Is there a metro card for Bangkok?

You can buy a single journey token, stored value card or period pass. Children under 14 years old and people over 60 travel for half price. Use a single journey token to make a one-way trip. Fares vary from 15 to 40 Baht.



In 2026, Bangkok still utilizes two primary, separate card systems for its transit networks, though integration is slowly improving. The Rabbit Card is the stored-value card used for the BTS Skytrain (the elevated lines); it can also be used for payments at many convenience stores and fast-food outlets. For the MRT (the underground Blue and Purple lines), you traditionally use the MRT Plus Card or an MRT Token. However, a major convenience for tourists is that the MRT now accepts Contactless Credit and Debit Cards (Visa and Mastercard) directly at the turnstiles, removing the need for a specific MRT card. The BTS is also moving toward contactless acceptance, but the Rabbit Card remains the most reliable method for the Skytrain. Unfortunately, there is no single "universal" card that seamlessly covers the BTS, MRT, and the Airport Rail Link in one go (the "Mangmoom" or Spider Card project has had limited success). For most travelers, carrying a Rabbit Card for the BTS and using a contactless credit card for the MRT is the most efficient way to navigate the city without constantly queuing for individual tickets at machines.

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The Mangmoom Card (Thai for spider) is a planned stored-value card for rapid transit systems in Bangkok. Currently, many commuters carry multiple cards, since the existing Rabbit Card only works on the BTS Skytrain and Bangkok BRT, while the MRT Plus card works on the MRT Blue Line and MRT Purple Line.

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MRT Subway It's comprised of two lines - the Blue Line and Purple Line. Like the BTS Skytrain, trains arrive every 5-10 minutes. It's also cheaper, with MRT Subway tickets costing, on average, around 90 cents. If you can say anything about public transport in Bangkok, it's that it's cheap!

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Traveling around Bangkok by taxi is surprisingly cheap - sometimes even more so than the Skytrain - plus, it's comfortable and easy, and the drivers are usually really friendly. Taxis have to use their meters - if a driver refuses to do so, find a different taxi!

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Fares start at 15 baht per one stop. A one-day pass may be a good option for those planning to do a lot of hopping on and off for one full day. But if you plan to be in Bangkok for a while, it might be a good idea to buy the BTS Smart Pass. Unlimited travel within the duration of a single day for 140 baht.

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: EMV Contactless cards can be used to pay for fares on the MRT Yellow Line System as the following detail: Credit card from every Thailand bank issuer and every International bank issuer under VISA or MasterCard brand. Debit card from every International bank issuer.

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You can purchase EZ-Link cards at SimplyGo Ticket Offices, Concession Card Replacement Offices and Ticketing Service Centres located at MRT stations, bus interchanges and Integrated Transport Hubs, at Passenger Service Centres within most MRT Stations and at 7-Eleven stores, including those located at Shell petrol ...

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Many of us are aware of the 2 major train lines in Bangkok, MRT and BTS. Recently I found out you can use your debit/ credit card to enter and pay for your MRT rides, as long as you use a VISA or Mastercard.

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Simply tap your contactless bank card (e.g. credit or debit card) or mobile device at the MRT fare gates or card reader on buses as you would usually do with your current travel card. If you are using your mobile device, remember to place your device a little longer at the fare gates or card reader. TRANSPORT?

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Stored value cards don't contain a set number of trips but an amount of money to pay the fare from point A to point B. They're well worth it for the convenience alone. Top up at any station with the amount you think you will be spending. The Rabbit cards can/do have a number of trips or a value.

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