Traveling to Maeklong Railway Market from Ekkamai Bus Terminal

Ticket office location

Ticket office location Google Map

The ticket counter is located on the right side when facing Ekkamai Bus Terminal. Look for counter number 12 (976) to buy a ticket to Maeklong Samut Songkhram Bus Terminal. The ticket price is ฿100 per person.

Ekkamai Bus Terminal Departure Times

Ekkamai Bus Terminal

The space on the bus is limited. It is a 12-seat Mini Van. Once it is full, you cannot buy more. If the bus is full in advance, the bus may leave early, so it is recommended to arrive at least 1 hour in advance. I went to buy tickets first, then went to a nearby place to buy breakfast, and ate while waiting for the bus.

The ride takes about 1.5 hours to 2 hours. If there is no traffic jam, it will arrive in 1.5 hours.

Departure time from Maeklong to Ekkamai bus station

Maeklong Samut Songkhram Bus Terminal

The last bus from Maeklong to Ekkamai bus station is at 18:00. In order to avoid not buying a ticket, you can buy a ticket at the bus station in advance. Then come back to the bus station before 18:00 to catch the bus.

The bus will open in advance for everyone to get on, so if you want to choose the seat you want to take, come to the bus stop at least 30 minutes in advance. The bus will leave when the time is up or the bus is full.

Maeklong Railway Market

Maeklong Railway Market is not just a place to shop, it is a living example of human adaptability and creativity. It shows how Thais skillfully integrate daily life with railway transportation to create this unique landscape.

Why you should come here:

• Unique experience: The market is built on train tracks. Several times a day, when the train passes by, the vendors quickly put away their awnings and goods, forming a unique landscape.
• Thrilling: Witnessing the mere centimeters between the train and the stall is an unforgettable experience.
• Fresh ingredients: The market provides a variety of fresh vegetables, fruits, seafood and meats with excellent quality.
• Local characteristics: This is mainly a daily market for local people, allowing you to experience real Thai life.
• Photography attraction: The moment the train passes by provides photographers with excellent shooting opportunities.
• Cultural experience: Observing how the locals adapt to this unique way of life reflects the flexibility and adaptability of the Thai people.
• Combine with other attractions: It can be combined with the nearby Amphawa Floating Market itinerary to enrich your travel experience.
• All-weather experience: The market is open all day long, and you can arrange the best time to visit according to the train schedule.

Train pass by market time

Maekong’s trains have 4 arrival times and 4 departure times a day, which means that vendors need to close their stalls 8 times a day to allow the train to pass.

20 minutes after the train enters the station, the train will leave the station again, so if you take a picture of the train entering the station, you can find a beverage shop or snack shop at a nearby vendor to sit and rest. Wait for about 20 minutes and you can take another picture of the train leaving the station.

The train will finally enter the station at 17:40 and will not leave the station again.

Amphawa Floating Market

Amphawa Floating Market is located in Samut Samut, about 90 kilometers southwest of Bangkok, and is one of the most popular floating markets in Thailand. This charming market, built along a tributary of the Mekong River, is known for its unique atmosphere and rich experiences.

Why you should come here:

• A unique experience from dusk to night: Unlike most floating markets that operate during the day, Amphawa is open from afternoon to evening, creating a unique atmosphere.
• Rich food: There are a variety of fresh seafood, authentic Thai snacks and desserts, allowing you to taste the local Thai flavor.
• Firefly Tour: You can take a boat ride to watch the fireflies on the river bank at night, which is an unforgettable experience.
• Authentic culture: Although there are many tourists, it still retains strong local characteristics and flavor of life.
• Handicrafts: There are many exquisite handicrafts and souvenirs in the market, making it a good place for shopping.
• Ancient buildings: There are many well-preserved Thai wooden houses in the surrounding area, showing the charm of traditional Thai architecture.
• Dining on the boat: You can choose to have dinner on the boat, enjoying the riverside scenery while tasting the food.
• Weekend only: Mainly open on weekends, making your weekend trip more special.

Amphawa Floating Market is not only a place for shopping and tasting delicious food, but also an excellent place to experience the blend of traditional Thai culture and modern life. It’s large in size and has a wide variety of merchandise, providing a full-day experience. This market is especially suitable for tourists who want to experience Thai culture in depth while enjoying delicious food and natural scenery. Although it is far from the center of Bangkok, it is definitely worth a special trip.

Take a songthaew from Maeklong to Amphawa Floating Market

From Maeklong Station transfer by songthaew to Amphawa, the journey takes about 15-20 minutes

You can take a bus from Maeklong Songthaew Station to Amphawa Floating Market

Take a songthaew from Amphawa Floating Market to Maeklong

From Amphawa transfer by songthaew to Maeklong Station, the journey takes about 15-20 minutes

You can take a bus at the Bus station (Songthaew to Mea Klong) back to Maeklong Songthaew Station

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