Cabinet approves B45 cap on Bangkok train fares

Bangkok Post - Nov 3, 2026

The cabinet on Tuesday approved a Transport Ministry proposal to cap Bangkok electric train fares at  45 baht on all lines, to ease the strain on commuters' wallets as the cost of living soars.

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