Suvarnabhumi Airport Rail Link

4.3(557 reviews)

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Suvarnabhumi Airport Rail Link is a station on the Airport Rail Link line in Bangkok, Thailand. It provides easy access to the surrounding neighbourhood and connects to the wider Bangkok transit network.

Experience hints

Pair your visit. After Suvarnabhumi Airport Rail Link, round out your day in Bangkok with contrasting stops nearby.

Visitor Reviews

Airport Rail Link connects Suvarnabhumi with more central parts of Bangkok. It takes less than half an hour to reach Ratchadamri. The train is safe and clean, and it costs about 40 Thai baht, with convenient contactless payments newly available using Western credit cards. The airport station is located at the basement level.

ARL is the most efficient and convenient option for reaching this airport. It offers competitive pricing and minimizes traffic delays. Unlike some other stations, this station have clear signage to guide passengers to the airport. The station is located underground.

If you're looking for the most affordable way to get from Bangkok airport to downtown, the express rail is a great option. It's super convenient and takes you directly into the city. The price can vary, but I think it’s around 45 baht to reach the city center. Just head down to the lower level of the airport, and you're good to go. Definitely a cost-effective and easy way to travel once you land!

Location Info

Nong Prue, Bang Phli District

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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.