Bangkok: The Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) is set to implement a “daily pass” scheme for the Purple and Red Line electric trains, aligning with government policy to reduce public expenses. This initiative will see a maximum fare of no more than 40 baht, effective from December 1, 2025, until November 30, 2026.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Kajpajon Udomthampakdee, Governor of the Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand, emphasized MRTA’s commitment to supporting the government’s “reducing people’s expenses” policy. Starting December 1, 2025, the MRT Purple Line, along with the State Railway of Thailand’s Nakhon Withi and Thani Ratthaya (Red) suburban trains, will implement a maximum fare structure. The general public will be charged a maximum of 40 baht per day, while students will benefit from a maximum fare of 30 baht per day using the MANGMOOM EMV card, MRT EMV card, or EMV Contactless card (credit or debit card) during operating hours. Should the total daily fare be lower than the set maximum, the actual fare will be collected. Special groups, including welfare recipients, the disabled, the elderly, and children, will maintain their existing discounts or fare waivers. MANGMOOM EMV cards are available for purchase across all MRT Purple Line and Chaloem Ratchamongkhon Line (MRT Blue Line) stations.
The policy aligns with the Cabinet resolution of November 25, 2025, which approved the electric train fare policy proposed by the Ministry of Transport. MRTA’s efforts are geared towards reducing living costs and facilitating convenient and cost-effective commuting options for the public. Additionally, the initiative aims to influence travel behavior, encouraging a shift from personal vehicle use to public transportation powered by clean energy. This transition is expected to contribute to reducing air pollution and addressing the PM 2.5 dust issue in Bangkok and surrounding areas. For further details, the public is encouraged to visit the MRTA website, the Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand’s Facebook page, or contact the MRTA Call Center.