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32-575: The 16 kilometres (9.9 mi) route has twelve stations in the centre of the road that give at grade access to the right hand side of the buses. Both termini connect to the Silom Line of the BTS Skytrain ; at Chong Nonsi (S3) and Talat Phlu (S10). The previous fleet consists of Sunlong SLK6125CNG buses, which were replaced by CRRC EV buses on 1st September 2024. The fare is currently on hold (free until new price decided) for reconsideration of

64-521: A flat fare of THB 10 from September 2010. That flat fare was decreased to THB5 in January 2011, and later increase to THB15 in May 2017. On 31 August, BMA announced that The fare will be free for 3 months till 30 November 2023 for reconsideration of the effectiveness of the project. Part of the route is physically separated from the remaining carriageway by way of surface-mounted dividers, while other parts of

96-513: A late 2007 opening. However, problems with the tendering and installation of a new Bombardier open signalling system repeatedly pushed back the schedule. The extension finally opening on 15 May 2009. However, the single platform Saphan Taksin station which has only one track, has caused repeated delays during rush hour. In 2012, the BMA announced plans to demolish Saphan Taksin station in the future. There are now plans to construct new platforms and remove

128-562: A separate six-car shuttle service due to the absence of a turnout between Wongwian Yai and Talat Phlu stations. The remaining two stations Wutthakat and Bang Wa were opened on 5 December 2013. In 2018, it was decided to finally build the missing Saint Louis station (originally named Sueksa Witthaya), the EIA was finalised in March 2019. Construction of the station began in August 2019 and by

160-739: Is in operation during peak hours. On 2 February 2024, BTSC won the BMA's bid to operate and develop the BRT system. The existing route is expected to extend from Sathorn to Lumphini MRT station in July 2024, with an additional service to CentralPlaza Rama III shopping mall. BTSC was assigned to find electric buses with doors to accommodate both the current high-level platforms and for street-level. Two new infill stations are also planned to be built: Yaek Chan - Naradhiwas Rajanagarindra (between B3-B4) and Yaek Naradhiwas Rajanagarindra - Ratchadaphisek (between B4-B5). On 1 September 2024, The new CRRC EV Bus replaced

192-742: The MRT Orange line which is under construction. Type (single) •   Mine Smart Ferry   •   CHAOPHRAYA EXPRESS   •   MRT   , via 270-metre underground walkway (under construction) •   SRT   (future) • Ratchaphruek station for [REDACTED] Bangkok BRT •   MRL   (south section; future) • Mae Klong Railway (Wongwian Yai - Mahachai) •   SRT   (future) •   MRT   • Khlong Phasi Charoen Boat Service The Silom Line operates from 06:00 to 24:00 every day with some through-running trains to/from Mo Chit station on

224-677: The SRT Dark Red Line will not be built until after 2022. Originally, the plan was to extend the Silom Line west from National Stadium into Chinatown, then north to Democracy Monument where it would then run west to Rattanakosin Island and Sanam Luang, tunnel under the river to the Thonburi side before terminating at Phran Nok. However, this plan was shelved back in 2009 and much of this route has been replaced by alignment changes to

256-674: The SRT Light Red line . A public hearing was held in 2015. Three route options were considered, with construction intended to start in 2017. Part of the basis for this further extension by the BMA is that it would provide proximate access to the Southern Bus Terminal. The BMA Transport and Traffic Office completed an economic evaluation of the extension in October 2018 which found a cost benefit ratio of 2.37. The study recommended that an EIA be completed in 2019 but this

288-506: The Sukhumvit Line . Several changes were made during the construction as follows: On 18 October 2005, with no approval from the central government forthcoming, Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) decided to fund and complete the 2.2 kilometers (1.4 mi) Silom Line route extension to Krung Thon Buri and Wongwian Yai Stations. Construction began on 13 December 2005 with completion originally expected within two years for

320-873: The Thonburi side of Bangkok and Wong Wian Yai . It continues west along the Ratchapruek Road before it terminates at Bang Wa Station in Phasi Charoen District . The line was first opened on 5 December 1999, along with the Sukhumvit. Both lines are operated by the Bangkok Mass Transit System Public Company Limited under a 30-year concession from the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration . When it opened,

352-459: The BRT lanes are located against the road median, and the doors are on the right hand side of the buses (Thailand drives on the left ). Access from the stations to the vehicles is leveled. Wheelchair accessibility was improved following the introduction of stair lifts. Buses operate between 06:00-24:00 at 7-10 minute intervals during off-peak hours and weekends and 5 minute intervals at peak hours. An additional service between Sathorn and Nararam III

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384-504: The Cherdchai Group in a joint venture with CRRC . Each new bus can carry no fewer than 80 passengers (equivalent to 67 cars). All buses are equipped with a GPS tracking system that allows for real-time location tracking through an application called Viabus. The exterior of the bus features a yellow background with green stripes. This design resulted from a contest organized by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration in 2008 under

416-723: The Silom-Naradhiwas junction, the line went straight. After exiting BTS S4 station, the line turned left at the Surasak junction, then right at the Sathorn-Surasak junction, continuing for 500 meters and terminating at BTS S5 station. The depot for both lines was initially located at Lumphini Park . However, due to public backlash, it was relocated to the former site of the Northern Bus Terminal (also known as Mo Chit Bus Terminal) near Mo Chit station on

448-414: The back suggesting the bus is moving forward. There is a passenger information system that automatically announces station names on LED display, the announcements are spoken by Thai actress Ratklao Amaradit which also voices for the BTS Skytrain system. The electronic sign at the front of the bus indicating the terminal station. The bus is also equipped with a GPS and radio transmission to communicate with

480-406: The bottleneck and keep the station which provides an important link between river boats. The plan includes redesigning the road bridges either side of the viaduct to fit the new station. The third extension to the network, a 5.3 km (3.3 mi), a four station extension from Wongwian Yai to Bang Wa in Phasi Charoen District began construction in the 2nd quarter of 2011, with a deadline of

512-411: The bus with the station platform • Automatic sensor sliding doors to ensure passenger safety while boarding or exiting the bus Each bus is equipped with two wheelchair locks and a ramp that can be extended from the bus to the platform to facilitate the boarding and alighting process for wheelchair users. The line uses Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) to control the signals for BRT, ensuring

544-518: The buses priority when passing through junctions via the dedicated traffic lights. This system can also indicate the arrival time of the next bus. Bangkok BRT accepts Rabbit Card payments and will soon introduce on-bus QR payment options. Silom Line The Elevated Train in Commemoration of HM the King's 6th Cycle Birthday 2nd line , also known as Silom Line , is one of

576-423: The concept " Put Your Colors on Bangkok BRT ," with yellow and green as the given colors. The winning design was created by a student from King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang . It was inspired by the swift motions of hand movements while drawing quick pencil strokes, symbolizing fast, reliable, and convenient service. The flowing lines indicate the flexibility of a moving hand, with thicker lines towards

608-399: The control centre. The bus equipped with several safety features, including: • CCTV cameras inside the bus with digital recording system that can store footage for 72 hours • A rear-facing CCTV camera outside the bus to assist the driver while reversing and monitoring • Emergency stop buttons • Two fire extinguishers are featured on board • Guidance system which automatically aligns

640-427: The effectiveness of the project. The system is set for upgrades in 2024, including the addition of 23 electric buses and two additional stations. These changes aim to boost ridership to 13,000 passengers per day. The fare will be capped at 15 baht. It is owned by Krungthep Thanakom PCL, the holdings enterprise of the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA), and operated by Bangkok Mass Transit System PCL (BTSC) ,

672-454: The end of 2012. Only the stations had to be constructed as the viaduct had been completed some years prior. However, construction was delayed for many months by the Bangkok floods of late 2011 . It eventually opened in stages. Pho Nimit opened on 12 January 2013, Talat Phlu opened on 14 February 2013, with the last two stations opening on 5 December 2013. The extension was initially operated by

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704-467: The end of 2019 had reached 25% progress. By August 2020, construction had reached 50% but was 30% behind schedule due to COVID related delays. The station was opened on 8 February 2021. After the opening of Wutthakat and  Bang Wa  stations 5 December 2013, the BMA announced a new proposal to further extended the Silom Line by 7 km (4.3 mi) from Bang Wa station , by six stations to Taling Chan . At Taling Chan it would connect with

736-430: The end of the platform to board the bus. Another problem is that only 16 out of 23 buses operate on the line during rush hour, resulting in a 12-minute interval instead of 7-minute interval. This causes major overcrowding at various stations. The Traffic and Transportation Department stated that the overcrowding problem is due by the delayed installation of a bus charging station at Sathorn, meaning that all buses have to use

768-608: The line ran from National Stadium to Saphan Taksin stations covering a total distance of 6.5 km (4.0 mi) with 7 stations. Sukhumvit Line is one of the main arteries of the Bangkok Mass Rapid Transit System with 900,000 daily passengers per day (combined with the Sukhumvit Line ). The original route of the Silom line ran from BTS W2 station over Rama I Road , then turned right towards Ratchadamri and Si Lom roads. Instead of turning left at

800-409: The old Sunlong SLK6215CNG and began operating on the line with two additional stations which are Thanon Chan Neau and Thanon Chan Tai. However, daily commuters of the line criticised this new kind of operation as problematic since the new bus is low-floor while the platforms at the existing stations were built to accommodate only high-floor bus, This means passengers have to use an emergency staircases at

832-495: The only existing charging station at Ratchaphruek. The issue with the boarding process will be resolved by extending the platforms to accommodate the new low-floor buses. Bangkok BRT uses single-deck buses with a length of 12 meters, a width of 2.54 meters, and a height of 3.44 meters. Originally, the line used 25 high-floor Sunlong SLK6215CNG buses from 2010 until September 2024, when they were replaced by brand new CRRC EV Buses. These 23 new buses were manufactured domestically by

864-712: The operator of the BTS Skytrain. Plans for a bus rapid transit system in Bangkok were made in 2004 by the BMA and the Ministry of Transport's Office of Transport and Traffic Policy and Planning . In 2005, the BMA settled on a master plan consisting of fourteen BRT routes. Construction on the first route, Sathon – Ratchaphruek , began in 2007. The route opened for trial runs on 29 May 2010, and officially opened on 14 February 2011. The system's island platforms are accessed by elevated enclosed station facilities, and it shares

896-666: The rapid transit lines of the BTS Skytrain System in Bangkok , Thailand. The line runs eastward from National Stadium Station in Pathum Wan District over Rama I Road and interchanges with the Sukhumvit Line at Siam station , then turns southward, following Ratchadamri , Si Lom , Naradhiwas Rajanagarindra and Sathon Roads to Taksin Bridge where it crosses the Chao Phraya River to

928-405: The route are high-occupancy vehicle lanes with a minimum occupancy level of three occupants (T3). At some intersections, the bus shares space with other vehicles, disrupting an efficient exploitation. The vehicles have a guide system , which is only used at the stations to ensure a minimum gap between the station and the bus. The stations are all located in the centre of the road, which means that

960-593: The ticketing system of the BTS Skytrain . The buses run on dedicated bus lanes blocked to the main traffic, which is why the system has been criticised by motorists as losing one lane to the BRT has worsened the traffic in the area. Originally, five BRT routes were planned to be open by 2013. The additional four routes were: Mo Chit – Government Complex – Nonthaburi, Sathorn – Suk Sawat, Don Mueang – Min Buri–Suvarnabhumi, and Min Buri – Srinagarindra – Samrong. However, it

992-483: Was announced in September 2010 that The Mo Chit – Government Complex route was cancelled, and the other planned routes were expected to be abandoned as well. The first route from Sathorn to Ratchaphruek via Naradhiwas Ratchanagarindra and Rama III roads, opened to the public on 29 May 2010. This was later than 12 August 2008 as originally planned. The service ran as a free trial until the end of August 2010, followed by

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1024-539: Was delayed. Once the extension to Taling Chan is built the BMA has canvassed the possibility of a further future extension north to connect with the MRT Purple Line at Rattanathibet Road . Silom Line is planned to be extended by two stations west from National Stadium to link with the SRT Dark Red line at Yot Se station. However, no time frame for this extension has been announced and this section of

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