When first arriving in Bangkok, things can feel a little overwhelming and you’ll likely be wondering what is the best way to go from Suvarnabhumi Airport to your hotel. You’ll find that there are plenty of options; taxis, minivans, buses, and the Airport Rail Link. We’re going to look at the Airport Rail Link; where it goes and how to use it.
Why should you use the Airport Rail Link?
It’s faster, cheaper, and more environmentally friendly. If traveling with 3 or more people, a taxi might be cheaper. However, the small amount you save might instead cost you the time of sitting in Bangkok traffic.
Finding the Airport Rail Link
The Airport Rail Link is found on the Basement floor of Suvarnabhumi Airport. To find it, just follow the signs from the Arrival Hall to the B floor.
If you have any questions before hopping on a train, stop by the Information Desk. It’s large and easy to notice.
Klook.comRiding the Airport Rail Link
The Airport Rail Link runs between Suvarnabhumi Airport and Phaya Thai station. At Makkasan Station you can connect to the MRT.
At Phaya Thai station you can connect to the BTS Skytrain station of the same name..
You buy your ticket at one of the vending machines to the kiosk. At a ticket vending machine you just:
- Press English
- Choose the Destination
- Select the number of passengers
- Put in your coins or bills.
- Grab your token
- Get your change
- Then go through the gates by tapping the token.
Remember to not lose your token, because you’ll need it to exit later.
When planning your travel to and form the airport, bear in mind that Airport Rail Link trains run from 06:00 to midnight.
Now You’re Ready to Ride
There you have it. A quick and easy how to on the Bangkok Airport Rail Link. Now you can quickly reach the center of Bangkok from Suvarnabhumi Airport on your next visit to the Big Mango.
