The Thaksinarath is a daily Special Express train plying between Bangkok and Hat Yai. This service is formed of new CRRC-manufactured coaches. The Thaksinarath commenced service on 2 December 2016.
Route Map
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Interior
Train Consist
Image source: State Railway of Thailand
Singapore to Bangkok by Train
Timetable from SRT’s Website
Journey Experiences
Video courtesy of Dinie Razin.
SRT Train Ticket Booking Methods
- SRT counters
- Online from 12Go Asia (joint ticketing with connecting trains available)
- Online from Baolau
- Online from Easybook
- Online from the SRT E-Ticket System (additional 30 baht surcharge)
One of the most useful things about 12Go Asia is that they will create joint tickets for you, so you could actually make a single booking from Bangkok to Singapore and vice-versa.
Tickets are open for sale 60 days before departure.
How do I book tickets online?
- Click here for a step-by-step guide for 12Go Asia.
- Click here for a step-by-step guide for Easybook.
Hotel Booking
Attractions Booking
Hi Sir/Madam, is there any update on this train’s timetable? I will be travelling from ETS KL Sentral > Padang Besar > Hat Yai this year end.
Everything here is updated. If you are looking for ETS services, you should head to the ETS page and not this Taksina Rathaya page.