Bangkok → Hat Yai
2026-10-21 · live availability
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Train Schedules
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Before you travel
What catches people out on Bangkok → Hat Yai, and on this railway generally.
Bangkok moved its long-distance station
Since 2023 most long-distance trains leave from Krung Thep Aphiwat (Bang Sue), not the old Hua Lamphong station. Both are in Bangkok and 12 km apart — check which one your ticket names.
Sleeper prices depend on the berth
A lower berth costs more than an upper one, and first class is a private two-berth cabin rather than a wider seat. The new #9 train has first-class cabins; older trains do not.
First-class cabins go first
Sales open about 60 days ahead. On popular dates the first-class cabins on the overnight trains are gone within minutes, while second-class berths last longer.
Foreign cards are often rejected
The national railway site routinely declines non-Thai cards. We buy on your behalf with local payment methods, which is the main reason to book through us rather than direct.
FAQ
How long does the train from Bangkok to Hat Yai take?
Journey times are listed for every departure in the timetable above.
How much is a train ticket from Bangkok to Hat Yai?
Fares depend on the class you choose. Every quote on the results page shows the fare and our service fee separately.
Which station in Bangkok does the train leave from?
Chinese cities often have more than one station. Check the station printed on your ticket rather than the city name.
Do I need to print a ticket?
No. Chinese railway tickets are issued against your passport, not a piece of paper. Carry the same passport you booked with, and staff will scan it at the gate. Keep the booking confirmation on your phone in case a conductor asks which seat is yours.
How far in advance can I book?
Chinese tickets are released about two weeks before departure, and this page only shows dates inside that window. Popular dates and holiday periods sell out early, so book as soon as your travel date appears.
Which class should I book?
Second class is the default on high-speed trains and is comparable to a short-haul airline seat. First and business class add space and recline for a premium. On overnight trains the choice matters more: a hard sleeper is a real bed, a hard seat is not. Our guide to seats and sleepers explains what each one actually looks like.
Popular Routes
Timetable maintained by our booking team and last checked on 2026-10-22. Seats are confirmed when we place your request with the national railway.