Why Maeklong Railway market?

We know that, at least at first glance, many markets in Thailand look the same. But one that definitely stands out is the Maeklong Railway Market. Why? Because it has a train running through the middle of it several times a day.

How to go to Maeklong train market?

If you want to travel to Maeklong by train the journey from Wongwian Yai Railway Station ( this is not far from it’s own BTS station, on the BTS Silom line) takes around 2.5 hours and will cost you less than the bus. You will need to change trains and cross the river by ferry at Mahachai Station (Mahachai Pier).

Which market has a train come through every day?

Eight times a day, a remarkable scene unfolds in Maeklong Market near Bangkok: vendors and tourists have to make way for a train passing through.

What is the maeklong railway market also known as?

Mueang Samut Songkhram, Samut Songkhram. Mae Klong Railway Market (Hoop Rom Market) is a local market in Samut Songkhram Province, commonly called Siang Tai (life-risking) Market. It is considered one of amazing-Thailand attractions in the province.

How did the Maeklong railway market get its name?

As expected, the railway became a novelty destination for its unique path through the Maeklong Railway Market (founded in 1905). Known as the ‘‘life-risking’’ market, or the “umbrella pull-down” market, the venue sees vendors regularly shifting their goods, shop fronts, and awnings out of the way of the passing trains.

How often does the train go to Maeklong?

The train goes from the Ban Laem Station (in Bangkok) to the Maeklong Station (just down the tracks from the market) four times per day and in the return direction four times. So, there are eight opportunities every day to watch the market vendor’s umbrellas close and make room for the train to come down the tracks.

Where is the railway market in Bangkok Thailand?

If you were expecting a plethora of souvenirs, think again. You will find the Maeklong Railway Market about 80 kilometers outside of the city, located in the Samut Songkhram region. Depending on Bangkok’s traffic, it takes just over an hour to get there.

When was the Ban Laem and Maeklong Railway opened?

A year later, The Maeklong Railway Company opened the 34 kilometer Ban Laem Line, using three steam locomotives. The lines merged in 1907 to form the Maeklong Railway Ltd. It was originally opened as a goods line, transporting produce from the fishing ports of Samut Sakhon and Samut Songkram to the Bangkok markets.