BTS Skytrain, Bangkok: Hours, Address, BTS Skytrain Reviews: 4.5/5
BTS Skytrain
BTS Skytrain
4.5
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Bangkok’s answer to mass transit started operating in December 1999 and is a convenient and useful way of getting around the city.
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The area
Neighbourhood: Lumphini
How to get there
- Chit Lom • 7 min walk
Best nearby
We rank these restaurants and attractions by balancing reviews from our members with how close they are to this location.
Restaurants
6,959 within 5 kms
Flavors
2,523
0.4 km$$ - $$$ • Seafood • International • Asian
Shintaro
624
63 m$$$$ • Japanese • Seafood • Sushi
Biscotti
809
73 m$$$$ • Italian • Mediterranean • European
Madison
517
0.1 km$$$$ • Steakhouse • European • Grill
MoMo Café
1,680
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • American • Cafe • International
La Tavola
641
0.4 km$$$$ • Italian • Vegetarian Friendly • Vegan Options
Aqua Bar
185
0.1 km$$ - $$$ • Italian • Japanese • Steakhouse
R Bar
215
0.4 km$$ - $$$ • Bar • Wine Bar
Fei Ya
961
0.3 km$$$$ • Chinese • Cantonese • Shanghai
The St. Regis Bar
289
13 m$$$$ • Bar • European • Wine Bar
Attractions
561 within 10 kms
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2,685
0.5 kmReligious Sites
Wat Pathum Wanaram
213
0.5 kmReligious Sites
Gaysorn Shopping Centre
225
0.5 kmShopping Malls
Central Chidlom
305
0.7 kmDepartment Stores
Asia Parkour
2
0.4 kmSports Complexes • Playgrounds
Jim Thompson House
14,259
1.6 kmSpeciality Museums • Architectural Buildings
Amarin Plaza
232
0.5 kmShopping Malls
CentralWorld
5,728
0.8 kmShopping Malls
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0.9 kmShopping Malls
MBK Center (Ma Boon Khrong Center)
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1.2 kmShopping Malls
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4.5
49,191 reviews
Excellent
30,060
Very good
15,305
Average
3,193
Poor
439
Terrible
195
JS-JN
Birmingham, UK3,677 contributions
The pay stations all display in English and are really easy to operate. Quick comfortable and great transport. Great value transport.
Written 22 May 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
boltotraveller
Adlington, UK1,026 contributions
Dec. 2021
Great to get around but so overcrowded it's almost dangerous
Sometimes you have no choice but to use it as traffic is so bad
Sometimes you have no choice but to use it as traffic is so bad
Written 21 May 2022
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Patrick LG
Portland, OR9 contributions
May 2022
Newbees: jump into the BTS Skytrain to get a great view on Bangkok.
Clean, safe, with a high rotation of trains (you never wait more than a couple minutes).
The only drawback is the weird fact that tickets are not compatible with the subway...
Think about the Day Pass is you plan on hopping in and out.
Clean, safe, with a high rotation of trains (you never wait more than a couple minutes).
The only drawback is the weird fact that tickets are not compatible with the subway...
Think about the Day Pass is you plan on hopping in and out.
Written 19 May 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
CSK
Singapore, Singapore114 contributions
May 2022
Now I noticed there are more English signboards (compared to 2017-18) and descriptions for various BTS stations with nearby tourists attractions,
Written 18 May 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
JS-JN
Bristol, UK26 contributions
May 2022
This transport is cheap and easy to use for a tourist, if you are going to use it more than a few times get a "rabbit" pre paid travel card, makes it so much easier than buying single tickets.
Written 10 May 2022
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Goks N
Pune, India54 contributions
May 2022
We took the train from Chatuchak park until Ratchathewi. Right from ticketing to the entry was effortless. The people on the station as well were helpful in letting us know the line to be taken. A lovely experience. For all travellers on budget or otherwise, I would suggest to take the buses or the skytrains, they are 10x better than the taxis or tuktuks.
Written 9 May 2022
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Kev&Family
Singapore, Singapore623 contributions
May 2022
The BTS Skytrain is an easy and fast way to get around most of Bangkok. For an easier experience, instead of using the ticketing machine, you can go up to the counter to buy from the counter staff. However, only cash is accepted. Credit card is not
Written 7 May 2022
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Steven C
Adelaide, Australia60 contributions
Apr. 2022
Take a little bit of time going over BTS routes and stations in relation to where you would like to travel around Bangkok and it is an effective means of transport.
Trains run like clock work and if you just miss one then another is only a couple of minutes behind
Trains run like clock work and if you just miss one then another is only a couple of minutes behind
Written 6 May 2022
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Gerald W
Frankfort, MI200 contributions
Apr. 2022 • Solo
I used the BTS and MRT extensively as I roamed around Bangkok. Inexpensive and efficient service that complemented my use of taxies and tuk tuk.
Written 5 May 2022
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Alberto N
2 contributions
Apr. 2022 • Family
Very fast, affordable and confortable . It takes you to the river and some of the main attractions in town .
Written 3 May 2022
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Sonia M
Kolkata (Calcutta), India
Now 20 March 2020 Friday where is BTS pl
anne-cisca
Heiloo, The Netherlands193 contributions
If you mean by safe against the virus. noting is safe,only if you are aware of your own behavior.peaple are using mask and when I was there only the airporttrain was disinfected,but maybe these days the skytrain as well. I think it is a good idea to ware plastic gloves and do not touch anything if not needed and do not touch your face as well,wash your hands and everywhere you will find handgel.
grambuc
London, UK114 contributions
Hullo, can you buy a single ticket or card which is valid for the three rail systems, ie Airport Link, Metro and Skytrain. Or do you have to buy three separate tickets? My journey will be from airport to Nana station. Thank you.
earlymorn1606
Felpham, UK241 contributions
I am not sure about a card but yes you can buy single tickets
Cathy M
London, UK62 contributions
Is there a Skytrain station near the Rembrandt hotel please? Thank you.
Al M
Fort Worth, TX92 contributions
It's about 0.6 kilometer or 0.4 of a mile. Walk up Soi 18 to Sukhumvit road and turn left
Site will not allow post of a google maps location, sorry. You are looking for BTS อโศก
nmeyer1616
Edmonton, Canada1 contribution
Which stop do I get off for the Akara hotel? I’m coming from the airport and directions to the hotel is possible please and thanks
bobjanh
Brisbane, Australia1,744 contributions
Get a taxi rom the airport, it will save a lot of hassle and time. With BTS, you will have to change from the airport line to another. A taxi, subject to time of day, will go straight to your hotel door and cost around B300-B400.
Brigitte K
23 contributions
Gibt es ein Ticket für einen ganzen Tag oder auch für mehrere Tage, mit dem man unbegrenzt den Sky Train benutzen kann?
Meine Freundin und ich (wir sind beide 70 Jahre alt) werden Ende Januar nach Bangkok im Rahmen einer Rundreise, Thailand, Kambotscha, Vietnam besuchen.
Danke für Ihre Antwort.
LG Brigitte
Reisepeti1952
Heidelberg, Germany568 contributions
Guten Tag, es gibt in Bangkok so viele verschiedene Fortbewegungsmittel, die alle zum Gesamtbild der Stadt gehören, vom Schiff bis zum Skytrain, also nicht nur auf diesen konzentrieren, sondern alle nutzen! Und generell gesehen: Transport in Bangkok ist preisgünstig. Viel Spaß!
Paul V
Melbourne, Australia5 contributions
Are all BTS trains and stations luggage friendly? I’m staying at Novotel Bangkok Silom Road and the nearest BTS station is Saphan Taksin. Thank you
Amipswi
London, UK33 contributions
Some have lifts. If you can carry your bag/suitcase you will be able to use them all.
Lucia P
Bratislava, Slovakia
Hi all. We'll have 5 hours to change the plane at Bangkok int.airport it means cca 3 hours of pure time to look around. What do you advise me to see in Bangkok e.g. a budhist temple would be great. Thanks for tips.
Kay P
Lauenburg an der Elbe, Germany13 contributions
You will need at least 45 min to go to the center and 45 min back. And there is a big risk of a Traffic Jam. Think it’s better to explore Bangkok airport...
Frequently Asked Questions about BTS Skytrain
- BTS Skytrain is open:
- Sun - Sat 12:00 am - 11:59 pm
- We recommend booking BTS Skytrain tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 7 BTS Skytrain tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience BTS Skytrain:
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- Hotels near BTS Skytrain:
- (0.03 km) The St. Regis Bangkok
- (0.10 km) Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel
- (0.14 km) Hansar Bangkok Hotel
- (0.20 km) Dusit Suites Hotel Ratchadamri, Bangkok
- (0.20 km) Grande Centre Point Hotel Ratchadamri
- Restaurants near BTS Skytrain:
- (0.01 km) The St. Regis Bar
- (0.02 km) The Drawing Room
- (0.02 km) The Lounge
- (0.03 km) Decanter
- (0.03 km) IGNIV Bangkok
- Attractions near BTS Skytrain:
- (0.04 km) Biib Massage
- (0.04 km) Nature Thai Massage
- (0.20 km) Peninsula Tailors Bangkok
- (0.09 km) ELEMIS Spa Bangkok
- (0.09 km) Anantara Spa - Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel