What card do I need for Bangkok MRT?

What card do I need for Bangkok MRT? 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.

How do I get an MRT card?

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 ...

Is MRT or BTS cheaper in Bangkok?

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!

What is difference between BTS and MRT?

The BTS is above ground while the MRT is below ground. They're two separate systems with separate ticketing.

Which is better BTS or MRT?

The two are complimentary systems: the MRT is a subway and the BTS is an elevated train, so none is “better” than the other.

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.

How does MRT card work?

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?

Can you pay MRT with phone?

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?

How do you pay for MRT?

How to use MRT for foreigners?

1. Get a Singapore Tourist Pass (STP), a special EZ-Link stored-value card which will allow you unlimited travel for one, two or three days. The Pass can be bought at the SimplyGo Ticket Office at selected MRT stations listed here. 2.