The MRT Yellow Line is an elevated monorail train (Skytrain) system connecting Lat Phrao and Samrong in Bangkok. The Yellow Line expanded the network of Bangkok metro by connecting the eastern part of the city. Discover the Bangkok MRT Yellow Line timetable with operating hours, the first and the last train from the station, and expected train departure frequency.
MRT Yellow Line Bangkok SkyTrain
The MRT Yellow Line Bangkok is a recently opened cross-city link in the middle of the northeastern and eastern areas of Bangkok. A key highlight of this line is its connectivity to other rail systems, such as the BTS Green Line at Samrong Station (YL23), the Airport Rail Link at Hua Mak Station (YL11), and the MRT Blue Line at Lat Phrao Station (YL01).
The MRT Yellow Line doesn’t pass the city center and other areas frequently visited by tourists, but you might still find it useful during your visit due to the good connection with other lines, several places with a local vibe along the route, and numerous affordable accommodations in the area.
As this Bangkok line is an elevated train system (Skytrain), quite often it is confused to be the BTS Yellow Line, but it is actually an MRT line. However, even if the Yellow Line is MRT and it connects with the original MRT underground system, it is not a fully integrated part of the MRT metro system, so ticketing for this line is separate, and you won't be able to change trains without getting a new ticket, unless you are transferring from the BTS Green Line.
Bangkok MRT Yellow Line Timetable
Bangkok MRT Yellow Line trains operate from 06:00 to midnight.
Actually, the first train departs from the start of the route at 05:30, and the last departure is scheduled at 00:00, with the last train reaching the final station at 00:46.
MRT Yellow Line SkyTrain frequency depends on the time of the day, as during peak time (07:00-09:00 and 17:00-20:00 on weekdays), trains depart every 5 minutes, while during off-peak hours, on weekends and public holidays, departures are scheduled every 10 minutes.
Bangkok MRT Yellow Line Fare
Bangkok MRT Yellow Line fare depends on the distance and the number of stations traveled and can be from 15 THB to 45 THB for a single journey between the stations on the line.
With Rabbit Card, sometimes you can pay less than the official fare, as they are making various promotions, e.g., buying a package of tickets for as low as 25 THB per ticket for any distance ride.
For more details about the ticket price, check here: Bangkok MRT Yellow Line Fare.
Bangkok MRT Yellow Line Tickets
There are several types of Bangkok MRT Yellow Line tickets that can be used for traveling on this line: the single journey ticket, the Rabbit Card, and the EMV contactless card.
The Rabbit Card simplifies things as it can be topped up and used for traveling not only with the MRT Yellow Line SkyTrain but also with the BTS Green Line, the Gold Line, the MRT Pink Line, and the Chao Phraya Express Boat. The Rabbit Card can be booked online and conveniently picked up at the airport on arrival.
For detailed information about all ticket options, check here: Bangkok MRT Yellow Line Tickets.
Bangkok MRT Yellow Line Map
The Bangkok MRT Yellow Line consists of 23 stations in the eastern part of the city. Discover the route map with all the stations on the line here: Bangkok MRT Yellow Line Map.
Tips
Before exiting the MRT Yellow Line station, check the area map and choose the exit that is the most convenient for you.
As many travelers get confused, traveling on the MRT Yellow Line Skytrain is not covered by the BTS Skytrain One-Day Pass, which is only valid on the BTS Green Line.
The MRT Yellow 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.
