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Cabinet approves B45 cap on Bangkok train fares
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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.
Key facts
- Deputy spokeswoman Ploythalay Laksameesaengjan said the fare limit applies to the 2027 calendar year
- 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.
- Fares will start at 17 baht, with a maximum ticket price of 45 baht per trip.
- The cabinet approved the allocation of about 5.8 billion baht to subsidise the fares, and another 22 million baht for the cost of returning the transaction money to passengers, Ms Ploythalay said.
Summary
Deputy spokeswoman Ploythalay Laksameesaengjan said the fare limit applies to the 2027 calendar year. It received the green light from the cabinet duringthe meeting held in Udon Thani province.
Fares will start at 17 baht, with a maximum ticket price of 45 baht per trip.