Transfer to/from - Bangkok Don Mueang airport (DMK)

Transportation

Ride-sharing

Once you arrive at the airport and have collected your bags, you can request a transfer via the Grab app. As pick-up points often change without prior notice, it is recommended that you follow the instructions on the app itself to meet your driver.

Bus

There are several services departing from the Arrivals area of both terminals:

- 29: Lak Si, Mo Chit, Hua Lamphong, Victory Monument, Sam Yan
- 59: Bangkhen University, Ladprao, Saphan Kwai, Chatuchak
- 95: Ram-intra, Ram Khamhang
- 187: Din Daeng, Rajvithi, Victory Monument, Charoen Krung, Si Phraya Pier
- 538: Din Daeng, Victory Monument, Rama Hospital
- 555: Lak Si, Dusit Palace, Suvarnabhumi

Bus A4 from Transit Bangkok (Tel +66 1348) travels to Sanamluang Terminal every 30 minutes between 8:30 am and 11:30 pm, passing Mahanak, Wat Khae Nang Loeng, Bang Lumphoo, Wat Chanasongkram, the National Gallery and the National Theatre. It departs from gate 6 of Terminal 1 and gates 12/14 of Terminal 2.

Free services are also available between Don Mueang and Suvarnabhumi airports from 5:00 am to 0:00 am.

The Airport LimoBus Express (Tel +66 991 918 800) runs to Khao San Road, Silom and Phayathai from 9:00 am to 0:00 am, with a frequency of 20-30 min. It departs from gates 6-8 of Terminal 1 and gate 14 of Terminal 2.

Train

The station is about 500 metres away and connects to the site via a bridge on the second floor of Terminal 1. From there, State Railway of Thailand (Tel +66 1690) services depart to Hua Lamphong, in the city centre, where connections can be made to the whole country. Intermediate stops include Lak Si, Thung Song Hong, Bang Khen, Samsen, Ramathibodi and Yommarat. Travel time is around 50 minutes.

Rent a Car

Taxi

Vehicles available outside the Arrivals areas of both terminals. It is advisable to have your destination written in Thai. The journey to the city centre can take 30 to 90 minutes, depending on traffic. Some of the companies available are Tom Taxi Services (Tel +66 982 812 537), GoodTaxiThai (Tel +66 850 466 356), All Thai Taxi (Tel +66 2018 9799).

Although there are issues that seem more than obvious, it is always advisable to take them into account when moving to or from the airport, and especially if we go by public transport.  1- To the airport - It is convenient to leave with a little more anticipation than what is commonly suggested. If you choose a taxi or a private car service, always take into account peak traffic times, demonstrations, strikes or events that may delay the journey to the airport from where you are. It is always good to be informed about what is happening. If you contract a shared transfer service, have a contact telephone number handy in case of any delay by the company. In these cases they usually already have a scheduled collection time. If you use public transport (collective, train) take into account the schedules (weekends and holidays tend to have less frequency), if you have to change and also how to board (if you need a card or paying the driver or motorist at the moment ). These are details that seem obvious, but it is advisable to know so as not to have surprises and suffer a delay that could cause complications. If you rent a car to get to the airport, check where to leave the vehicle. At some airports, there is an exclusive parking lot for rental cars.  2 -From the airport- Here it is a little less stressful since you don't have the pressure of missing your flight. In the worst case, you will arrive later at the place where you are going to stay or at the meeting point where you are trying to arrive. Once you leave the plane, look for your suitcase and finish with the arrival procedures that are required. Then, follow the directions for public transportation or ask the airport staff. It is very useful to find out in advance the schedules of the buses or trains in case you arrive late at night. Not all work 24 hours. The same goes for taxis. In case of using an Uber-type service, have the mobile application handy to contact the driver. On the other hand, if you booked a private transport service, it is likely that they will have a person waiting for you, identified with a sign. If you rent a car to go from the airport to your final destination, for greater peace of mind it is advisable to book it in advance. Rental counters are usually available in the arrivals hall.

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