Bangkok's public transport has expanded significantly. Here's the current system:
🚂 TRAINS
BTS SKYTRAIN ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
What it is: Elevated train, air-conditioned, efficient, covers most tourist areas
- Sukhumvit Line (Light Green):
- Kheha (north) → Samut Prakan (south)
- Covers: Chatuchak, Victory Monument, Siam, Asok/Nana, On Nut, Bearing
- Silom Line (Dark Green):
- National Stadium → Bang Wa
- Covers: Siam, Sala Daeng/Silom, Saphan Taksin (river), Wongwian Yai
- Gold Line:
- Krung Thonburi → Klong San
- Connects to Icon Siam mall
Cost: ฿17-65 (₿47 average) - slightly increased from 2024 Hours: 5:30am - 12:30am (extended hours!) Frequency: Every 3-5 minutes (peak), 5-8 minutes (off-peak)
How to use the BTS: