All systems go: Bangkok’s newest monorail line has a date for its long-awaited trial run.
Preparations are underway and safety inspections are being carried out at the MRT Pink Line this week before it’s ready to take passengers on its trial run this coming Tuesday (Nov. 21), according to the transport ministry.
Passengers can ride the new monorail for free during this trial before it officially launches. The new monorail line, which runs from Khae Rai to Min Buri, is expected to be fully operable starting Dec. 18 with passenger fares ranging from THB15 – THB45.
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin will also be on site during the trial run.
The transport ministry states that overall progress of the project is currently at 99 percent completion, with ongoing construction work on access ramps at three stations: Chatuchak 14, Government Center for Reform and…
