April 12, 2025Apr 12 Popular Post https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/general/3000822/flat-train-fare-set-to-start-from-sept-30 20 Baht for Thais. My average is quite a bit more than 40 (which would be the usual double pricing), more like 60. One of my most disgusting experiences with Thailand and it's people, because it's so everyday and ubiquitous. Hundreds of people entering for 20 B, and I will be the one paying 50, 60, 80, whatever. I never cared much for the national parks (I don't care for national parks in any country), and living in a non-touristy neighbourhood of Bangkok, foreigners don't usually pay more than Thais.
April 13, 2025Apr 13 Popular Post 17 hours ago, Lorry said: https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/general/3000822/flat-train-fare-set-to-start-from-sept-30 20 Baht for Thais. My average is quite a bit more than 40 (which would be the usual double pricing), more like 60. One of my most disgusting experiences with Thailand and it's people, because it's so everyday and ubiquitous. Hundreds of people entering for 20 B, and I will be the one paying 50, 60, 80, whatever. I never cared much for the national parks (I don't care for national parks in any country), and living in a non-touristy neighbourhood of Bangkok, foreigners don't usually pay more than Thais. So this thread is just total BS. As nothing in the news blip states 'triple' fare. You obviously never use the rail lines, or you'd know there is no 80 baht fare. Until recently, with the expanded lines, the highest fare was 45 baht. Seniors like myself, (60+) got half fare on MRT line, which I think has been discontinued for non Thais. Highest on BTS is 62, MRT is 71, I think. Unlimited day pass for all is still 150 baht. Use to get that, no matter where I was going, then give it to a Thai person, at the end of my journey day. I don't use them myself any more, as simply too crowded. Gave my BTS card to daughter, still have MRT card, and will give that to her next time I see her. A 20 baht fare will really make them too crowded, and a good thing, as some may benefit, instead of being on the roads.
April 13, 2025Apr 13 Author 6 hours ago, KhunLA said: You obviously never use the rail lines I use BTS and MRT in Bangkok. Regularly. Judging from the fares you quote, maybe these are the rail lines in your fishing village in Prachuap? Interesting observation, though, that the BTS will be even more crowded.
April 13, 2025Apr 13 Popular Post On 4/12/2025 at 12:14 PM, Lorry said: https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/general/3000822/flat-train-fare-set-to-start-from-sept-30 20 Baht for Thais. My average is quite a bit more than 40 (which would be the usual double pricing), more like 60. One of my most disgusting experiences with Thailand and it's people, because it's so everyday and ubiquitous. Hundreds of people entering for 20 B, and I will be the one paying 50, 60, 80, whatever. I never cared much for the national parks (I don't care for national parks in any country), and living in a non-touristy neighbourhood of Bangkok, foreigners don't usually pay more than Thais. You should start a Gofundme.
April 13, 2025Apr 13 The real problem is that BTS will be more packed now. Just think free rides during pollution emergency a few months back. The pleasant ride that once was is over.
April 14, 2025Apr 14 Popular Post "Triple pricing for BTS/MRT from September" The title of your OP is sensational and misleading. You make it sound like, starting in September, they will triple the prices for all foreigners, when in reality the prices for foreigners remain the same as they've always been.
April 14, 2025Apr 14 15 hours ago, KhunLA said: Seniors like myself, (60+) got half fare on MRT line, which I think has been discontinued for non Thais. I was still grandfathered in last month using my old Elder Card on the MRT. I was curious so I checked. Half fare. But they apparently won't offer it to foreigners who buy new cards. What I don't know is whether foreigners can buy Elder Cards even if they just qualify us to sit in Elder seats. Just to be clear, I always offer up my seat to old farts and kids. But sometimes I'll sit in an empty Elder seat just to open up a normal seat for someone else who's reluctant to sit in an Elder seat. BTW, I didn't ask for an Elder Card. I didn't even know they were a thing. That's just what they gave me when they saw the DOB on my passport. It's nice, though...
April 14, 2025Apr 14 6 hours ago, Celsius said: The real problem is that BTS will be more packed now. Just think free rides during pollution emergency a few months back. The pleasant ride that once was is over. I used to hop on every new line, or extension or, for just sightseeing. So crowded now, I don't using at all. @impulse I'll need to have my MRT card reauthorized again, as haven't used in a while. Also grandfathered in. Though would prefer the cancel it and give me a refund. I'll probably give it to my daughter, and she'll have to use, incognito, till it's empty.
April 14, 2025Apr 14 6 hours ago, Celsius said: The real problem is that BTS will be more packed now. Just think free rides during pollution emergency a few months back. The pleasant ride that once was is over. I don't disagree it will be more crowded than the status quo, but there's a difference between free rides and 20 baht rides. (And it's not just 20 baht) People were probably riding on a lark when it was free, even if they didn't need to go anywhere.
April 14, 2025Apr 14 13 minutes ago, KhunLA said: @impulse I'll need to have my MRT card reauthorized again, as haven't used in a while. Also grandfathered in. Though would prefer the cancel it and give me a refund. I'll probably give it to my daughter, and she'll have to use, incognito, till it's empty. A few months ago, I posited a question pondering the black market value of an MRT Elder card. Seems like they could be worth something... FYI, I've topped mine up a few times since they quit offering the discount to foreigners and that didn't trigger any changes.
April 14, 2025Apr 14 1 minute ago, impulse said: A few months ago, I posited a question pondering the black market value of an MRT Elder card. Seems like they could be worth something... Except last time I added money to it, I think they asked me for my passport, ID. May be because my last name (legal) is a Thai name, as I changed it to the wife's when I got married. Probably thought I was using someone else's already.
April 14, 2025Apr 14 Just now, KhunLA said: Except last time I added money to it, I think they asked me for my passport, ID. May be because my last name (legal) is a Thai name, as I changed it to the wife's when I got married. Probably thought I was using someone else's already. They asked for my passport when I topped up some cards (MRT and BTS) after I'd been MIA as a Covid refugee for about 2+ years. I've got 3 or 4 Rabbit Cards and 3 or 4 MRT cards because I bought them when I forgot mine at home or at the hotel. (Only one Elder Card. I suspect they'd prevent someone from buying a bunch of them to sell on the black market, but who knows?)
April 14, 2025Apr 14 Popular Post 39 minutes ago, KhunLA said: I'll probably give it to my daughter, and she'll have to use, incognito, till it's empty. Be very careful! The fine for using an Elder Card when not entitled is up to 30 times the maximum normal fare! Security do watch for invalid users and the automatic gates have a "concession lamp" which lights different colours if a concession card is in use. "I don't want to know why you can't. I want to know how you can!"
April 14, 2025Apr 14 45 minutes ago, impulse said: I was still grandfathered in last month using my old Elder Card on the MRT. I was curious so I checked. Half fare. But they apparently won't offer it to foreigners who buy new cards. I don't go to BKK very often maybe a couple of times a year, have never had a problem getting the senior fare even when alone. We went to VFS a couple of weeks ago for wife's visa and they wouldn't give the senior fare for me even with her buying the tickets. It's no big deal for me and people should bear in mind other countries are beginning to look at how much public money is being given to foreign nationals.
April 14, 2025Apr 14 One wonders how this new system will affect the current flat 20Baht fare (for all) that's currently implemented on the Purple and Red Lines. "I don't want to know why you can't. I want to know how you can!"
April 14, 2025Apr 14 Popular Post I cant afford a dollar for the train, Ill go to Cambodia where I can get a tuk tuk for .75 cents
April 14, 2025Apr 14 Popular Post 1 hour ago, PJ71 said: Off topic but were all the MRT routes inspected post earthquake? Yes. I inspected them as we travelled along, and everything looked okay to me.
April 14, 2025Apr 14 1 minute ago, ColeBOzbourne said: Yes. I inspected them as we travelled along, and everything looked okay to me. Excellent, good job. Hopefully it doesn't collapse when you're travelling along.
April 16, 2025Apr 16 On 4/14/2025 at 8:56 AM, impulse said: I was still grandfathered in last month using my old Elder Card on the MRT. I was curious so I checked. Half fare. But they apparently won't offer it to foreigners who buy new cards. What I don't know is whether foreigners can buy Elder Cards even if they just qualify us to sit in Elder seats. Just to be clear, I always offer up my seat to old farts and kids. But sometimes I'll sit in an empty Elder seat just to open up a normal seat for someone else who's reluctant to sit in an Elder seat. BTW, I didn't ask for an Elder Card. I didn't even know they were a thing. That's just what they gave me when they saw the DOB on my passport. It's nice, though... They were available on MRT. No longer. Not available BTS ever
June 1, 2025Jun 1 How are they going to police this? Is a sound going to go off every time a non Thai goes through the gate to show that they have paid the full fare?
June 1, 2025Jun 1 Author 3 hours ago, teatree said: How are they going to police this? Is a sound going to go off every time a non Thai goes through the gate to show that they have paid the full fare? No, they are going to install guillotines that automatically decapitate foreigners. Thais are too short, so they just slip through under the knives. Seriously, you will need an updated rabbit card, and that's already tied to your Thai ID resp. to your passport.
June 1, 2025Jun 1 4 hours ago, teatree said: How are they going to police this? Is a sound going to go off every time a non Thai goes through the gate to show that they have paid the full fare? On 4/14/2025 at 9:46 AM, Crossy said: Security do watch for invalid users and the automatic gates have a "concession lamp" which lights different colours if a concession card is in use.
June 27, 2025Jun 27 Author On 6/1/2025 at 12:56 PM, Lorry said: No, they are going to install guillotines that automatically decapitate foreigners. A trial version has been installed at our local zebra crossing. No knives yet, so foreigners just bump their heads against the metal installation. Then they stand there, dazed, holding their head, in obvious discomfort. I guess the knives are budgeted for next year. BTW the flat fare of 20 B has been confirmed today, again, stating (bold in the original) FOR THAIS ONLY. My latest ride on the BTS was 107 B. One of the most disgusting experiences in Thailand. I really wish my country would do the same to Thais.
July 9, 2025Jul 9 On 6/27/2025 at 9:52 AM, Lorry said: A trial version has been installed at our local zebra crossing. No knives yet, so foreigners just bump their heads against the metal installation. Then they stand there, dazed, holding their head, in obvious discomfort. I guess the knives are budgeted for next year. BTW the flat fare of 20 B has been confirmed today, again, stating (bold in the original) FOR THAIS ONLY. My latest ride on the BTS was 107 B. One of the most disgusting experiences in Thailand. I really wish my country would do the same to Thais. 20bht is a subsidized fare. Are you disgusted at the Thai people getting a subsidy from their government or that the Thai government isn't subsidizing foreigners?
July 9, 2025Jul 9 Author 2 hours ago, sidjameson said: 20bht is a subsidized fare. Are you disgusted at the Thai people getting a subsidy from their government or that the Thai government isn't subsidizing foreigners? In my home-country, there are subsidized fares, too. There would be a huge outcry if they wouldn't apply to foreigners. Actually, only foreign tourists have to pay (the subsidized fares). Foreign migrants don't have to pay at all.
July 9, 2025Jul 9 3 minutes ago, Lorry said: In my home-country, there are subsidized fares, too. There would be a huge outcry if they wouldn't apply to foreigners. Actually, only foreign tourists have to pay (the subsidized fares). Foreign migrants don't have to pay at all. You're a tourist, not a migrant. Migrants dont have to report every 90 days and renew their extensions. If you don't like it, go back to your country like I did.
July 9, 2025Jul 9 41 minutes ago, Lorry said: In my home-country, there are subsidized fares, too. There would be a huge outcry if they wouldn't apply to foreigners. Actually, only foreign tourists have to pay (the subsidized fares). Foreign migrants don't have to pay at all. So you're disgusted at being treated like a tourist? Do you work here?
July 9, 2025Jul 9 So new fare starts Oct. That will make the rail lines even more of a mess than they are now.
July 19, 2025Jul 19 On 4/13/2025 at 5:05 PM, KhunLA said: So this thread is just total BS. As nothing in the news blip states 'triple' fare. This reply seems much the same in the BS sense. Triple fair could refer to the 62THB fare a foreigner will pay vs the 20THB for a Thai. So a suited up Thai off to his 40th floor financial office job in the city get a 20THB train ride vs a Burmese laborer who will be paying full fare to get to whatever worksite he is laboring on. Bangkok will meanwhile carry the regrettable title of “First City in the World with Discriminatory Pricing in Public Transport” based on nationality.
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