Route Overview: Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal – Nakhon Si Thammarat
Travel from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to the heart of Nakhon Si Thammarat in comfort on the Southern Line, with both seats and sleepers — ideal for sightseeing, religious festivals, or returning home to the South.
Travel Time and Train Types
- Origin: Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal (Bang Sue Grand Station)
- Destination: Nakhon Si Thammarat Railway Station
- Travel time: approximately 13.50 hours
- Distance: about 825 kilometres
Timetable
| Train No. / Service Type | Departure (Krung Thep Aphiwat) | Arrival (Nakhon Si Thammarat) | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| 85 — Express (sleeper/seat) | 19:50 | 09:40 (next morning) | Book Now |
| 173 — Rapid | 21:10 | 10:15 (next morning) | Book Now |
Approximate Ticket Prices
- 1st Class A/C seat & sleeper : 943 – 1,965 THB
- 2nd Class A/C seat & sleeper : 623 – 865 THB
- 2nd Class seat (fan) : 303 – 455 THB
- 3rd Class seat (fan) : 216 – 282 THB
Tip: Prices vary by train type, departure and upper/lower berth — book in advance to get the seat/berth you want
Route Highlights
- Varied scenery: From the big city to the Gulf coast, passing Phetchaburi–Prachuap–Chumphon–Surat Thani–Thung Song, with mountains, rice fields and local life along the way
- Comfortable overnight sleep: Choose an A/C sleeper and arrive to a Nakhon morning without the fatigue of driving
- Arrive in the morning ready to explore: Depart in the evening, arrive the next morning — visit Wat Phra Mahathat, try Roti Kobang, and continue easily to Khanom–Sichon
- Good value: More luggage allowance than many low-cost airlines, ideal for longer trips
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