Route Overview
The Eastern Line railway route from Bangkok (Hua Lamphong) Station to Chuk Samet Station Connecting central Bangkok with the Chonburi coast, ideal for travellers who want a train journey blending scenery with a fresh experience.
Remark: Free (unreserved) seating — no need to book in advance. Simply buy your ticket at the station counter before boarding.
Distance and Travel Time
- Origin: Hua Lamphong Railway Station
- Destination: Chuk Samet Railway Station
- Travel time: 3:25 – 4:50 hours
- Distance: 196 kilometres
- Connections: MRT Blue Line
Timetable
| Train No. / Service Type | Departure from Bangkok (Hua Lamphong) | Arrival at Chuk Samet | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| 283 (Ordinary) | 06:55 | 11:45 | Buy at station counter |
| 997 (Express) ** Saturdays and Sundays only | 06:45 | 10:10 | Buy at station counter |
The train passes the following stations:
- Bangkok (Hua Lamphong)
- Makkasan
- Khlong Tan
- Hua Mak
- Lat Krabang
- Hua Takhe
- Chachoengsao Junction
- Chonburi
- Si Racha Junction
- Pattaya
- Four Regions Floating Market
- Yanasangwararam
- Nong Nooch Garden
- Ban Phlu Ta Luang
- U-Tapao
- Chuk Samet
Route Highlights
- A new route, great for seaside trips such as Nang Ram Beach, HTMS Chakri Naruebet, and the Mahidol Naval Dockyard
- Ordinary trains run daily, though they take longer
- The special trains (997/998) have comfortable A/C carriages, ideal for holiday travel
