Krung Thon Buri BTS Station
Krung Thon Buri is a station on the BTS Silom Line, positioned on the Thonburi side of the Chao Phraya River in the Khlong San district of Bangkok. It serves as a practical entry point to the west bank neighbourhoods and connects riders to the broader BTS network, with the Silom Line running through central Bangkok destinations including Saphan Taksin, Sala Daeng, and National Stadium.
The station sits near the Khlong Ton Sai area and provides convenient access to the quieter residential and commercial streets of Khlong San, which lie just across the river from the busier tourist zones of Bangkok. Saphan Taksin station, one stop to the east, offers interchange access to the Chao Phraya Express Boat service, making Krung Thon Buri a useful stop for those exploring the river corridor.
What's Near Krung Thon Buri BTS Station
Top-rated places within walking distance — tap any card for photos, reviews, and directions.
ICS
A Bangkok shopping centre on Charoen Nakhon Rd, open daily 10am–10pm with retail and dining options.
Thai Garden Massage
Proper Thai massage on Charoen Nakhon that takes walk-ins until midnight and actually delivers.
The Peninsula Bangkok
Every room faces the Chao Phraya, and the teak shuttle boat to the BTS is half the pleasure.
SOOKSIAM
Thailand's regional food under one air-conditioned roof, at mall prices rather than street prices.
Yenly Yours
The modern mango-dessert specialist — mango sticky rice, mango bingsu and mango smoothies done seriously, at the ICONSIAM flagship and branches across Bangkok.
ICONSIAM
Come for SookSiam and the river balconies, not the luxury brands you can find anywhere.
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Krung Thon Buri BTS Station, round out your day in Bangkok with contrasting stops nearby.
Also Popular in Bangkok
Chatuchak Weekend Market
Go at six in the morning, before the heat turns 15,000 stalls into an endurance test.
Wat Phra Kaew
Go at 08:30 or don't bother, the Emerald Buddha's courtyards fill up fast and stay full until closing.
The Grand Palace
Go at 08:30 sharp, cover your shoulders and legs, and give it three hours rather than one.
centralwOrld
Vast, air-conditioned and genuinely easy to navigate, with a top-floor food scene worth the trip alone.
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.
Similar Transportation Across Thailand
Bali Hai Pier
Take the 30-baht ferry, not the speedboat, unless you fancy paying for a tuk-tuk at the other end.
Samui Airport
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.
Krabi International Airport
Small, clean and calm, but the check-in queues can eat an hour you didn't budget for.
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