Getting to the inner city of Bangkok from Don Muang Airport (also known as Don Mueang Airport or DMK) is easy with numerous types of transportation available to choose from. Depending on your budget and travel requirements, the transportation options from Don Muang Airport to Bangkok city are easily accessible from the airport.
Transfer to Bangkok city from DMK by Taxi
This is by far the easiest transportation mode from DMK to Bangkok city as the airport is located at about 25km away from the city. Depending on which area in Bangkok that you wish to go, most of the travelers will come to Mo Chit to connect with BTS or MRT for further transfer arrangement. The distance between DMK and Mo Chit is around 14km which is equivalent to about 30 minutes traveling time depending on the traffic condition.
For travelers who prefer a hassle free transfer can opt for transfer to the central Siam area, the distance from DMK to Siam is about 23km and takes approximately 45 minutes for the journey.
The taxi fare from Don Muang Airport to inner city of Bangkok will cost you in the range of 150THB to 250THB, also take note that there will be airport surcharge of 50THB for transfer from airport to Bangkok city area and any toll fee is to be paid by the travelers.
Transfer to Bangkok city from DMK by Bus
This is a cheaper way for transfer to Bangkok city. Generally, there are 2 types of buses operate from DMK airport to the inner city:
Airport Bus
A1 – DMK – Mochit BTS/MRT (Chatuchak) – Mochit 2 / Northeastern Bangkok Bus Station – DMK
A2 – DMK – Mochit BTS/MRT (Chatuchak) – Saphan Kwai BTS – Ari BTS – Sanam Pao BTS – Victory Monument – DMK
Airport bus from the Don Muang airport services routes at a frequency of 20 minutes and each route takes about 60-80 minutes per trip. The fare for airport bus is fixed at 30 THB per person per trip.
City Bus
The fare for City bus is charged in the range of 6.5 THB to 23 THB depending on the route and type of bus taken.
Transfer to Bangkok city from DMK by Train
Commuter train terminal is located within 500m range from Don Muang Airport and can be easily accessed via the sky bridge connected from terminal 1.
There are 4 types of train for travelers to choose from (Ordinary, Rapid, Express and Special Express), each type of train differentiated by class and types of seat.
Service route
The train services route from Don Muang Airport to Hua Lamphong Railway Station where travelers can connect to other parts of Thailand via Hua Lamphong station.
DMK – Khan Kheha Komo 19 – Laksi – Thung Song Hong – Bang Khen – Nikhom Rotfai Komo 11 – Bang Sue Junction – Samsen Railway Station – Ramathibodi – Yommarat – Bangkok Railway Station Hua Lamphong
Transfer to Bangkok city from DMK by Private Car/Van/Mini Bus
For travelers who prefer to avoid all the hassles that might occur in the airport can choose to book a private car, van or mini bus in advanced. The cost of traveling will be higher but this option offers the travelers with the most convenient way of traveling into Bangkok inner city, especially when you are traveling in group, with infant or child and huge luggage.
Transfer to Bangkok city from DMK by Rental Car
For travelers who prefer to explore the city on their own can go for the rental car option. There are several car rental companies in Don Muang Airport where you can rent a car from them upon arrival. If you are traveling during peak seasons, it is always good to pre book the car in advanced to avoid disappointment.
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