Take the train to Phayao.

A review of a suicidal journey, a review of the path back to one's hometown. If anyone can follow, follow me. If there are creditors following, they will definitely be caught. 555555

We are from the countryside, specifically from the northern province of Phayao. Our village lacks access to both railways and paved roads. While our homes on the mountain may not have bright lights or cityscapes, we do have access to television and running water.

Many provinces in Thailand lack railway access. If you wish to travel to such provinces by train, be prepared for an epic journey involving multiple transfers, potentially adding hours to your travel time. For instance, a typical bus journey home might take five hours.

Every province can be reached by train. Public transportation connects all provinces. It's not difficult to travel to each province by train, but it requires more detailed planning and effort than usual. I've been to Ranong, Mae Hong Son, and Nan, which don't have train lines, but I still managed to get there. Now, let's look at how to connect transportation in my hometown, Phayao.

Many people have already reviewed the new train extensively. We will not focus on the details, as everyone can contact the 1690 Call Center of the State Railway of Thailand for complete information. Instead, we will discuss the broader impact of the new train's introduction. We will provide a review of the journey under the images.

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To ensure a smooth journey, passengers are advised to arrive at the station at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Trains depart promptly, and missing the train due to late arrival is not uncommon.

In the late afternoon, before boarding the train, if you have time to spare, take some photos. This is Bangkok Station. You can sit and have coffee, buy snacks and drinks to take on board.

The closest provinces to Phayao with railway access are Lampang and Lamphun. However, as the train arrives in Lamphun in the early morning, the small station only has a few motorcycle taxis available. Lampang, on the other hand, has numerous songthaews (shared taxis) that connect to the city center. Therefore, we opted to disembark in Lampang. The ticket price was 844 baht, which was before the recent price increase. For the current price, please contact 1690. The staff was helpful during the purchase process, advising solo female travelers to utilize the Ladies & Children Car.

Traveling with the 9 Utarawithi train from Bangkok to Chiang Mai, but we will get off at Lamphang Province. The arrival time is around 5:00 AM. We have allowed some buffer time, so even if the train is delayed, we will still arrive in the morning.

If you are unsure which train to take, you can ask the staff members who are readily available at the station.

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The new trains are particularly popular with foreign tourists due to the convenient provision of information in both Thai and English.

Red Chair in the White Room (a play on the title of the novel Dream of the Red Chamber, which has never been seen).

Clean and comfortable to the eyes, perfect for a long and deep sleep.

Free drinking water provided by officials, no purchase necessary.

The fare on the first floor has also increased accordingly. Many people complain that it is expensive, but the tickets are always full.

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We just walked around and played with the touch-sensitive door all the time. We were bored and just looking for something to play with.

This is the women's restroom.

The bathroom is clean, but it has no windows. The air is stagnant, and the flush is incredibly powerful.

The water is undrinkable. It's undrinkable, no whining. / High-pitched voice
Or drink it if you want! / High-pitched voice

Instructions for use and precautions are included with almost every device.

Photo taken at Bangkok Station

For those who have a long journey to distant provinces, you can bring your computer to work. You can get a lot of work done.
As for me, I opened my computer and fell asleep right away.

We rarely pay attention to the station announcements. Instead, we listen to music, play on our phones, check Google Maps, or rely on our memory if we frequently travel the same route.

The journey began at night, and as darkness enveloped the surroundings, the scenery gradually faded from view. By nine or ten o'clock, the beds were made, and it was time to rest.

While there are beds available, most people are hungry rather than tired. By evening, the food pantry is already filling up, even though it's a weekday.

The pantry is especially crowded with people. If you want to sit quietly and relax, come closer to closing time around 11 pm. I don't remember the prices exactly, but I think a strawberry smoothie is 50-60 baht and shrimp dumplings are 45-50 baht. I ate it and forgot, and I also took a dump.

Full stomach, warm bed, ready to sleep, microwave works well.

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There is a lot of food available, but it can run out quickly. You can actually bring your own food from outside, just in case. On busy days, the food supply may run out. One advantage of traveling by train is that you can bring your own food and drinks, but you have to eat them in your seat.

The food prices are not too expensive, some items are slightly more expensive than outside. After purchasing, you can sit and eat while enjoying the Wi-Fi. However, Wi-Fi availability depends on the location. As the train travels through forests and mountains, the signal may be weak, similar to mobile phone reception.

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Books and work are permitted on board. The train is exceptionally quiet, to the point where station announcements are barely audible. This makes it an ideal choice for passengers seeking a peaceful and relaxing train journey.

The room has curtains for privacy, but it's not completely dark. It seems like most people aren't sleeping anyway. Some are even in the pantry, haha. I guess there are more hungry people than sleepy ones.

2017, the year of the auspicious direction.

Dress comfortably and be prepared for action.
Don't wear pajamas that you can't sleep in to seduce anyone.
They won't be interested in you anyway.

Arrived in Lampang just before 5 am.

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I arrived in Lampang feeling groggy because I hadn't slept much. I don't usually sleep much at night, so I didn't sleep at all on the sleeper train. Confused? My friend said I'm immortal, I'm the guy who doesn't sleep. Well... then why did I take the sleeper train?

They might say you haven't truly arrived in Lampang.

This review is being published during the mourning period.

It has been a long time since I last bought a ticket in Lampang.

I have arrived in Lampang. I am more excited than when I took the train here because this is the first time I have taken a train to connect to a bus back home in the provinces. Where should I go next? (Making a teasing sound like I don't know)

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Just watching. On the way back, I won't be going this way. I'll take the tour bus back.

Green and yellow shared taxis, identical to Bangkok's taxis, wait in line at the train station. Choose any one, they all go to Lampang Bus Terminal for 30 baht. It's a quick ride. Many people, including those who just got off the train, share the ride, so there's no need to rent the whole taxi.

The chairs were completely full of people sleeping, they must be waiting for the first bus. We also have to wait, as the first bus to Phayao leaves at 7 am. We arrived a little early.

Translation:

The train journey to Lamphang was followed by a wait for the first bus to Phayao at 7:00 AM. We were laden with luggage and found a spot to wait. Seeing a portrait of King Rama IX, we stood to pay our respects. However, just two steps away, an elderly woman walked over and sat down where we had been standing. She took off her shoes and knelt down to bow slowly before the portrait. We felt ashamed, as the floor seemed very dirty. It looked clean in the picture, but it wasn't. It was covered in dust. We admired her sincere heart, doing it so innocently without a second thought about the state of the floor. She didn't brush it off or worry about getting her clothes dirty. She bowed and prayed for a long time, as if she were worshipping a deity.

Yes, he is paying respect to the Buddha. Because the King is the Buddha in the home, in the hearts of Thai people forever.

Location: Lampang Bus Terminal

The Green Bus from Lampang that we were going to take departed at 7:00 AM. We had to wait for a while, and while waiting, we read the sign. We were surprised to see that the bus also went south. It would be a long journey, but if we took the bus south, it would be a new and exciting experience.

Only 87 baht! Enjoy a comfortable ride on the Green Bus for 2-3 hours to Phayao.
Please note that when purchasing tickets, you will need to provide your full name and ID number.

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A timetable is provided for your convenience, and it is readily available when purchasing tickets. If you wish to visit nearby provinces that are connected, you can board the train at Lampang.

This is what it looks like. Park in Phayao first and then continue to Chiang Rai. It should run towards Chiang Kham.

Our small backpack can be placed on the car, no need to put it under.

The seats are good and relatively clean.

We slept comfortably. I fell asleep 10 minutes after leaving Lamphang. It was a long sleep, the air conditioning was cold. We went during the rainy season, and it was raining.

There are two types of buses: air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned (fan). I'm not sure about the price, but it's definitely cheaper.

The Green Bus took us on a journey down an unknown road, as we were fast asleep! We had planned to admire the beautiful scenery, the lush green grass and leaves, but we fell into a deep and prolonged slumber. The air inside the bus was pleasant and refreshingly cool, while a gentle drizzle fell outside.

My mind raced with the thought, "Did I just accidentally take a bus to Chiang Rai?" I felt like I had slept through an entire lifetime. I quickly checked Google Maps and realized I was still in Phayao.

Upon reaching Phayao University, one can be assured of a smooth journey, as the route has been traversed countless times over the years, even before the university's establishment.

The bus, Noi Kloy Jai, travels from Phayao to Dok Kham Tai, Jun, and Chiang Kham. It runs slower than the Green Bus we took from Lampang. We got off at Dok Kham Tai district this time. We took a photo to show that the bus passes through Dok Kham Tai district where we are staying, but it is still not close enough to our village. After getting off at the district, we need to find a songthaew to take us to the village. For those who are only traveling to Dok Kham Tai district, you can take this bus. There are no signs, so tell the driver where you want to get off. Don't admire the view or fall asleep, or you might end up in another district.

This bus will take you back to Phahonyothin Road heading towards Bangkok. It will follow the same route as the Green Bus we took to get here, passing by Mae Ka and Mae Taem Subdistricts, and dropping you off near Phayao University.

To reach our village, Ban Tham Subdistrict, the small "Kloy Jai" bus is insufficient. It only goes as far as the district center. Therefore, we prefer to take the local songthaew. While it may seem far for others, we are accustomed to walking. We walk into the Phayao city market to find the songthaew stand for Ban Tham and Ban Pin, located opposite Dr. Pich's clinic (which has been there since our childhood). Alternatively, for non-locals, motorbike taxis are available at the bus station to take you to the songthaew stand.

We reside in Ban Tham Subdistrict. If you take the yellow songthaew from Phayao to Ban Tham, you can ask the driver to turn into the alley. However, our house is located right on the main road, so we often prefer to take the songthaew from Phayao to Ban Pin (Ban Pin is a subdistrict located about 2-3 km further than ours). The bus passes by our house, so we prefer to take this one, and it is much newer. The fare is 40 baht, and it takes us directly to our house, which is over 20 kilometers away.

Phayao Lake, a source of life
Sacred Lord Buddha statue
Worshiping King Ngam Mueang
The renowned beauty of Doi Busarakham

This is a slogan that has been recited since childhood.
The songthaew leaves the parking lot and runs on the main road, passing this sign.

Running through Mae Taem intersection (Mae Taem sub-district), you will enter the rice fields. It will be rice fields first, and then enter the Mueang Dok Kham Tai district again. From Phayao city to Mueang Dok Kham Tai district, it is another ten kilometers.

Upon reaching Dok Kham Tai district office, there will be a three-way intersection. Turn right onto the road next to the Dok Kham Tai district office. Continue straight ahead, following the mandatory path for 13 km to reach Ban Tham sub-district.

If you go during the rainy season and it has just rained, you will see fog on the mountains like this. However, our house is not on a mountain.

The teak tree I saw as a child has died and been replaced with a new one, which has grown to this size. I haven't been home in a long time, and it's grown so quickly that it's now taller than me.

How is the weather? Is it nice at the entrance to our village?

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"I happened to see the village car, so I took the Phayao-Ban Tham bus."

Lined with teak trees, our home is truly beautiful.

Translation:

Upon seeing the Doi Phu Nang National Park sign, turn right at the large intersection. Continue for approximately 1 kilometer to reach our house. I can't tell you which one it is, haha.

The park is approximately 20 kilometers from our current location. This route leads to Chiang Muan District, where Doi Phu Nang National Park is situated.

Throughout my life, I only started taking real train journeys when I was in my thirties. This was due to the limited opportunities I had to ride trains, as my hometown lacked a railway system.

I'll tell Mom I'm taking the train home. Don't worry. As soon as I talk to Mom on the train, the first sentence she talks to us is, "Are you really on the train? I can't hear anything. Is the train really chugging?" That's all. In my head, I'm thinking all sorts of things. What's missing from the new train might be the charm of the chugging sound that we should hear all the time, that everyone used to know, or even people who have never been on a train like my mom have seen on TV that trains must have a chugging sound.

The new train is excellent in every way, including safety, timeliness, and the ability to rest comfortably in a clean sleeper car with a clean bathroom. However, many people complain about the price, which is quite high and not suitable for the cost of living in Thailand. Some even say that traveling on a low-cost airline is cheaper, as they can easily get zero-baht tickets. We won't argue with that.

For those who truly enjoy train travel, we highly recommend trying it out. However, frequent or constant use is not necessary. For those who find the cost prohibitive, there is no need to force it. Other travel options are available at more affordable prices.

The public perception of Thai trains is not very positive. Therefore, it is difficult to convince people to pay this price for a train ride. For those who cannot afford to pay this price every time (and for those who can afford it, there is no need to criticize their preference), we recommend trying other classes and types of trains first. We believe that simply choosing to travel by train, regardless of the type, is a significant step towards accepting Thai trains. After that, you can gradually upgrade to higher classes. We don't want people to be excited only about the new trains, as other types of trains also have their own charm.

Like our mother said, the train must go "choo choo". Why is it so quiet? This is something to think about. We still feel that, yes, it's quiet. Is it comfortable, or is it not suitable for us? We may like to ride the train because of the "choo choo" sound that we hear throughout the journey. Because when the train is running, we will fall asleep from the lullaby sound. But when the train stops, we will wake up.

This marks a significant development in Thai railway transportation. If you have the opportunity, we highly recommend experiencing it firsthand.

They often sat in the third-class carriage, where they would see many people, such as grandparents, villagers, and young children. They would cling to the window as a new train passed by, wondering, "Will we ever have the chance to ride on a new train in this lifetime?"

While new tracks and trains are being built, it is important not to forget the old trains. We hope that the old trains will be improved, for example, in terms of cleanliness and the quality of life for those who still choose to travel by train. Many of these trains are still affordable for most people and are associated with many things that still retain the charm of being Thai.