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 On Board the Chao Phraya
Express Boat by DarkRay
You will first need to know that there are actually a few different lines, denoted by their flag colors. The basic local line (no flags) will stop at every pier, while the colored ones will skip over some piers. Details can be found here.
For example, if you are planning to get from the Central Pier (also known as Sathorn Pier, where Saphan Taksin BTS Station is located) to Tha Tien Pier (where Wat Pho, Temple of the Reclining Buddha, is located) you can either take the local line, or the Orange Flag Express Boat.
Based on the fare chart, it cost 11 baht on the local line, and a flat 13 baht for the Orange Flag Express Boat. The return trip however, will cost 13 baht on the local line, while still remaining 13 baht for the Orange Flag Express Boat. You can also time manage your trips in advance as they keep a pretty accurate schedule.
Note that there will be 2 platforms at the piers. If you are going leftwards, then please wait on the left platform and conversely, on the right platform if you are planning to go rightwards along the river. Otherwise, if there is nobody on the correct platform, the boat heading towards your intended direction will not stop and will bypass the pier.
Another thing to note is that there are 2 kinds of piers. One is for the Chao Phraya Express Boats that move along the river, and another is for you to take the 2 baht ferry boat across the river. You can identify which is which quite easily, since the ones for the Chao Phraya Express Boats will have 2 distinct side-by-side platforms for the purpose mentioned above. Leave a Comment
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One of the best way to visit the wonders of Thailand is to take the Chao Phraya Express Boat at the Central Pier. Just take the BTS and alight at the Saphan Takin BTS station. Remember, follow the signage that says "Chao Phraya Express" - otherwise you would ended up at other parts of the pier!
The Chao Phraya Express has a comprehensive coverage of the river route. The boat is able to take you to all the wonders in Bangkok such as Grand Palace and Wat Po. If you are not sure, why not buy the 100 baht one-day pass and you have unlimited rides for the day on the boat? *grin* Upon purchasing the one-day pass, you will be given a free guide for the river cruise (please read it onboard so that you are able to know the various attractions during your journey!) and a bottle of mineral water (you really need it under this hot, hot, hot weather!!!). And... hold on, the service officer at the counter will also stick a "VIP" tourist tag on your t-shirt/blouse. You will be given the royal treatment onboard (nah.... the boat conductor would not bother you when he/she sees the tag). By the way, that's the same tag I wore during my walking trip from Grand Palace and Wat Po that attracted unnecessary attention!!!
The ride is cool and have fun! Remember to absorb in the sights and sounds along the way. Sit back and relax! Leave a Comment
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The Cross-river ferry provides a useful means of transport when visiting two of Bangkok’s most popular riverside attractions.
The small passenger ferry makes the 2 minute crossing of the Chao Phraya river every few minutes throughout the day, connecting Wat Pho on one side of the river with Wat Arun on the other side.
If you catch the Chao Phraya Express Boat along the river, alight at Pier #8: Tha Tien (the pier for Wat Pho) and connect to the cross-river ferry.
No tickets are issued for the cross-river ferry, just pay your 3 Bahts (approx. 0.05 GBP) to the elderly lady operating the turnstile and board the next boat that comes along.
The above details were correct as at September 2007 when I made the journey. Leave a Comment Theme: Ship/Boat
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 Chao Phraya Express Boat at
Ratchawong Pier by SWFC_Fan, 4 more photos
There are several lines, connecting various piers along the river, and you can find a definitive route map here:
ROUTES
I was staying in Chinatown during my visit to the city in September 2007, so my nearest ferry pier was Pier #5: Ratchawong (also called Ratchavongse). All of my journeys on the express boats either began or ended here.
Usually, I would catch the boat from Ratchawong to either Pier #8: Tha Tien (the pier to disembark at if visiting Wat Pho) or Pier #9: Chang Luang (for visiting the Grand Palace). From Pier #8 it is possible to catch a connecting cross-river ferry to Wat Arun, a crossing which takes just two minutes.
I could never quite understand the pricing system of the boats. I was always charged 13 Bahts (approx. 0.20 GBP) when travelling from Pier #5 to Pier #9, but charged 18 Bahts (approx. 0.30 GBP) when traveling the shorter distance between Pier #5 and Pier #8. Either way, the fares are very cheap.
The journey time between Pier #5 and Piers #8 and #9 was roughly 10 minutes.
The boats arrive and leave from the piers very quickly. You have to get straight on and off or the boat will be gone before you get chance! The boats can seat perhaps 70 or 80 people, but all the seats were taken on all of my journeys, so I had to stand up at the back of the boat. There is a special standing section at the back right hand side which is reserved for monks.
At Pier #5, tickets are purchased from a small desk prior to boarding the boat. However, when traveling back from Pier #9, I paid a conductor who came around the boat collecting fares.
The Chao Phraya Express Boats are an efficient means of transport to many major sights, and a great, cheap way to see the city from the river! Leave a Comment
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 boat by pattayaraj
The boat begin from 6AM-6PM daily.
It 'll drop by flag as follow;
Green flag - stop every piers.
Red flag - Stop some piers.
Yellow flag - Express boat ,just stop only main piers.
I think this transportation 's a good way for sightseeing BKK also. Leave a Comment Theme: Ship/Boat
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There are many ways to travel in Bangkok. Some prefer the meter taxi which should start from 35bath. Others prefer the sky train & bought themselves 'tourist tickets' (250bath for 10 trips). Many hate the tuk- tuk because the drivers always try to overcharge the tourist while others like it so much. You'll have to negotiate the price before you jump in to one & I guess that's one of the reason most people avoid the tuk-tuk .We use all & enjoy the boat service most. We paid only 10bath per person from Pratunam to Bobae...They are faster & cheaper with no traffic jam! Theme: Ship/Boat
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 Express boat by shintarojon
Tha Tient - Sapan Taksin & vice-versa
Tha Tient pier is a walking distance to Wat Pho & Wat Pra Kaew while Saphan Taksin Pier is near to Saphan Taksin Station (sky train)
Boat fare - THB 15 Leave a Comment
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Boats
There are four types of boats, spotted by a flag in different colours.
Pictures in the web: Chao Praya River and Pier
Main boat - Chao Praya Pier:
01. Saphan Taksin bridge
02. Oriental Pier
03. Wat Muang kae Pier
04. Si Phraya Pier
05. Harbour Dept Pier
06. Rachawongse Pier
07. Memorial Bridge Pier
Near is: Chinatown
08. Rajinee Pier
09. Tha Tien Pier
Near is: Wat Pho
10. Tha Chang Pier
Near is: Wat Phra Khaew
11. Wang lang (Siriraj) Pier
12. Thonburi Railway Pier
13. Phra Pin Klao Bridge Pier
14. Phra Arthit Pier
15. RAMA 8 Bridge Pier
16. Thewet Pier
17. Krung Thon Bridge Pier
18. Wat Thepnahree Pier
19. Payap Pier
20. Irrigation Dept Pier
21. Kheaw Khai Ka Pier
22. Kiak Kai Pier
23. Bang Po Pier
24. Wat Soi Thong Pier
25. RAMA 7 Bridge Pier
26. Pibul 1 Pier
27. Wat Khema Pier
28. Wat Tuek Pier
29. Wat Kien Pier
30. Pibul 2 Pier
31. Nothaburi Leave a Comment
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 Choa Praya riverboat by dmirebellaLeave a Comment Theme: Other
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 Chao Prhaya River by Joenes
If you get yourself a map of the piers you will see that a lot of them are close to a temple or one of the other attractions Bangkok has to offer.
Daily Standard Express Boats
All day from 6:00-18:40.
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