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Traveling by night train in Thailand: an adventure!
Anyone who has taken one will tell you: traveling by night train in Thailand is an unforgettable adventure! The atmosphere on board, especially in the dining car turned into a nightclub, is simply memorable. The berths are comfortable, the sheets clean and the food good, and even if the trains are often late, it's worth it – and you save the cost of a hotel night.Transport in Thailand
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Information about night trains in Thailand
To be sure of getting a berth, it is highly recommended to book your train tickets at least 8 days in advance, and even earlier at peak times such as the last weekend of December, Songkran or Loy Krathong. You can book berths online on 12go, a website we have tested and recommend.Bring a sweater or a blanket, as the air conditioning on the train is sometimes too strong. You can freshen up and brush your teeth, but you can't take a shower on the train. Travelers generally prefer the lower berths. And apart from the sometimes lively dining car, the train is quiet and you can sleep quite well (if you can forget the noise of the rails – or use earplugs).
Which routes can you take by night train?
The two most popular night train routes in Thailand are Bangkok - Chiang Mai and Bangkok - Surat Thani, in either direction. It is generally a little easier to get tickets in the Chiang Mai - Bangkok or Surat Thani - Bangkok direction.You can of course board at other stops along the way. For example, an Ayutthaya - Chiang Mai trip by night train lets you take the time to explore the ancient capital of the Kingdom before continuing to the capital of the North.
Video of the Bangkok - Chiang Mai night train
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