The other modern piece of transportation that benefits travellers in Bangkok is the MRT. Again, it is clean, cheap and convenient. I use it in conjunction with the BTS. When I travel to Chatuchak Market I no longer take the BTS to Mo Chit as it can be a long hot walk amongst hundreds of people. I take the MRT to Kamphaeng Phet and I am smack bang in my favourite part of the market with access to toilets, food and the beginning of my journey of discovery - whether revisiting favoured shops or finding new stalls. On the other side is Hua Lamphong. The main railway station - where other journeys begin or access to the Golden Buddha and Chinatown. In between you have Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre - do not overlook this station. Often advertised in the Bangkok Post and on their website are the many conventions that are open to the public - from Travel to Electronics and Shoes a focus on Issan. The food hall is not back either and works by purchasing coupons.
There are many options when buying tickets.
1. Single Journey Token
• Adult Token - Issued from both Ticket Vending Machine and Ticket Office
• Child / Elder Token - Only issued at Ticket Office
2. Stored Value Card - a smart card which can be stored and topped up value for multiple rides
3. Period Pass - a smart card which can be used for multiple rides in limited day period
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