TAT welcomes Lao media and influencers, aims for 1 million visitors on Bangkok-Vientiane railway
Manager Online - July 14, 2024, 15:54
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and the State Railway of Thailand welcomed a group of media and influencers from Laos who took a trial run on the train from Vientiane Station (Khamsavath) to Bangkok Grand Central Station. The goal is to attract 1 million Lao tourists to Thailand in the near future.
Today (July 14) at Bangkok Grand Central Station, Ms. Thapanee Kiatphaibool, Governor of TAT, along with executives from the State Railway of Thailand, welcomed media and influencers (KOLs) from Laos who arrived on Express Train No. 134 from Vientiane (Khamsavath) to Bangkok Grand Central Station. This was a simulated trial run before the official service launch. The inaugural train, Express Train No. 133 from Bangkok to Vientiane (Khamsavath), will depart on Friday, July 19, at 21:25.
The Lao media and influencers group departed from Vientiane Station (Khamsavath) yesterday evening (July 13). The train crossed the Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge, went through passport control at Nong Khai station, and arrived at Bangkok Grand Central Station at 06:10 this morning.
Ms. Thapanee stated that the opening of the railway service between Thailand and Laos will help maintain Thailand's position as a popular destination for Lao tourists and push the number of visitors from Laos to reach 1 million in the near future. Recent measures to facilitate travel for Lao citizens to Thailand include the suspension of TM.6 immigration forms from April 15 to October 15 at major border crossings such as Nong Khai, Mukdahan, and Chiang Rai. Other factors like the variety of affordable Thai products and quality services in Thailand also promote cross-border tourism and trade, encouraging more Lao visitors to travel to Thailand for tourism, work, shopping, medical consultations, and social gatherings.
For 2024, Thailand aims to attract 977,000 tourists from Laos, generating tourism revenue of over 36.96 billion baht.
Express Trains No. 133 and 134 consist of:
- 152 seats in 3rd class (fan) carriages, with fares from Bangkok to Vientiane at 281 baht
- 64 seats in 2nd class air-conditioned carriages, with fares at 574 baht
- 30 seats in 2nd class air-conditioned sleeper carriages, with upper berth fares at 784 baht and lower berth at 874 baht
Bookings can be made up to 180 days in advance at railway stations nationwide, through the Call Center 1690, or via the State Railway of Thailand's website and D-Ticket application.
Trial Run of Thai-Lao Train Service Aims for One Million Lao Tourists Visiting Thailand | Evening News | July 14, 2024
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has enlisted 11 Lao influencers to review the trip on the "Thai-Lao Train" before its official launch on July 19. The goal is to attract one million Lao tourists to visit Thailand, generating 36 billion baht in revenue.
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) welcomed a group of media personnel and influencers from the Lao PDR to test a cross-border train ride from Vientiane to Bangkok before the official service begins on July 19th. It is expected that this will attract more than 1 million Lao tourists to visit Thailand.
Source: Daily News Website
Monday, July 15, 2024, 13:23
The State Railway of Thailand is integrating cooperation with the Lao National Railway to expand international passenger train services on the route from Bangkok Apiwat Central Station to Vientiane (Kham Savat) and back. This collaboration aims to facilitate travel connections and cargo transport between the two countries.
A reporter from Udon Thani Province stated that Mr. Thanapon Kongsubpaisan, President of the Udon Thani Chamber of Commerce, along with vice presidents and committee members, participated in the test run and promotion of the international train route from Bangkok Apiwat to Vientiane (Kham Savat). They were joined by Mr. Sakda Ketkaew, Deputy Mayor of Udon Thani Province Administrative Organization, Ms. Kanokwan Dungseekaw, Director of the Tourism Authority of Thailand Udon Thani Office, Mr. Bancha Kanhasin, Udon Thani Public Relations Officer, Mr. Thanatorn Srinak, Chief of the Udon Thani Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Office, representatives of the Udon Thani Tourism Association, tourism business operators, and other government and private sector heads.
The State Railway of Thailand has coordinated with the Lao National Railway to extend international passenger train services on the Bangkok Apiwat - Vientiane (Kham Savat) - Bangkok Apiwat route to ease travel and cargo transport. The first passenger train is ready to operate on July 19, 2024. Passengers can book tickets from now onwards. Two round-trip trains will be provided, consisting of 152 third-class seats (fan-cooled), 64 second-class air-conditioned seats, and 30 second-class air-conditioned sleeper seats, attached to rapid train No. 133. Additionally, two more round-trip services on the Udon Thani - Vientiane (Kham Savat) - Udon Thani route will be available, totaling four trains per day.
Passengers can purchase tickets and make reservations up to 180 days in advance at any train station nationwide. Travelers must have a passport or a border pass for customs and immigration procedures at Nong Khai and Vientiane (Kham Savat) stations before crossing the border. Moreover, the railway has collaborated with the Vientiane Transport Operators Association to provide shuttle bus services to various tourist destinations.
The Vientiane (Kham Savat) Station, originally known as Vientiane Station in the project, is part of the Nong KhaiVientiane railway line. Located in Kham Savat village, Saithani district, Vientiane capital, Laos, it is 7.5 kilometers from Thanaleng Station and marks the end of the Nong Khai-Vientiane railway route.
ประเทศไทยต้อนรับนักท่องเที่ยวลาวด้วยบริการรถไฟสายใหม่เวียงจันทน์-กรุงเทพฯ
Thailand Welcomes Lao Tourists on New Vientiane-Bangkok Train Service
By Kheuakham Chanlivong - The Laotian Times
July 15, 2024
ประเทศไทยต้อนรับนักท่องเที่ยวลาวด้วยบริการรถไฟสายใหม่เวียงจันทน์-กรุงเทพฯ
Thailand Welcomes Lao Tourists on New Vientiane-Bangkok Train Service
By Kheuakham Chanlivong - The Laotian Times
July 15, 2024
Source - Daily News, Wednesday, July 17, 2024 04:25
Travel Service Options: Bus Service to Cambodia Resumes in September
Mr. Athawit Rakchamroon, Director and Acting Managing Director of Transport Co., Ltd. (Bor Khor Sor), revealed that between September and October 2024, Bor Khor Sor will resume international bus services between Thailand and Cambodia on two routes:
1. Bangkok-Aranyaprathet-Poipet-Phnom Penh (719 km, 11-hour journey, fare 900 baht)
2. Bangkok-Aranyaprathet-Poipet-Siem Reap (424 km, 7-hour journey, fare 750 baht)
These routes were previously operational from 2013-2014 but were temporarily suspended in late 2019 due to the COVID-19 outbreak. They expect a good reception for these resumed services.
Mr. Athawit added that before COVID-19, Bor Khor Sor operated 15 international routes. Three routes connecting to Vientiane, Laos, have already resumed:
1. Bangkok-Vientiane: 2 round trips daily, 648 km, 10-hour journey, fare 900 baht
2. Nong Khai-Vientiane: 4 round trips daily, 27 km, 2-hour journey, fare 55 baht
3. Udon Thani-Vientiane: 6 round trips daily, 77 km, 3-hour journey, fare 80 baht
These three routes serve about 286 passengers per day, not including those traveling on Lao buses.
When asked if the State Railway of Thailand's (SRT) planned Bangkok-Vientiane (Khamsavath) train service would affect Bor Khor Sor's Lao routes, Mr. Athawit said it shouldn't have an impact as they serve different routes. Bor Khor Sor's buses go directly into Vientiane city, targeting a different group of passengers. He's confident their ridership will remain stable and views SRT's new train service as a positive development, offering more travel options for the public and tourists.
The reporter noted that for the SRT's Express Train 133/134 Bangkok-Vientiane (Khamsavath)-Bangkok, the 13-hour journey costs:
- 3rd class seat: 281 baht
- 2nd class seat: 414 baht
- 2nd class air-conditioned seat: 574 baht
- 2nd class air-conditioned sleeper: Upper bed 784 baht, Lower bed 874 baht
For the Express Train 147/148 Udon Thani-Vientiane (Khamsavath)-Udon Thani, the 2-hour journey costs:
- Fan car: 100 baht
- Air-conditioned car: 200 baht
Source: Daily News, July 18, 2024 edition (afternoon)
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Thailand-Laos Railway Service Starts Today, July 19, 2024: Check Passenger Fares
Thansettakij, July 19, 2024 | 03:01 AM
The Thailand-Laos railway connection begins operations today, July 19, 2024. Check passenger fares for the route between Bangkok Grand Central Station - Vientiane (Khamsavath) - Bangkok Grand Central Station. The first train departs today.
The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) launches international passenger train service between Thailand and Laos, connecting Bangkok Grand Central Station - Vientiane (Khamsavath) - Bangkok Grand Central Station. The first train departs today (July 19, 2024).
Tickets can be purchased at all railway stations nationwide. The service offers two round-trip trains daily, consisting of:
- 152 seats in 3rd class regular (fan) coaches
- 64 seats in 2nd class air-conditioned coaches
- 30 seats in 2nd class air-conditioned sleeper coaches
These coaches will be attached to the Express Train No. 133.
Additionally, there will be two more round-trip trains on the Udon Thani - Vientiane (Khamsavath) - Udon Thani route, making a total of 4 trains per day.
Seat reservations can be made:
1. At any railway station ticket counter (at least 1 hour before departure). Passengers must bring their original ID cards.
2. Via CALL CENTER 1690 (more than 5 days in advance, excluding travel date). Tickets must be collected at any station with a ticket counter within 3 hours.
3. Online at http://dticket.railway.co.th/ (membership required)
4. Through the SRT D-Ticket app (membership required)
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