).

Thailand Cultural Centre: A venue for exhibitions and various performances such as concerts, plays, as well as various conferences (near MRT Thailand Cultural Centre Station).

Golden Dome Cabaret Show: One of the leading ladyboy musical shows, where you can witness top-rated performers in a spectacle of music, lights, and artistic expression with world-class costumes and scenes (near MRT Sutthisan Station).

Shopping near Phetchaburi MRT Station

Many popular shopping venues are just one or two MRT stops away from Phetchaburi MRT Station.

Terminal 21: A modern shopping mall where each floor has its own theme based on popular countries around the world (near MRT Sukhumvit Station).

Central Rama 9: Large department store that is filled with famous restaurants, food court, supermarkets, brand name stores, bookstores, IT equipment stores, banks, internet service providers and a movie theater (near MRT Phra Ram 9 Station).

Fortune Town: A shopping center specializing in computers, mobile phones, cameras, IT gadgets and accessories. There are also plenty of restaurants, cafés, food court and Lotus’s supermarket (near MRT Phra Ram 9 Station).

The Street Ratchada: Bustling commercial complex on Ratchadaphisek Road that is open 24 hours and features a variety of clothing and accessories shops, casual restaurants, cafes, fitness centers, beauty salons, co-working spaces, board game shops, as well as a 24/7 supermarket (near MRT Thailand Cultural Centre Station).

The Esplanade Mall: A 7-storey shopping and entertainment complex with many shops, a modern theatre, an ice skating rink, fitness centers, bookstores, clothing stores and plenty of dining options (near MRT Thailand Cultural Centre Station).

Dining & Nightlife Venues near Phetchaburi MRT Station

Benihana: Known for its lively teppanyaki style, the restaurant at Grand Mercure Bangkok Atrium offers more than just a meal; it’s a theatrical performance where skilled chefs cook your food right before your eyes, dazzling you with their knife skills, tricks, and playful banter.

Public: A gourmet all-day Thai, Western and Indian restaurant with city views at Grand Mercure Bangkok Atrium near Phetchaburi MRT.

Sky on 20 Rooftop Bar: A rooftop bar on the 26th floor of Novotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 20, where you can enjoy spectacular views of Bangkok's skyline and high-quality food and drinks.

Spectrum Lounge & Bar: A vibrant rooftop bar on the 29th and 30th floors of Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit.

Kisso: A restaurant set in a sleek and contemporary space at The Westin Grande Sukhumvit, offering a seasonal menu that showcases the freshest ingredients flown directly from Japan.

Other Activities near Phetchaburi MRT Station

The area around Phetchaburi MRT Station is home to many famous spa centers, where you can enjoy professional Thai massage and spa treatments. Some of the best spas in the area:

• Diora Luxe Asoke
• Let's Relax Spa Terminal 21
• Spring Massage at G Tower

Public Transport Connections

In the area around Phetchaburi MRT Station, you can transfer to Airport Rail Link, get one of the Bangkok buses passing on Phetchaburi Road or Asok Montri Road, or use the canal boat service operating along the Saen Saep Canal. There's also a railway station that lets you board an ordinary train going to Hua Lamphong Railway Station or to some destinations east of Bangkok.

Airport Rail Link

Phetchaburi MRT Station is connected with the Airport Rail Link via the adjacent ARL Makkasan Station (use Exit 1).

Public Bus

At the Opposite ARL Makkasan Station bus stop near Exit 1 on Asok Din Daeng Road, you can board buses going south of the station, such as:

• 3-55 to Khlong Toei
• 136 (3-47) to Khlong Toei
• 206 (3-30) to Mega Bangna

To travel in the opposite direction, you need to use Exit 3 and go to the ARL Makkasan Station bus stop, where you can board buses going north of the station, such as:

• 3-55 to Rama 7
• 136 (3-47) to Mochit Bus Terminal
• 206 (3-30) to Bang Khen
• 514 (1-54) to Minburi

To have more bus options, you can go to one of the bus stops on Phetchaburi Road (use Exit 1 to get there).

At the Srinakharinwirot University (Phetchaburi side) bus stop, you can board buses going west of the station, such as:

• 3-44 to Victory Monument
• 3-53 to Chinatown and Giant Swing
• 11 (3-3) to National Stadium
• 23 (3-5) to Thewet
• 60 (1-38) to MRT Sanam Chai
• 69 (2-13) to Tha It Market
• 72 (3-46) to Thewet
• 93 (1-40) to Si Phraya
• 113 (1-44) to Hua Lamphong
• 206 (3-30) to Bang Khen

To travel in the opposite direction, get to the Lancaster Bangkok bus stop, where you can board buses going east of the station, such as:

• 3-44 to Bangkok Port (Khlong Toei)
• 3-53 to ARL Hua Mak
• 11 (3-3) to Suan Luang Rama 9
• 23 (3-5) to Puchao Samingprai
• 60 (1-38) to Siam Amazing Park
• 69 (2-13) to Ramkhamhaeng
• 72 (3-46) to Khlong Toei
• 93 (1-40) to Phatthanakan
• 113 (1-44) to Minburi
• 206 (3-30) to Mega Bangna

Canal Boat

The nearest stop of the Saen Saep Express Boat is Asok Pier, located on Asok Montri Road (use Exit 2). The boat service operating on the Saen Saep Canal lets you travel to the old town of Bangkok in a few minutes.

Railway Station

Next to the MRT station, there's also Asok Railway Station, where you can board ordinary trains running on the Eastern Line and connecting Hua Lamphong Railway Station with various destinations in Eastern Thailand.

Popular Destinations from Phetchaburi Station

Explore the ways to get from Phetchaburi MRT Station to the most popular Bangkok attractions, such as:

• Grand Palace
• Wat Arun
• ICONSIAM
• Chinatown
• Chatuchak Weekend Market
• Asiatique The Riverfront
• Mahanakhon SkyWalk

Grand Palace

The Grand Palace is an impressive complex of buildings that was an official residence of the Thai kings for 150 years. The complex also houses Wat Phra Kaew, the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, which is regarded as the most important and sacred Buddhist temple in Thailand.

To get from Phetchaburi Station to the Grand Palace, take the MRT Blue Line to Sanam Chai MRT Station (BL31), which is the station about 1 km away from the Grand Palace.

Wat Arun

Wat Arun, known as the Temple of Dawn, is a Buddhist temple situated on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River.

To get from Phetchaburi Station to Wat Arun, you need to take the MRT Blue Line to Itsaraphap MRT Station (BL32), which is the station about 1 km away from Wat Arun.

ICONSIAM

ICONSIAM shopping mall is a famous shopping complex with hundreds of high-end shops and restaurants and even an indoor floating market. It is also a popular spot for boarding Bangkok dinner cruises.

To get from Phetchaburi Station to ICONSIAM, take the MRT Blue Line to Si Lom MRT Station (BL26) and transfer to the Silom Line at the adjacent Sala Daeng BTS Station to take a train going to Krung Thon Buri BTS Station (S7). There you can transfer to the Gold Line and travel for one stop to Charoen Nakhon Station (G2), which is connected to ICONSIAM.

Another option is dropping off at Saphan Taksin BTS Station (S6) and taking the ICONSIAM shuttle boat or one of the public boats to ICONSIAM Pier. Taking the shuttle boat is the cheapest option for getting there, as it's cheaper than the Gold Line train.

Chinatown

Bangkok Chinatown, locally known as Yaowarat, is one of the oldest and most unique cultural areas of the city, full of colorful buildings and decorations as well as Chinese-style attractions, restaurants, and markets.

To get from Phetchaburi Station to Chinatown, you need to take the MRT Blue Line to Wat Mangkon MRT Station (BL29), which is the main station in Chinatown.

Chatuchak Weekend Market

Chatuchak Weekend Market is one of the largest weekend markets in the world, containing more than 15,000 stalls selling various goods for local prices. The market is very popular between Thais and tourists, attracting over 200,000 visitors each day on the weekends.

To get from Phetchaburi Station to Chatuchak, you need to take the MRT Blue Line to Chatuchak Park MRT Station (BL13).

Asiatique The Riverfront

Asiatique The Riverfront Destination, occupying a large complex of old warehouses on the bank of the Chao Phraya River, is the place where you can shop, dine, enjoy the views from Asiatique Sky or SkyFlyers, and visit dinosaurs of Jurassic World, or spend an evening watching the most popular ladyboy show in the city, Calypso Cabaret. It's also a popular spot for boarding Bangkok dinner cruises.

To get from Phetchaburi Station to Asiatique, take the MRT Blue Line to Si Lom MRT Station (BL26) and transfer to the Silom Line at the adjacent Sala Daeng BTS Station to take the train going to Saphan Taksin BTS Station (S6). At the nearby Sathorn Pier, you can board the free Asiatique shuttle boat (after 16:00), the Chao Phraya Tourist Boat, or the City Line of Thai Smile Boat to Asiatique Pier.

Mahanakhon SkyWalk

Mahanakhon SkyWalk is one of the city’s premium attractions on the very top of King Power Mahanakhon, the second tallest building in Bangkok. The observation deck offers breathtaking panoramic views of the capital city.

To get from Phetchaburi Station to Mahanakhon SkyWalk, take the MRT Blue Line to Si Lom MRT Station (BL26) and transfer to the Silom Line at the adjacent Sala Daeng BTS Station to take the train going to Chong Nonsi BTS Station (S3), which is just one stop away.