Bang Wa BTS Station
Bang Wa serves as the western terminus of the BTS Silom Line, making it a key node in Bangkok's urban rail network. Its primary significance lies in its interchange connection with the MRT Blue Line, allowing passengers to transfer between the two systems and access a wide range of destinations across the city, including the Southern Bus Terminal and Mo Chit. The station is operated under the Bangkok Mass Transit System and runs efficient, clean, and punctual services from early morning through to midnight.
Compared to busier inner-city BTS stations, Bang Wa has a noticeably quieter atmosphere with light passenger traffic. Facilities are minimal — there are no ATMs inside the station, and food and drink vendors are largely absent, with only occasional pre-packaged food available on the platform level. A Cafe Amazon outlet is located nearby outside the station for those needing refreshments.
What's Near Bang Wa BTS Station
Top-rated places within walking distance — tap any card for photos, reviews, and directions.
Mahanakorn Thai Cooking Class
Hands-on Thai cooking school in Phasi Charoen offering daily classes in authentic techniques and traditional recipes.
Khlong Bang Luang Market
Small, calm canalside strip of artist studios and cafés, best paired with Wat Paknam up the road.
Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen
Free to enter, and the emerald glass stupa inside the white pagoda is unlike any temple interior in Bangkok.
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Bang Wa BTS Station, round out your day in Bangkok with contrasting stops nearby.
Reviews from Google
HIGH QUALITY TRAIN SERVICE: Almost everything is right about the train functioning here in Bangkok. Timely, efficient, clean, affordable, you name it, it's mostly right. The lines have just expanded as of September 2019 and it's continuing to grow rapidly. DOWN SIDES: 1. Unavoidable Heavy Congestion at peak hours. 2. The loading ramps can be confusing and multi-level. 3. You'll need to locate a small map to keep on your person or you'll probably make mistakes. The signage is sometimes difficult to understand and sometimes just plain annoying. 4.Time trips according to rush hours, you do NOT want to be on the train during rush hours.
A huge BTS Station accessible to all interchange and the last station as well. Not so much people here , no vendors nor ATM machine in here unlike other BTS bunch of snacks and drinks so make sure you ate , you drink and you have enough cash to avoid problem.Some extension bridge are still close too.
Last bts station on silom line. It is connected to mrt blue line here. There are hardly any shops here except a lady selling pre packed food. I exited the station to find a cafe Amazon nearby and had a cafe Latte there. There is a huge condo complex on one side.
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Location Info
283, 3 Thanon Phetkasem Sai Kao, Khwaeng Pak Khlong Phasi Charoen, Khet Phasi Charoenwww.bemplc.co.th/Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: April – May (peak heat)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
25°C – 34°C(77°F – 93°F)
Crowds
Peak: December & January
Getting there
Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and Don Mueang (DMK) airports serve Bangkok with direct flights from most major cities.
Getting around
- •BTS Skytrain (most central areas)
- •MRT Metro (underground)
- •Airport Rail Link (ARL)
- •Chao Phraya Express Boat
- •Grab (ride-hailing app)
- •Metered taxis — always use the meter
Tips for Visiting Transportation
Take the Sleeper Train at Least Once
The Bangkok-to-Chiang Mai overnight train in a second-class sleeper berth is a bucket-list experience. Book at least a week ahead via 12Go.asia or at Hua Lamphong station. Upper berths are cheaper and have more headroom; lower berths have a window.
Use Grab Everywhere
Grab is the Uber of Southeast Asia and works across Thailand for cars, motorbike taxis, and even tuk-tuks in some cities. It eliminates haggling and provides fare estimates upfront. Load a Thai SIM or use eSIM to stay connected.
Rent Scooters Carefully
Always photograph the scooter's existing damage before riding off, and keep your passport — give a photocopy instead (some shops insist on the original; avoid these). Wear a helmet; police fine 500 THB for no helmet and accidents without one void insurance.
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Take the 30-baht ferry, not the speedboat, unless you fancy paying for a tuk-tuk at the other end.
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An open-air terminal with thatched roofs and trams to the gates, more resort than airport.
Ao Ton Sai Pier
Every trip to Phi Phi starts and ends here, so plan around the boats rather than hoping for the best.
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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: April – May (peak heat)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
25°C – 34°C(77°F – 93°F)
Crowds
Peak: December & January
Getting there
Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and Don Mueang (DMK) airports serve Bangkok with direct flights from most major cities.
Getting around
- •BTS Skytrain (most central areas)
- •MRT Metro (underground)
- •Airport Rail Link (ARL)
- •Chao Phraya Express Boat
- •Grab (ride-hailing app)
- •Metered taxis — always use the meter