10 Mass Transit Lines: 2025 Update – Where Can You Go?
The current and future expansion of the mass transit system is highly significant. It helps alleviate severe traffic congestion in large cities, significantly boosting travel convenience, and drastically reducing travel time from one point to another. Residents in Bangkok and its vicinity now enjoy remarkable ease of transport, as the electric train network covers nearly the entire metropolitan area. Living in a condo near a mass transit station is no longer a hassle, thanks to the multitude of lines connecting every corner of the city.
The mass transit system in Bangkok and the surrounding areas is undergoing continuous development and expansion to enhance public convenience. Below is the updated map summarizing all operational lines, those currently under construction, and those planned for the future
2025 Mass Transit Map Update
Here is a look at the current and future operational lines:
Light Green LineKhu Khot Station – Kheha Station
Dark Green LineNational Stadium Station – Bang Wa Station
Blue LineBang Sue – Hua Lamphong and Hua Lamphong – Lak Song
Purple LineTao Pun Station – Khlong Bang Phai Station
Yellow LineLat Phrao Station – Samrong Station
Pink LineNonthaburi Civic Center Station – Min Buri Station
Gold LineKrung Thon Buri Station – Khlong San Station
Airport Rail Link (ARL)Phaya Thai Station – Suvarnabhumi Airport
Red LineBang Sue Grand Station – Rangsit / Taling Chan
Future/Under Construction Lines:
Orange LineBang Khun Non – Thailand Cultural Centre – Rom Klao Junction
Pink Line ExtensionSi Rat Station – Muang Thong Thani Lake
Purple Line ExtensionTao Pun – Rat Burana (Khru Nai)
The Mass Transit Lines in Detail
The Green Line (BTS Skytrain)
The BTS is the backbone of Bangkok’s mass transit system, facilitating easy travel, reducing congestion, and linking key areas across the city.
Green Line Routes: The line consists of two main routes:
Sukhumvit Line (Mo Chit – Bearing – Kheha Samut Prakan – Khu Khot): Runs from the north (Khu Khot) through major areas like Ha Yaek Lat Phrao, Ari, Asok, Ekkamai, and Sukhumvit, extending to Kheha (Samut Prakan).
- Silom Line (National Stadium – Bang Wa): Connects from National Stadium, passing through central business districts like Sala Daeng, Chong Nonsi, Surasak, and Saphan Taksin, before extending to the Thon Buri side up to Bang Wa.
Key Interchange Stations:
BTS Mo Chit → MRT Chatuchak Park (Blue Line)
BTS Asok → MRT Sukhumvit (Blue Line)
BTS Sala Daeng → MRT Si Lom (Blue Line)
BTS Ha Yaek Lat Phrao → MRT Phahonyothin (Blue Line)
BTS Bang Wa → MRT Bang Wa (Blue Line)
BTS Saphan Taksin → Sathon Pier (Chao Phraya Express Boat)
BTS Phaya Thai → Airport Rail Link Phaya Thai
BTS Chong Nonsi → BRT Chong Nonsi
Operating Hours (BTS): Daily from 05:00 AM – 12:00 AM (Midnight).
The Blue Line (MRT)
The MRT Blue Line, operated by the Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA), is vital for connecting the city center with the Thon Buri side and linking to other rail networks.
Bang Sue – Hua Lamphong: The original route connecting Bang Sue and Hua Lamphong, passing through key areas like Chatuchak, Lat Phrao, Ratchadaphisek, Sutthisan, Huai Khwang, Rama 9, and Si Lom.
- Hua Lamphong – Lak Song: The extension that connects to the Thon Buri side, passing landmarks such as Wat Mangkon, Sam Yot, Sanam Chai, Itsaraphap, Tha Phra, and Bang Khae, offering rapid access to the city center for Thon Buri residents.
Key Interchange Stations:
MRT Chatuchak Park → BTS Mo Chit
MRT Sukhumvit → BTS Asok
MRT Si Lom → BTS Sala Daeng
MRT Bang Wa → BTS Bang Wa
Operating Hours: Daily from 05:30 AM – 12:00 AM (Midnight)
The Purple Line (MRT)
The Purple Line is a key mass transit route connecting Nonthaburi and Bangkok, helping to reduce traffic congestion and facilitate faster travel between the two areas.
Tao Pun – Khlong Bang Phai: Plays a significant role in extending urban development from Bangkok into Nonthaburi, easing traffic on major roads like Rattanathibet and Kanchanaphisek.
Tao Pun – Rat Burana (Under Construction): An extension expected to open in 2029 (B.E. 2572), which will further connect Nonthaburi, Bangkok, and Samut Prakan.
Key Interchange Stations:
MRT Tao Pun → MRT Blue Line
MRT Nonthaburi Civic Center → MRT Pink Line
Operating Hours: Daily from 05:30 AM – 12:00 AM (Midnight)
The Yellow Line (Monorail)
The Yellow Line is a Light Rail Monorail system serving densely populated and traffic-heavy corridors, particularly along Srinakarin, Lat Phrao, and Thepharak Roads, which are major business centers in Bangkok and Samut Prakan.
Key Interchange Stations:
Lat Phrao Station (YL01) → MRT Lat Phrao (Blue Line)
Samrong Station (YL23) → BTS Samrong
Lam Sali Station (YL12) → MRT Orange Line (Under Construction)
Hua Mak Station (YL14) → Airport Rail Link Hua Mak
Srinagarindra Station (YL16) → SRT Light Red Line
Operating Hours: Daily from 05:30 AM – 12:00 AM (Midnight)
The Pink Line (Monorail)
The Pink Line is a Monorail system connecting the Ram Inthra zone and Nonthaburi with a total of 30 stations, significantly improving travel between Northeastern Bangkok and Nonthaburi.
Key Interchange Stations:
Nonthaburi Civic Center Station → MRT Pink Line
Wat Phra Si Mahathat Station → BTS Wat Phra Si Mahathat (Green Line)
Lak Si Station → SRT Red Line (Lak Si Station)
Min Buri Station → MRT Orange Line (Min Buri Station)
Operating Hours: Daily from 06:00 AM – 12:00 AM (Midnight).
The Gold Line (AGT)
The Gold Line is an Automated Guideway Transit (AGT) system serving the Thon Buri area between Krung Thon Buri Station and Khlong San Station. It features driverless, rubber-wheeled operation to minimize noise and provide convenient service.
Key Interchange Stations:
Krung Thon Buri Station (G1) → BTS Krung Thon Buri (Green Line)
Khlong San Station (G3) → Plans for future connection with the MRT Purple Line Extension.
Operating Hours: Daily from 06:00 AM – 12:00 AM (Midnight)
Airport Rail Link (ARL)
The ARL connects Bangkok with Suvarnabhumi Airport and provides convenient access to the Phaya Thai area.
Key Interchange Stations:
Phaya Thai Station (A8) → BTS Phaya Thai (Green Line)
Makkasan Station (A6) → MRT Phetchaburi (Blue Line)
Hua Mak Station (A4) → MRT Hua Mak (Yellow Line)
Suvarnabhumi Station (A1) → Suvarnabhumi Airport
Operating Hours: Daily from 05:30 AM – 12:00 AM (Midnight).
The Red Line (Suburban Railway)
The Red Line is a suburban railway system running through Nonthaburi and Bangkok, divided into two main lines: the Dark Red Line (R1) and the Light Red Line (R2), which connect various areas of Bangkok.
Key Interchange Stations:
Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal (Bang Sue Grand Station) → MRT Bang Sue (Blue Line)
Bang Son Station (Light Red Line) → MRT Tao Pun (Purple Line)
Lak Si Station (Dark Red Line) → MRT Pink Line
Operating Hours: Daily from 05:30 AM – 12:00 AM (Midnight)
The Orange Line (Under Construction)
The Orange Line is a crucial mass transit project currently under construction to alleviate traffic congestion and improve connectivity across Bangkok.
Orange Line Sections:
Eastern Section (Thailand Cultural Centre – Suwinthawong): Includes 16 stations from Thailand Cultural Centre to Suwinthawong.
Western Section (Bang Khun Non – Thailand Cultural Centre): Includes 11 stations from Bang Khun Non to Thailand Cultural Centre.
Estimated Opening Dates (B.E. - Buddhist Era):
Thailand Cultural Centre – Rom Klao Junction: Expected to open by 2027 (B.E. 2570).
Bang Khun Non – Thailand Cultural Centre: Expected to open by 2029 (B.E. 2572).
Conclusion
By 2025, Bangkok's mass transit network will feature 10 major lines in operation or under development, significantly enhancing travel convenience and reducing traffic congestion. This expansion also creates valuable opportunities for real estate investment in areas connected to the modern transit system, promising long-term value appreciation.
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