Phiphat turns to phased rail fare plan as debt limits delay common-ticket buyback
MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026
Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn says Thailand’s common-ticket policy will move forward in phases, with a 200-billion-baht funding model under study and a 17-45 baht fare cap planned as short-term relief for commuters.
Rail concession merger plan awaits Cabinet review next week
TUESDAY, JUNE 02, 2026
Cabinet has yet to consider the electric rail concession merger, as comments are still being sought from relevant agencies. The proposal is expected to be submitted again next week.
Public transport joins Thais Help Thais Plus from June 1 with 60% fare subsidy
THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2026
Bus and MRT passengers will be able to use the Thais Help Thais Plus 60/40 scheme via the Pao Tang app from June 1 to September 30, with the government covering 60% of fares.
Pratunam flyover to close from April 24 for Orange Line construction
TUESDAY, APRIL 21, 2026
Bangkok motorists are being urged to prepare for the closure of the Pratunam flyover from April 24, 2026 to February 11, 2027, with five diversion routes advised.
Free MRT rides for over-60s on four lines this Songkran
FRIDAY, APRIL 10, 2026
Thailand will offer free MRT travel on four lines for passengers aged 60 and over from April 13-15, 2026, to support Songkran travel and family outings
Thailand pushes common ticketing as MRT taps shift to EMV cards
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 08, 2026
The Transport Ministry is pressing ahead with a common ticketing system, with BEM set to phase out old MRT cards and expand EMV contactless fare payment.