Phrom Phong BTS Station

Phrom Phong Station is the BTS Skytrain station on the Sukhumvit Line. Located in the city center, the E5 station is one of the busiest BTS stations in Bangkok. Discover everything you need to know about Phrom Phong BTS Station, such as train timetables, tickets, the map of the station area, the best things to do, and hotels near Phrom Phong Station.

The guide to Phrom Phong BTS Station covers the following:

• Bangkok BTS Lines
• BTS Tickets & Fare from Phrom Phong
• Phrom Phong Station BTS Timetable
• Phrom Phong BTS Station Map
• Hotels near Phrom Phong BTS Station
• Things to Do near Phrom Phong Station
• Public Transport Connections
• Getting to Popular Destinations

Bangkok BTS Lines

The BTS Green Line is the Skytrain system that consists of two lines (the Sukhumvit Line and the Silom Line) with 60 stations. 

Phrom Phong is the station on the Sukhumvit Line (light green), which is the Skytrain line connecting the northern part of the city with downtown Bangkok and southeastern areas.

To travel from Phrom Phong to one of the BTS stations on the Silom Line (dark green), you need to transfer between the two lines at Siam BTS Station.

BTS Tickets & Fare from Phrom Phong Station

There are several types of Bangkok BTS tickets that can be purchased at the Phrom Phong Station:

1. Single Journey Ticket.
2. Rabbit Card.
3. BTS One-Day Pass.

Single journey tickets can be purchased at ticket-issuing machines or at the ticket office of the station. At the ticket office, it is also possible to buy the Rabbit Card and the BTS One-Day Pass that let you travel without buying a ticket for each trip.

The price of a BTS ticket depends on the length of the journey, and it's detailed here: Bangkok BTS Green Line Fare.

To discover the BTS ticket price for a trip from Phrom Phong Station to any station on the Sukhumvit and Silom lines, explore this fare table.

Phrom Phong Station BTS Timetable

Discover the latest BTS Skytrain timetable for train departures from Phrom Phong Station.

To Kheha (east of Phrom Phong Station):

• First train: 05:38
• Last train: 00:11
• Supplementary train: 00:24 (to Samrong only)

To Khu Khot (west of Phrom Phong Station):

• First train: 05:34
• Last train: 23:51
• Supplementary train: 00:06 (to Ha Yaek Lat Phrao only)

The frequency of train departures from Phrom Phong Station on the Sukhumvit Line is every 2.5-8 minutes, depending on the day and time.

Pay attention that service hours of the ticket office are 06:00-24:00. Passengers cannot add value or purchase tickets at the ticket office before or after service hours. To take the earliest and latest trains, you should use a Rabbit Card containing sufficient value or purchase a single journey card from a ticket-issuing machine.

Phrom Phong BTS Station Map

Phrom Phong Station is located on Sukhumvit Road in the heart of the city.

📍Google Maps

Explore the official area map of Phrom Phong BTS Station in the picture below.

The nearest stations on the Sukhumvit Line:

• Asok (E4)
• Thong Lo (E6)

A full list of the stations can be found on the Bangkok BTS map.

Hotels near Phrom Phong BTS Station

Phrom Phong is one of the best areas to stay in Bangkok that is often recommended for first-time visitors. It is a convenient area right in the center of Sukhumvit with the BTS Skytrain station that makes getting around the city very easy. Discover the best hotels near Phrom Phong BTS Station below.

Emporium Suites by Chatrium: Located atop the Emporium shopping center and overlooking Benchasiri Park, the hotel offers luxurious accommodation directly connected to the BTS station (use Exit 2).

SkyView Hotel Bangkok: Located on Sukhumvit Soi 24, the hotel offers modern, clean, and comfortable rooms and suites suitable for short- and long-term stays (use Exit 2).

Mercure Bangkok Sukhumvit 24: Situated 300 m from Emporium Shopping Mall, the 4-star hotel offers accommodation with city views and access to a bar and to a garden (use Exit 2).

ibis Bangkok Sukhumvit 24: Occupying lower floors under the Mercure hotel, the 3-star hotel is one of the most affordable accommodation options in the area (use Exit 2).

Hilton Sukhumvit Bangkok: A luxurious hotel offers modern air-conditioned rooms with a bathtub a 1-minute walk from the Em District (use Exit 2).

Hyatt Place Bangkok Sukhumvit: A hotel inspired by 24/7 convenience and the lifestyle of multitasking travelers who desire the up-to-date essentials while incorporating stylish and comfortable experiences (use Exit 2).

Oakwood Residence Sukhumvit 24 Bangkok: A contemporary eight-floor property consisting of 112 modern and stylishly appointed apartments (use Exit 4).

Holiday Inn Bangkok Sukhumvit: A hotel featuring modern rooms with city views just a 5-minute walk from the BTS station (use Exit 6).

Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park: A hotel boasting 1,388 rooms and suites, as well as extensive convention and meeting facilities and an array of diverse dining and recreational facilities (use Exit 6).

Things to Do near Phrom Phong BTS Station

Phrom Phong is one of the best areas to stay for anyone looking for entertainment in the capital city of Thailand, as it is the central area that is bustling with business centers, shopping complexes, numerous dining spots, and unlimited nightlife. Close to the station, you can also find the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Bangkok (use Exit 5).

Explore the list of the best things to do near Phrom Phong BTS Station, including the most popular tourist attractions, shopping venues, dining and nightlife spots, and other activities in the area.

Tourist Attractions near Phrom Phong BTS Station

Benchasiri Park: Known as the “Queen's Park,” as it was built to commemorate the 60th birthday of Queen Sirikit, the park is located near the Emporium shopping center (use Exit 6).

Other popular tourist attractions are one or two BTS stops away from Phrom Phong Station.

Benjakitti Park: The green space next to the Terminal 21 shopping mall, suitable for picnicking, cycling, and jogging around the lake (near Asok Station).

Soi Cowboy: The most famous red light district in Bangkok, which is a small alley packed with bars and clubs (near Asok Station).

Nana Plaza: One of the best-known red light districts in Bangkok, full of adult entertainment (near Nana Station).

The nightlife venues, such as Soi Cowboy, Nana, and rooftop bars, are frequently visited by popular Bangkok nightlife tours similar to this tour to Soi Cowboy, Nana, Soi 11, Rooftops, Clubs & Go-Go’s.

Shopping near Phrom Phong BTS Station

EmQuartier: An upscale shopping mall next to Emporium, joined by a pedestrian bridge. It has a large market and many mid-range stores (use Exit 1).

Emporium: The most luxurious department store in Bangkok with luxury brands and designer stores and fine dining restaurants (use Exit 2).

EmSphere: The third mall in the "EM District" complex (use Exit 6).

K Village: An open-air, dog-friendly mall with brand-name retail stores, eateries, and numerous health & beauty services (use Exit 4).

More shopping venues are just one BTS stop away from Phrom Phong Station.

Terminal 21: A modern shopping mall where each floor has its own theme based on popular countries around the world (near Asok Station).

Dining & Nightlife Venues near Phrom Phong BTS Station

Nimitr Restaurant and Rooftop Bar: Situated on the 27th floor of 137 Pillars Suites & Residences Bangkok in the Phrom Phong area, the rooftop venue offers a dining experience that is as breathtaking as the views.

Vue Bar Rooftop: A chic open-air lounge on the 29th floor of Mercure Bangkok Sukhumvit 24, offering the experience of Bangkok from above.

Sky on 20 Rooftop Bar: A rooftop bar on the 26th floor of Novotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 20, where you can enjoy spectacular views of Bangkok's skyline and high-quality food and drinks.

North Restaurant: A Michelin Guide-recognized dining destination where exceptional cuisine meets a refined atmosphere.

Lamaya Bangkok: The place where modern Middle Eastern flavors come alive in an elegant, contemporary setting.

Mia (One Michelin Star): Known for its innovative blend of European and Asian flavors, the restaurant takes you on a gastronomic journey like no other.

Other Activities near Phrom Phong BTS Station

The area around Phrom Phong BTS Station is home to many famous spa centers, where you can enjoy professional Thai massage and spa treatments. Some of the best spas in the area:

• Dream House Thai Massage at Sukhumvit 20
• Foot Master Spa Sukhumvit 31
• Spring Massage in Sukhumvit 33
• Lek Gold Sukhumvit 24
• Loft Thai Spa & Wellness
• Let's Relax Spa Sukhumvit 31
• Oasis Spa
• Yunomori Spa

Public Transport Connections

In the area around Phrom Phong BTS Station, you can transfer to one of the Bangkok buses passing on Sukhumvit Road.

Public Bus

At the BTS Phrom Phong bus stop near Exit 2, you can board buses going west of the station, such as:

• 2 (3-1) to Memorial Bridge
• 38 (3-8) to Victory Monument
• 40 (4-39) to Sai Tai Mai Bus Terminal
• 48 (3-11) to the Grand Palace
• 71 (1-39) to Khlong Toei
• 98 to Asok
• 501 (1-53) to Old Town
• 511 to Khao San Road and Sai Tai Mai

At the EmQuartier bus stop near Exit 1, you can board buses going east of the station, such as:

• 2 (3-1) to Paknam
• 38 (3-8) to Bangna
• 40 (4-39) to Ekkamai Bus Terminal
• 48 (3-11) to Bangna
• 71 (1-39) to Siam Amazing Park
• 98 to Udomsuk
• 501 (1-53) to Ramkhamhaeng Road
• 511 (3-22E) to Samut Prakan Crocodile Farm

Popular Destinations from Phrom Phong Station

Explore the ways to get from Phrom Phong BTS Station to the most popular Bangkok attractions, such as:

• Grand Palace
• Wat Arun
• ICONSIAM
• Chinatown
• Chatuchak Weekend Market
• Asiatique The Riverfront
• Mahanakhon SkyWalk

Grand Palace

The Grand Palace is an impressive complex of buildings that was an official residence of the Thai kings for 150 years. The complex also houses Wat Phra Kaew, the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, which is regarded as the most important and sacred Buddhist temple in Thailand.

To get from Phrom Phong Station to the Grand Palace, you need to take the Sukhumvit Line to Siam BTS Station. There, you need to transfer to the Silom Line going to Saphan Taksin BTS Station (S6). From the adjacent Sathorn Pier, take a boat to Tha Chang Pier, which is the pier nearest to the entrance of the palace complex.

Another option is taking the Sukhumvit Line to Asok BTS Station (E4) and transferring to the MRT Blue Line at the nearby Sukhumvit MRT Station (BL22). From there, you can take the underground train to Sanam Chai MRT Station (BL31), which is the station about 1 km away from the Grand Palace.

Wat Arun

Wat Arun, known as the Temple of Dawn, is a Buddhist temple situated on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River.

To get from Phrom Phong Station to Wat Arun, you need to take the Sukhumvit Line to Siam BTS Station. There, you need to transfer to the Silom Line going to Saphan Taksin BTS Station (S6). At the nearby Sathorn Pier, you can board the Chao Phraya Tourist Boat or the City Line of Thai Smile Boat to get to Wat Arun Pier.

ICONSIAM

ICONSIAM shopping mall is a famous shopping complex with hundreds of high-end shops and restaurants and even an indoor floating market. It is also a popular spot for boarding Bangkok dinner cruises.

To get from Phrom Phong Station to ICONSIAM, you need to take the Sukhumvit Line to Siam BTS Station. There you need to transfer to the Silom Line going to Krung Thon Buri BTS Station (S7). There you can transfer to the Gold Line and travel for one stop to Charoen Nakhon Station (G2), which is connected to ICONSIAM.

Another option is dropping off at Saphan Taksin BTS Station (S6) and taking the ICONSIAM shuttle boat or one of the public boats to ICONSIAM Pier. Taking the shuttle boat is the cheapest option for getting there, as it's cheaper than the Gold Line train.

Chinatown

Bangkok Chinatown, locally known as Yaowarat, is one of the oldest and most unique cultural areas of the city, full of colorful buildings and decorations as well as Chinese-style attractions, restaurants, and markets.

To get from Phrom Phong Station to Chinatown, you need to take the Sukhumvit Line to Asok BTS Station (E4). There you need to transfer to the MRT Blue Line at the nearby Sukhumvit MRT Station (BL22). From there, you can take the underground train to Wat Mangkon MRT Station (BL29), which is the main station in Chinatown.

Another option is taking the combination of the Sukhumvit and Silom lines to Saphan Taksin BTS Station (S6) and transferring to one of the boats going from Sathorn Pier to Ratchawong Pier.

Chatuchak Weekend Market

Chatuchak Weekend Market is one of the largest weekend markets in the world, containing more than 15,000 stalls selling various goods for local prices. The market is very popular among Thais and tourists, attracting over 200,000 visitors each day on the weekends.

To get from Phrom Phong Station to Chatuchak, you need to take the Sukhumvit Line to Mo Chit BTS Station (N8).

Asiatique The Riverfront

Asiatique The Riverfront Destination, occupying a large complex of old warehouses on the bank of the Chao Phraya River, is the place where you can shop, dine, enjoy the views from Asiatique Sky or SkyFlyers, and visit dinosaurs of Jurassic World, or spend an evening watching the most popular ladyboy show in the city, Calypso Cabaret. It's also a popular spot for boarding Bangkok dinner cruises.

To get from Phrom Phong Station to Asiatique, you need to take the Sukhumvit Line to Siam BTS Station. There, you need to transfer to the Silom Line going to Saphan Taksin BTS Station (S6). At the nearby Sathorn Pier, you can board the free Asiatique shuttle boat (after 16:00), the Chao Phraya Tourist Boat, or the City Line of Thai Smile Boat to Asiatique Pier.

Mahanakhon SkyWalk

Mahanakhon SkyWalk is one of the city’s premium attractions on the very top of King Power Mahanakhon, the second tallest building in Bangkok. The observation deck offers breathtaking panoramic views of the capital city.

To get from Phrom Phong Station to Mahanakhon SkyWalk, you need to take the Sukhumvit Line to Siam BTS Station. There you need to transfer to the Silom Line going to Chong Nonsi BTS Station (S3).