Thai Rail Services Partially Restored After Flood Disruptions

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Floods in southern Thailand recently left rail services disrupted, impacting connectivity. The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) has swiftly acted, repairing damaged tracks in Phatthalung province and now allowing trains to resume operations at Hat Yai Junction.

Several routes connecting Bangkok and Hat Yai Junction, such as Special Express 31 and 37, and freight services 985 and 986, have restarted, signalling a step toward normalcy. Additional services include Rapid trains running between Yala, Sungai Kolok, and Bangkok, ensuring vital passenger connections.

Despite the progress, repairs between Hat Yai Junction and Yala are ongoing. Certain services like Special Express 38 and select local lines are operating from Hat Yai Junction to their destinations as work continues further south.

The partial restoration of rail services marks an essential recovery phase, particularly for communities reliant on this connectivity. The SRT remains focused on achieving full service restoration, with updates to follow as repairs advance.