No, FD 316 based on historical data tends to leave KUL around 20:55 -21:00 KL time and tends to arrive around 21:45 BKK time.

The last train from Hua Lampong leaves at 22:00 and it's on the other side of the city.

You guys are giving me hope. Fwiw, I have priority seat also, so I'll be the first off the plane. But what time is it expected to be at don mueang station?

Also how much Thai baht cash will I need? Or is it online booking only?

Great thinking UJ train 51 leaves main station at 2200 hours and hits Don Muang at 22.48. Trouble is trains often busy could be a long uncomfortable ride.

It used to be quick and easy to get from airport to station, there was a bridge link. Have not done for ages though.

Aren't there different classes for the train ride? First class seats not available? What's the cost going to be? How long is the ride? Sorry for all the questions, thank you for all the answers.

It is a long slow journey gets in to CM about midday. There are normally different classes but the sleeper beds are often booked out. My knowledge is out of date but i think your only way maybe to end up in 3rd class bench seats. Happened to me once so i used the buffet car and ended up kipping on a slightly better sleep with the train staff and Policeman. There used to be a ticket office at Don Muang, not sure now or if open at that time of night.

Aren't there different classes for the train ride? First class seats not available? What's the cost going to be? How long is the ride? Sorry for all the questions, thank you for all the answers.

You'll probably only get a seat booking this late, and if you don't get a sleeper you're going to wish you'd taken the private jet. It's about 12 hours if I remember.

Edited April 26, 201610 yr by elviajero

Gets there at 1210 if you are lucky. I would not rely on the info below or that all the class options are available, just have to see when you get there.

Train No.

51

Km.

Fares (No Fee) : Baht

Type of train

Express

First Class

Second Class

Third Class

Origin - Destination

Bangkok - Chiang Mai

751

593

281

121

that is 751 km, 593 first class and 121 third class. If i was a betting man i reckon only 3rd class will be available. If that is the case go to the buffet car, drink as much as you can before it shuts to help you suffer the journey.

that is 751 km, 593 first class and 121 third class. If i was a betting man i reckon only 3rd class will be available. If that is the case go to the buffet car, drink as much as you can before it shuts to help you suffer the journey.

It used to be quick and easy to get from airport to station, there was a bridge link. Have not done for ages though.

The bridge is still there. There are signs in terminal one pointing to it. I have used to go to the train station to find a taxi years ago.

It is a long slow journey gets in to CM about midday. There are normally different classes but the sleeper beds are often booked out. My knowledge is out of date but i think your only way maybe to end up in 3rd class bench seats. Happened to me once so i used the buffet car and ended up kipping on a slightly better sleep with the train staff and Policeman. There used to be a ticket office at Don Muang, not sure now or if open at that time of night.

There is still a ticket office at the train station. The ticket office will be open for as long as there are trains stopping there.

FML, lol... I'm gonna try to get first class, if that doesn't work out, going to grab some clothes (didn't pack for enough days it seems) and knock out at a hotel, leave early morning to Chiang Mai. Apparently I was "randomly selected" for a security check, which I found to be quite strange... Anyways I'm on flight now, and should be departing soon. Will keep updated about what happens once I arrive in Bangkok.

FML, lol... I'm gonna try to get first class, if that doesn't work out, going to grab some clothes (didn't pack for enough days it seems) and knock out at a hotel, leave early morning to Chiang Mai. Apparently I was "randomly selected" for a security check, which I found to be quite strange... Anyways I'm on flight now, and should be departing soon. Will keep updated about what happens once I arrive in Bangkok.

if it's a choice between going on the train and NCA bus to Chiang Mai it would be NCA hands down every time! they have their own terminal in Morchitt not far from Don Muang airport and if you are lucky enough to get a first-class bus to Chiang Mai it is truly first-class with airline style seats that go right back.

I wouldn't recommend a bus normally but NCA have an exemplary safety record and are really comfortable. If you can't get first-class even gold class is good

and you will be in Chiang Mai tomorrow morning

http://www.nca.co.th/main.html

here is the timetable

http://www.nca.co.th/timetable-bkk-ch.html

The last bus goes to Chiang Mai at 2330 and you can call them on the number 1624 on your mobile when you touch down and it's possible they will allow you to pay for the ticket at any 7/11 to secure your booking

Edited April 26, 201610 yr by Asiantravel

What's the latest bus leaving from there? Can anyone else confirm NCA over train?

I think unlikely you will get comfort on the train and the bus gets there 4 hours earlier. Double check the bus does leave from Mochit (not entirely clear to me from the website. If it does i guess a 15 minute taxi ride from the airport.

Personally I'd doss down at the inexpensive but pleasant WE Train, if its still there, Or just jump a cab into town, have a few beers out and about (sounds like you've earned one) and head to CM the next day...

Good luck. Let us know how you get on.

I think unlikely you will get comfort on the train and the bus gets there 4 hours earlier. Double check the bus does leave from Mochit (not entirely clear to me from the website. If it does i guess a 15 minute taxi ride from the airport.

they have their own dedicated company terminal at Mochit ( i.e. don't go to the big terminal that all the old buses go from)

here is a description from another website as to how to reach it

http://www.buriramexpats.com/forum/index.php?topic=6907.0

What's the latest bus leaving from there? Can anyone else confirm NCA over train?

2330

Got through immigration will post in more detail later, at the train station and need to make a quick decision, train gets here in 30 minutes, they don't have first class, but they have second class, with sleeper. Thoughts? Will I be comfortable? Comfortable enough to sleep?

Second sleeper is fine. Get a lower if you're a big lad.

Is there food on the train? Wifi? You think I'll be able to knock out on second class?

2nd class sleeper fine. Don't let them serve you food at your seat. Go to buffet car, more atmosphere, more fun.

2nd class sleeper better than bus, i think you were lucky to get.

Agree with above. I don't think they serve booze on trains any more after that poor lass was killed on a train but the Restaurant car is 'where it's at' on the trains.

Glad your ordeal is over and you got back OK.

Thank you all for all the help! Couldn't have done it without y'all. If there is a word that's "easier" than breeze, I would use it, because getting through immigration was an absolute breeze. She just looked through, stamp, stamp, stamp, and handed me over my passport. If anyone has any questions, I'd be happy to answer... Looking forward to this 12 hr train ride

Errrr... I guess it's too late to ask this, but... Are these trains safe? I was expecting a more smooth ride, feels like we're getting derailed every 2 seconds lol

They can be a tad 'bouncy' at times. Just let the gentle 'pitch and roll' rock you to sleep....

Haha good answer! But seriously, are Thai trains safe?

There have been accidents in the past but nothing too major that I can recall off the top of me head.