Transfer from Bangkok Airport to Centre

You land in Bangkok to visit Thailand? Here’s how to transfer between Bangkok Airport and Centre.

Located thirty-two kilometres from Bangkok City Hall, Suvarnabhumi Airport has been operating since 2006. This is Thailand’s main terminal. Indeed, it was built to supple the small and aging Don Muang airport. In addition, his name is drawn from ancient Buddhist texts and means “Land of Gold”. It has an annual capacity for 45 million passengers. However, it has now received more than 50 million since 2012 (with the exception of 2014). It is therefore regularly in the world’s Top 20 in terms of affluence.

Bangkok City Hall is located in the Phra Nakhon district. This is the most interesting area for cultural and historical visits. However, it is not considered the centre of Bangkok. Indeed, the latter is much more modern. You will find many skyscrapers and shopping center, and it is called Phatum Wan. So, taxi, subway or bus? Are these ways of locomotion available to reach the heart of the city? What are their rates and are they fast? Here’s how to make your transfer between Bangkok Airport and Centre.

Cheapest: public bus

Bangkok public buses are available at the Airport Transport Center, which you will reach via a free shuttle. You can choose between two bus lines to reach the centre. However, you will have to complete your journey by another way of locomotion, as none goes to Pathum Wan. However, no panic, you'll still be close.

Attention, if your luggage is too big, it is possible that the driver refuses you access to the vehicle.

Here are the lines to use:

• Line 551: operating 24 hours a day is the most convenient and fastest of the lines. It passes through the express way and its terminus is in Victory Monument. From there you can take the BTS and reach Siam station.
• Line 552: it passes through the longest street in Thailand, Sukhumvit Road. Go to the Ekkamai stop and take the BTS to Siam station.
• Bonus: line S1 : this bus line set up in 2017 is to be taken at level 1 and door 7 of the airport. It does not serve the centre of Bangkok, but it is still important to talk about it. Why? Simply because it is the most convenient line to reach Khao San Road. Therefore, it is useful if you have decided to stay in this festive and tourist street, or nearby. It is also the line that then joins the Grand Palais and its neighbourhood with the most cultural and historical interests. Indeed, you will find Wat Pho, Wat Arun and many other visits to do.

The most available: Taxi

Get in a taxi is the solution that combines simplicity, comfort and speed for a transfer between the Bangkok airport and the centre.

Located at level 1, several booking stations are available at doors 3, 4, 7 and 8. Take your ticket and wait in the indicated line. Taxis authorized to take passengers in the airport are required to use an electronic counter. The amount to be paid will be based on the kilometres travelled. Or squeeze if you're stuck in traffic jams. Your driver will ask you if you want to go through the highway and it will be up to you to pay the various tolls.

For the most pressed, you can also book your taxi online, on platforms like with TaxiTender . TaxiTender is an online booking platform for reliable and affordable airport transfer. Your driver will wait for you in the arrival area, with a sign to your name. It will then take you to the exact place where you want to go. Cancellation is free. If you booked a flight early in the morning at Beauvais Airport or if you prefer to simply take a taxi to the airport, this platform is ideal for this use.

The most comfortable: Private transfer

Would you prefer to take a comfortable way of transport for your transfer between Bangkok Airport and the centre? So, rather, opt for private transfer. You'll have a car with a driver, usually speaking English. Several classes of vehicles are available according to your expectations and needs. When you're in this one, don't worry about anything.

You can easily book this type of online service via an airport transfer booking site. In addition, there are also counters in the terminal if you did not book your transfer in advance. This service is also available in the hotel-airport sense.

Fastest: The Airport Link

The Airport Link is the metro line that connects Suvarnabhumi Airport near the centre of Bangkok. To take it, simply reach the lowest level of the airport (level B). Know that in this place you will find the two best exchange offices of the terminal (Value Plus and Super Rich). If you already have Thai coins, an automatic terminal will allow you to buy your ticket. If not, go to the Airport City Link and ask the caisse host(s) to the Phaya Thai station.

Know that there is a second metro line, which uses the same route. However, it only stops at two stations (Makkasan and Phaya Thai). Her name is Survanabhumi Express Airport and is also at level B. Once you arrive at Phaya Thai, you can take the airline (BTS) to Siam station.

Alternative: rent a car near Bangkok Airport

You want to be totally free from your movements and be able to go anywhere you want to visit Bangkok? Then you can easily rent a car near Bangkok Airport. On site, Europcar, Chic Car Rent or Sixt Rent A Car will allow you to choose the vehicle you need. For renting an online vehicle, you can visit Rentalcars . In this case, count a minimum of 30€ per day.

Sleep near Bangkok Airport

You are on call and you want to avoid a double transfer between Bangkok airport and the centre? Therefore, sleep near the airport. There is a multitude of hotels offering services of more or less high standing, according to prices. It is possible to find hotels at all prices, from about 10 euros per night to several hundred euros.