Hua Mak ARL Station

3.6(193 reviews)

Hua Mak ARL Station is an elevated stop on Bangkok's Airport Rail Link, connecting the Suan Luang neighbourhood to Suvarnabhumi Airport and the city centre. The station is spacious and generally well-maintained inside, though some visitors have noted that the trains themselves can appear poorly cleaned on the exterior. As an interchange point, it serves a significant number of daily commuters, which is reflected in the limited parking available at street level. A useful pedestrian connection links Hua Mak ARL Station to Hua Mak Station on the MRT Yellow Line. Despite appearing distant on maps, the two stations are approximately 400 metres apart and are joined by a covered sky bridge, making the transfer on foot straightforward and taking under ten minutes in most conditions. Travellers should be aware that maintenance issues have been reported by some visitors, including token vending machines and elevators being out of service for extended periods. Those with heavy luggage or mobility requirements should factor this in when planning their journey. Arriving early during peak commuting hours is advisable, as parking fills quickly and platform congestion can increase. For timetables and ticketing information, the operator's website at srtet.co.th provides current service details.

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Visitor Reviews

these heights were built for us to see a snapshot of the view birds command & spend a commute committed to vertigo

The elevated airport-link station is big and spacious but the parking space is very limited. Since a lot of people park their car here to take a train to town for work, you might find it difficult to get a parking space after 9 AM on a weekday. No public toilets here, and only one tea kiosk here.

Despite it looks quite far from the MRT Hua Mak (on Yellow line), the actual distance is about 400m and it takes less than 10 minutes on foot to travel between the two stations via a sky bridge. The Hua Mak ARL is big and easy to navigate, and catch the train to the airport or to Phaya Thai.

Location Info

Suan Luang

Get directions

www.srtet.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

Very High

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

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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.