Additional rail service between Pattaya and Bangkok will begin in March. The air-conditioned train will include stops in Si Racha, North Pattaya, Floating Market, Nong Nooch Tropical Garden, and Wat Yan Sang Wararam, terminating at Phlu Ta Luang. The journey will take about 2.5 hours, one hour less than the existing train.
During a six-month trial period to explore demand for the service, the train will operate twice daily on Saturdays and Sundays. The timetable caters to travelers planning weekend getaways. The fare has not been fixed.