MRT Sukhumvit Station (SUK)

Exploring Bangkok on foot is a real challenge. The winding streets and alleyways can leave even a seasoned traveller scratching their head and walking around in circles. Taxi drivers can also leave you frustrated, driving a hard bargain at times. There is an alternative to these problems though, Bangkok's MRT.

The MRT system opened its doors in 2004 and has been a great success, growing to 18 underground stations at present. The system is relatively easy to navigate and actually works out a lot quicker if you need to travel a considerable distance. Getting from one side of the city to the other during rush hour is virtually impossible above ground but the same distance can be completed without a sweat underground and gives you a truly local experience.

Sukhumvit Station is in the centre of a lively tourist area with plenty to do. Entertainment and shopping centres are located here as well as a wide range of restaurants and bars.

Tickets can be booked in advance (you will receive a discount if this is the case), or simply find a ticket counter in any of the stations if you wish to travel on the same or next day.

Below are details of entrances and exits (including relevant streets), as well as buses and trains in the surrounding area as we know how difficult Bangkok can be to navigate on foot.

Entrance/Exit 1: Asoke Road, The Siam Society

Entrance/Exit 2: Asoke Road

Entrance/Exit 3: Sukhumvit Road

The nearest bus stop is along Asoke Road and Sukhumvit Intersection near the Sukhumvit Market. The following bus numbers serve the station: 2, 25, 38, 40, 48, 98, 136, 185, 501, 508, 511, 513

For access to the sky train use Asok Station which is located along Asoke Road and Sukhumvit Intersection near the Sukhumvit Market.