Is there a train from Thailand to Cambodia?
No, there is no direct train from Bangkok to Cambodia station. However, there are services departing from Phayathai and arriving at Phnom Penh Station via Poipet. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 4m.
Is Hua Lamphong station still open?
It was announced that the station would continue to live on but its role will be significantly downplayed. From December 23, 2021, Hua Lamphong will only accommodate 22 trains (previously 118), and some areas of the station will be revamped into a museum and marketplace.
Are overnight trains in Thailand safe?
If you are travelling in Thailand the train system can be a cost-effective way to get around the country. The service is generally decent and safe, but the trains are slow. The arrival times shown in the timetable, especially on the long-distance routes, should be treated as estimates rather than guarantees.
Is there a train from Bangkok to Phnom Penh?
There are 2 trains currently two trains a day running from Bangkok to Aranyaprathet, which is the first stage of the train journey from Bangkok to Phnom Penh. The frequency and quality of train services on this section of the Bangkok to Phnom Penh route is going to be upgraded when the entire line is complete.
How do I travel between Thailand and Cambodia?
How to Cross from Thailand to Cambodia by Land
- Take a bus or train to Aranyaprathet.
- Continue to the border either on another bus or tuk-tuk.
- Take a direct bus to Siem Reap from Khao San bus station or Mo Chit bus station.
- Fill out the Thai departure card and present it to Thai immigration authorities with the passport.
How long is the train ride from Bangkok to Cambodia?
Bangkok to Cambodia by Train Departing from Bangkok’s main Hua Lamphong station at 05:55 every day the train takes around 6 hours to reach Aranyaprathet station, close to the Poipet Thai – Cambodia border crossing. A ticket only costs 48 baht (about £1) and doesn’t need to be booked in advance.
Why is Hua Lamphong closing?
The culturally iconic rail station, Hua Lamphong in the Thai hub city of Bangkok is closing down, having been replaced by a newer, more generic station. The station has been in use for 100 years but will be closing routes as they move to the new station.
How do I get from Bangkok to Hua Hin?
The quickest way to get from Bangkok to Hua Hin is to taxi which costs ฿1400 – ฿1700 and takes 2h 47m. Is there a direct bus between Bangkok and Hua Hin? Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ekkamai and arriving at Hua Hin Minivan Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day.
What is the 7pm rule?
The old 7pm rule obliges a customer to fill in the date of arrival if he boards a direct overnight train after 19:00h (7pm), provided the train arrives at its final destination after 04:00h (4am). From 1st Jan 2019, customers will enter the date of departure in the calendar box for all trains.
How do I book a sleeper train in Thailand?
Buying tickets for the Thai sleeper train
- At the train station. You can buy tickets for the Thai sleeper train at all major stations in Thailand.
- Online via 12Go.Asia. The best site to order your train tickets online is 12Go.Asia.
- Thai Railway Ticket.
How do I get from Thailand to Cambodia?
Is there a train from Thailand to Vietnam?
At present, no railway connections have been made directly between Thailand and Vietnam so you will have to travel through a third country. You can currently travel by train via Cambodia or Laos.
Do sleeper trains in Thailand have compartments?
The sleeper trains in Thailand have first, second, and third class compartments. Third class train tickets are not recommended for the sleeper train because there are no beds, only seats; so you will hardly get any sleep. Second-class train tickets are suitable for backpackers or anyone traveling on a budget.
Is there a sleeper train from Bangkok to Chiang Mai?
Since 2017 there are brand new sleeper trains that run between Bangkok and Chiang Mai. The sleeper train departs at 6:10 PM from Bangkok and at 6:00 PM from Chiang Mai, and is a lot more comfortable than the old night train.
How many of the five train lines in Bangkok start at Thonburi?
Four out out of the five train lines starts at Bangkok’s Hua Lamphong train station. The Kanchanaburi train line is the only one which starts at Thonburi train station on the Western side of the Chao Phraya river in Bangkok. How useful was this page? Click on a star to rate it!