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Phiphat turns to phased rail fare plan as debt limits delay common-ticket buyback

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.

Transport Ministry pushes single rail owner for 40-baht daily fare

May 07, 2026

Thailand’s Transport Ministry is moving to centralise electric rail management under the MRTA to support a 40-baht daily flat fare by early 2027.

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.

20-baht flat fare for electric railways may be delayed as new laws not ready

MONDAY, AUGUST 25, 2025

Thailand’s 20-baht flat fare for electric railways may be delayed as three key laws, including MRTA and common ticket bills, may not pass in time.

Plan to use MRT’s 8bn baht profit to fund 20-baht fare faces setback

THURSDAY, MAY 15, 2025

Plan to use MRT’s 8bn baht profit to fund 20-baht flat fare hits delay due to Finance Ministry concerns over legal use of funds.

Committee formed to push common ticket system for public transport

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2020

A ticketing policy board with 17 members will be set up to supervise a common ticketing system aimed at increasing convenience for commuters and save time on public transportation.