AboutChao Phraya Express Boat Chao Phraya Express Boat Co, Ltd. has been established in 1971 by Khunying Supatra Singholaka. The company provided the river transportation services on the Chao Phraya River, Bangkok, Thailand. Over the past 50 years, Chao Phraya Express Boat has played an important role in waterway transportation in Bangkok and the surrounding areas. Launching in 2020, the 4 new air-conditioned catamaran boats are running between Nonthaburi and Sathorn mainly connects to the rail systems such as BTS and MRT.  Opening Hours BOAT STOPS AND PIERSAll piers (tha) along the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok are clearly marked in English as well as Thai. The Central Pier is called Tha Sathorn and is conveniently located close to the Saphan Taksin skytrain station. Piers to the north of Central Pier are marked ‘N’ followed by a number and piers to the south of Central Pier are marked ‘S’ followed by a number. The most popular tourist attractions and sights are located between Central Pier and stop number N13 to the north. The ride from Central Pier to N13 (Tha Phra Arthit/Banglamphu) takes approximately 30 minutes.
EXPRESS BOAT SERVICESThe main express boat (reua duan) passenger services in Bangkok are operated by the Chao Phraya Express Boat company. They have a number of different types of boats which are differentiated by the colour of the flags they fly. They also run a very useful tourist boat service which is ideal for first time visitors to Bangkok and gives you a chance to acquaint yourself with the river stops before trying out the other local boat services. Tickets for the tourist boat can be purchased at the Central Pier or Phra Arthit Pier (Banglamphu) N13. They can also be bought at Saphan Taksin and Siam (interchange) Skytrain stations. Tickets for the other river passenger services can be purchased on the boat itself. Boat Routes (click on image for full-size) When you get on the boat, move towards the front. The rear of the boat is where people stand to indicate they want to get off at the next stop. Please note the boat will only stop at the pier if there are passengers who want to get on or off so be ready to stand up and get to the back of the boat as your stop approaches. Please also note that not all services stop at every pier (check the route map on the right). It’s also a good idea to keep some small change handy to pay for your ticket and if you have the exact fare ready it helps the boat conductor. CHAO PHRAYA TOURIST BOATThe tourist boat service is more expensive than the other boats, but it is less crowded so you should have no problems getting a seat and there is also an on-board commentary in English to point out landmarks and points of interest. A one-day unlimited ticket is available for 150 Baht and includes a handy map of the river and the various boat stops. Tickets for the tourist boat service can be bought at Central Pier (Tha Sathorn), pier N13 (Tha Phra Arthit/Banglamphu) or the skytrain stations at Saphan Taksin or Siam.
ORANGE FLAG BOATSFare: 15 Baht (pay on boat) LOCAL OR STANDARD BOATS (NO FLAG)Fare: 10/12/14 Baht (pay on boat – charged according to distance of travel) GREEN FLAG BOATSFare: 13/20/32 Baht (pay on boat – charged according to distance of travel) YELLOW FLAG BOATSFare: 20/29 Baht (pay on boat – charged according to distance of travel) HOTEL SHUTTLE BOATSThese boats shuttle across the river between the major riverside hotels including The Oriental, The Peninsula and the Bangkok Marriott & Spa. Most boats run to and from the Central Pier (Tha Sathorn). CROSS RIVER FERRIESThese small ferries are available at most piers for crossings to the opposite river bank. There is limited seating on these boats so expect to stand for the short journey across the river.
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