Bangkok's Flat-Fare Skytrain Policy by 2025
The Thai Transport Ministry plans to introduce a 20-baht flat fare for all Skytrain lines by September 2025 to reduce living costs. Supported by the Bangkok Metropolitan Council, this policy is expected to increase ridership. The government will compensate for fare differences through an 8-billion-baht annual fund.
The Thai Transport Ministry announced plans to introduce a flat 20-baht fare for all Skytrain lines by September 2025, a proposal supported by the Bangkok Metropolitan Council (BMC).
Adviser to the transport minister, Phongkawin Jungrungreangkit, confirmed that discussions took place on the policy, which aims to reduce living costs.
A report noted a 26% rise in Red Line and MRT Purple Line passengers due to a similar fare policy.
Though initial revenues dropped, increased passenger numbers are expected to normalize financials.
A draft of the Joint Ticket Management Act, enabling the policy extension, will be reviewed and submitted for Cabinet and Parliamentary approval before being published in the Royal Gazette.
The policy aims to launch in September 2025 without affecting existing private operator contracts, with the government compensating fare differences through the Joint Ticket System Promotion Fund, estimated to need 8 billion baht annually.
The BMC is urging expedited implementation for public benefit.
Adviser to the transport minister, Phongkawin Jungrungreangkit, confirmed that discussions took place on the policy, which aims to reduce living costs.
A report noted a 26% rise in Red Line and MRT Purple Line passengers due to a similar fare policy.
Though initial revenues dropped, increased passenger numbers are expected to normalize financials.
A draft of the Joint Ticket Management Act, enabling the policy extension, will be reviewed and submitted for Cabinet and Parliamentary approval before being published in the Royal Gazette.
The policy aims to launch in September 2025 without affecting existing private operator contracts, with the government compensating fare differences through the Joint Ticket System Promotion Fund, estimated to need 8 billion baht annually.
The BMC is urging expedited implementation for public benefit.
