Chao Phraya Boats: Express Flags, Fares and Tourist Boat
The yellow midday boat runs every day, while the orange, yellow, green-yellow and red express flags run Monday to Friday. Express fares run from THB 19 on the orange flag to THB 36 on the longest green-yellow trip. The blue tourist boat costs THB 40 single or THB 150 all day.
On this page
Chao Phraya express boat flags, days and fares
The Chao Phraya express boat schedule runs from 6 October 2026. The yellow midday boat runs every day, and the other four flags run Monday to Friday.
| Flag | Route | Days | Fare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orange | Nonthaburi to Rajsingkorn | Monday to Friday | THB 19 flat |
| Yellow | Nonthaburi to Sathorn | Monday to Friday | THB 24 flat |
| Green-yellow | Pak Kret to Sathorn | Monday to Friday | THB 17 to 36 |
| Red (Riva Express) | Nonthaburi to Sathorn | Monday to Friday | THB 33 flat |
| Yellow midday | Nonthaburi to Wat Rajsingkorn | Every day | not on the fare list |
The boats operate Monday to Sunday and on public holidays. In the timetable, only the yellow midday rows carry Saturday and Sunday.
Green-yellow fares by section
On the green-yellow line, Pak Kret to Nonthaburi costs THB 17, Nonthaburi to Sathorn THB 24 and Pak Kret to Sathorn THB 36.
The red Riva Express
The red line is the Riva Express, an air-conditioned catamaran boat. It costs a flat THB 33 against a normal price of THB 50.
What is not running
A regular line is temporarily suspended. Oriental Pier (N1) is closed for renovation.
First and last express boats
The table gives the first and last boats on each flag, from the operator’s timetable.
| Boat and day | Direction | First to last |
|---|---|---|
| Orange, morning, Monday to Friday | Nonthaburi to Wat Rajsingkorn | 06:00 to 07:45 |
| Orange, evening, Monday to Friday | Nonthaburi to Wat Rajsingkorn | 16:00 to 18:05 |
| Orange, morning, Monday to Friday | Wat Rajsingkorn to Nonthaburi | 06:15 to 07:40 |
| Orange, evening, Monday to Friday | Wat Rajsingkorn to Nonthaburi | 15:40 to 18:05 |
| Yellow midday, Monday to Friday | Nonthaburi to Wat Rajsingkorn | 08:15 to 15:40 |
| Yellow midday, Saturday | Nonthaburi to Wat Rajsingkorn | 07:30 to 17:00 |
| Yellow midday, Sunday | Nonthaburi to Wat Rajsingkorn | 08:40 to 17:00 |
| Yellow midday, Monday to Friday | Wat Rajsingkorn to Nonthaburi | 08:10 to 15:20 |
| Yellow midday, Saturday | Wat Rajsingkorn to Nonthaburi | 08:40 to 17:45 |
| Yellow midday, Sunday | Wat Rajsingkorn to Nonthaburi | 09:40 to 17:45 |
Yellow, red and green-yellow peak boats
The yellow flag runs from Nonthaburi to Sathorn on Monday to Friday mornings from 06:00 to 08:05. It returns from Sathorn from 17:15 to 19:05.
The red flag runs Nonthaburi to Sathorn at 06:50, 07:10, 07:25 and 07:40, with no evening service from Sathorn.
The green-yellow flag runs from Pak Kret to Sathorn from 06:00 to 07:50 on Monday to Friday mornings. It returns from Sathorn from 16:00 to 17:45.
Chao Phraya tourist boat: THB 40 or THB 150
A single tourist boat journey costs THB 40 and the all-day River Pass costs THB 150. Boats depart every 30 minutes.
From Phra Arthit to Sathorn the boat runs from 08:30 to 19:00. From Sathorn to Phra Arthit it runs from 09:00 to 19:45.
Piers and times
The boat calls at Phra Arthit, Prannok, Tha Maharaj, Tha Chang, Wat Arun, Rajinee, Ratchawong, ICONSIAM, Sathorn and, from midday, Asiatique. Asiatique times start at 12:10.
Tickets and the boat
The operator sells tickets through an electronic ticket system in partnership with Rabbit. Toilets are on board.
Pier names are announced in Thai and English. Pass ticket buyers get a free guidebook.
Arrive at the pier at least 5 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Schedules may change without advance notice.
Which pier for the sights
An express boat to Tha Tien (N8) is described as one of the most popular ways to reach the Grand Palace. See Grand Palace tickets and dress code for the palace.
From Tha Tien, turn right and walk about 10 minutes to Wat Pho. See Wat Pho tickets and hours for its ticket.
On the express route map, Tha Tien is pier N8 and Phra Arthit is pier N13. Both have stops on the orange and yellow midday lines only.
What the tourist boat map marks
The tourist boat map marks Khao San Road at Phra Arthit, the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew at Tha Chang, and Wat Pho. It also marks the flower market near Rajinee, Chinatown at Ratchawong and Siriraj Hospital at Prannok.
Sathorn is the pier by BTS Saphan Taksin (S6). Phra Arthit is the other end of the tourist boat line.
From the BTS or MRT
Leave BTS Saphan Taksin Station by Exit 2 and walk to Sathorn Pier, then take the orange-flag boat to Tha Chang (N9). Leave MRT Sanam Chai Station by Exit 1 for the ferry from Tha Tien.
On the express map Rajinee is pier N7 and Ratchawong is pier N5. See BTS and MRT fares for the rail legs.
Wat Arun and the Tha Tien change
Since 5 April 2024 the orange-flag and gold-flag express boats stop at Tha Tien instead of Wat Arun pier.
Take the ferry from Tha Tien pier to reach the temple. The tourist boat has a Wat Arun stop. See Wat Arun tickets and hours for the ticket and dress code.
Before you go
- Weekend: only the yellow midday boat runs on Saturday and Sunday.
- Weekday peaks: orange, yellow, red and green-yellow run in the morning and evening.
- Tourist boat: THB 40 single, THB 150 all day.
- Timing: arrive at the tourist boat pier at least 5 minutes early.
- Closed pier: Oriental Pier (N1) is closed for renovation.
- Changes: tourist boat schedules may change without notice.
Not confirmed: Yellow midday fare: the operator's fare list does not include it. Express boat payment: no payment method is stated. Cross-river ferry: no official fare was found.
Common questions
Which Chao Phraya express boats run on Saturday and Sunday?
The yellow midday boat runs every day between Nonthaburi and Wat Rajsingkorn. The orange, yellow, green-yellow and red flags are marked Monday to Friday.
How much is the orange flag boat?
The orange line from Nonthaburi to Rajsingkorn costs a flat THB 19.
How much is the Chao Phraya tourist boat?
A single tourist boat journey costs THB 40 and the all-day River Pass costs THB 150.
What time does the tourist boat start and stop?
From Phra Arthit to Sathorn it runs from 08:30 to 19:00, and from Sathorn to Phra Arthit from 09:00 to 19:45. Boats depart every 30 minutes.
Which pier is best for the Grand Palace and Wat Pho?
An express boat to Tha Tien (N8) is described as one of the most popular ways to reach the Grand Palace. From Tha Tien, turn right and walk about 10 minutes to Wat Pho.
Does the express boat still stop at Wat Arun pier?
No: since 5 April 2024 the orange-flag and gold-flag express boats stop at Tha Tien instead of Wat Arun pier. The tourist boat has a Wat Arun stop.
How do you get from BTS Saphan Taksin to the boats?
Leave BTS Saphan Taksin Station by Exit 2 and walk to the Chao Phraya River, where Sathorn Pier lies under the bridge.
What is the red flag boat?
The red line is the Riva Express, an air-conditioned catamaran boat. It runs Nonthaburi to Sathorn on Monday to Friday at THB 33.
How early should you be at the tourist boat pier?
Arrive at the pier at least 5 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
Read next
Prices, timetables and opening hours change; check with the operator before you travel. See how guides are checked.
Spotted an error? Report it.