Suvarnabhumi Airport Link officially opened
September 28, 2010
On August 23, 2010, Thailand's long-waited project finally opened its door to the public. Subarnabhumi Airport Link officially commenced its regular services between Subarnabhumi International Airport and downtown areas of Bangkok. On the day of its grand opening, the platform was filled with happy passengers, government officials and the media who gathered to welcome the latest addition of Bangkok’s tourism industry.
Airport Link connects Bangkok city and Suvarnabhumi Airport with two different lines – City Line and Airport Express Line. City Line stops at every station between Phayathai Station and Airport Station, whereas Express Line offers a non-stop service from Makkasan Station to the airport and vice versa.
With the opening of Airport Link, a journey between the airport and Bangkok’s CBD can be a lot more convenient. Passengers on Airport Link do not need to worry about traffic congestion during peak hours, which can often be an issue when travelling in Bangkok.
Here is a list of useful information you may check out before hopping into the train.
City Line

City Line links Suvarnabhumi Airport and all the stations on its route. There are 8 stations in total - (starting from the airport)
Suvarnabhumi Airport, Lat Krabang, Ban Thap Chang, Hua Mak, Ramkhamhaeng, Makkasan, Ratchaprarop and
Phayathai. With City Line, it takes approximately
30 minutes between Suvarnabhumi Station and Phayathai Station. It operates every 15 minute from 6:00 to 24:00 each day. One way trip on City Line is currently charged at
15 baht. The price is expected to increase depending on travel distances from 2011.
Express Line

Express Line provides
a 15-minute non stop service between Makkasan Station and Suvarnabhumi Airport. It operates every 30 minute from 6:00 to 24:00. One way ride costs
100 baht per person, which is also planned to increase to 150 baht in 2011.
Makkasan Station
Makkasan Station is the main station of Airport Link services since it is the only station providing an Express Line service when travelling to/from Suvarnabhumi Airport. It is 2-3 minutes walking distance away from MRT Petchburi Station. Makkasan Station is also called as
City Air Terminal as airline checkin counters are planned to be stationed here in the future.
Phayathai Station
Airport Link City Line services start and end at Phayathai Station. It has a direct access from BTS Phayathai Station, providing a convenient access to those who travel to different areas of Bangkok by BTS Skytrains. Since Express Service is only available from Makkasan Station, those who wish to ride on Express Line from Phayathai Station must firstly travel to Makkasan Station by City Line, and then transfer to Express Line from there.
Suvarnabhumi Airport Station
Airport Station is located on
B Floor of Subarvahumi International Airport. Passengers can access to B Floor by both lifts and escalators.Travelling between Departure Floor (FL.4) / Arrival Hall (FL.2) and the train station is simple and easy since clear directions are provided at several points of the airport.
Hotels located near Airport Link stations would surely be a perfect choice for travellers who are looking for a convenient access from/to Suvarnabhumi International Airport. At the bottom of this page, HotelThaialnd gathered a fine selection of hotels near
Makkasan Station and
Phayathai Station. Browse the list and start planning your next Bangkok trip, with an exciting opportunity to ride on the latest train service in the City of Angel!
For those who prefer a private limousine service with door-to-door convenience and extra comfort, HotelThailand still offers a booking service of airport transfer. Routes and rates can be checked on
Transfers page.
For more information on Airport Link services, please visit the Airport Link Official Site.
http://airportraillink.railway.co.th/en/index.html
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Hotels located near Suvarnabhumi Airport Link Stations
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Address: 120/350 Rajaprarop Rd., Phayathai ,Bangkok 10400 Thailand.
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Address: 222 Rajprarop Road, Rajthevee, Bangkok, Thailand 10400
The Baiyoke Sky Hotel , rising 88-storeys above Bangkok?s skyline, is Thailand?s tallest and Bangkok?s most scenic hotel. The hotel is strate...
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Address: 130 Rajprarop Road, Rajthevee, Bangkok, 10400 Thailand
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Address: 1091/343 New Petchburi Road, Makkasan Bangkok 10400 Thailand
Eastin Hotel Makkasan Bangkok meets all the needs of business travelers, conference delegates and the leisure travelers. Guests are a...
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Address: 1091/213-216 Soi Petchburi 33, New Petchburi Rd., Makasan, Rachthaevee, Bangkok 10400 Thailand
P2 Boutique Hotel is a 3-star boutique hotel located wisely in Pratunam Shopping area. P2 Boutique Hotel owns 64 spacious rooms deco...
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Address: 9 Ratchaprarop Road, Pratunam-Victory Monument, Bangkok 10400, Thailand
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Address: 649/1-176 Asok Dindaeng Rd., Dindaeng, Bangkok 10400 Thailand
Hi Residence Bangkok is a 3.5 star hotel in Ratchadapisek Bangkok. Hi Residence Each of the 143 luxurious deluxe rooms and corner junior suites...
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Address: 1091/209 New PetchburiRd. Rajthevee Bangkok 10400 Thailand
Pratunam City Inn, A Boutique hotel First Class Accommodation at budgeting price for business travelers and expatriates one of the most prestigious lo...
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Address: 477 Si Ayuthaya Rd., Phayathai, Bangkok 10400, Thailand
Siam City Hotel In a land of contrasts, the hotel is a five-star tranquil oasis of calm in the midst of a bustling modern metropolis...
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Address: 588/1 Petchburi Road, Rataevee, Bangkok 10400 Thailand
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