As one of the most iconic and poignant railway destinations in the world, Kanchanaburi draws a huge number of visitors each year. Only two and a half hours from Bangkok by train, the town is the gateway to the infamous bridge over the River Kwai, plus various museums and memorials dedicated to the people who…
Kanchanaburi is one of the most popular day-trips from Bangkok, with thousands of local, regional, and international tourists arriving each year to visit the infamous Death Railway and Bridge over the River Kwai. Only a couple of hours from the capital city, many tourists travel back to Bangkok on tour buses, but the most memorable…
Only a few hours from Bangkok, Hua Hin is a popular beach destination for locals and foreigners alike. After relaxing on the beach and exploring the town’s sights, bars and restaurants, many visitors return to the capital by road, but the best option is on the railway to either of Bangkok’s two main railway stations….
Hua Hin is a hugely popular beach resort in Thailand, largely because of its proximity to Bangkok. Less than four hours from the capital, it’s an easy journey from either Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal, or onboard the daily Ordinary train from Hualamphong station. In common with some other short train journeys from Bangkok, the…
The Unesco World Heritage Site at Ayutthaya draws thousands of visitors each year to its temples. Whether you’ve spent several days exploring, or just a few hours on a day trip, it’s a simple journey back to the bright lights of Bangkok. Travelling the other way? Check out our guide for taking the train from…
Ayutthaya is one of the most fascinating cities in Thailand, with a historic centre recognised as a Unesco World Heritage site. Attracting thousands of visitors each year to its temples and heritage sights, it’s easily accessible by numerous trains from Bangkok, making for an ideal day trip from the capital. Travelling the other way? Check…
Arguably Thailand’s premier holiday destination, Phuket is one of the most visited regions in the country. After soaking up the sun and goodtime vibes, travellers heading back to Bangkok often take the conventional route via the skies. While there’s no question flying is the fastest route, it’s nowhere near as much of an experience as…
After spending a few days or weeks relaxing on the tropical island of Koh Samui, most travellers have to return to reality and begin planning their trip back to the capital city, Bangkok. Although it might be tempting to use the island’s airport and fly back, by far the most interesting way to travel is…
After visiting southern Thailand’s magical locations, many travellers find themselves in Surat Thani needing to head back to the capital city, Bangkok. This well-established traveller route has plenty of train options between the two cities, with the sleeper services the ones we’d recommend the most. Travelling the other way? Check out our guide for taking…
Surat Thani is an attractive city in its own right, but most travellers know it as the gateway to even more beautiful destinations. If you’re in Bangkok and on the lookout for an interesting route to such places as Phuket or Koh Samui, it’s likely Surat Thani will be on your radar. Easily accessible by…