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Located on the bank of the Chao Phraya River, ICONSIAM is one of the most luxurious shopping malls in Bangkok, which is also a popular tourist destination in the Thai capital. Taking a boat to ICONSIAM is a popular way to get there. Discover ICONSIAM shuttle boat, hotel boat, and public boat services.

Boat to ICONSIAM: Shuttle Boat, Hotel & Public Boats

ICONSIAM Shuttle Boat Service

Previously, ICONSIAM was providing a free shuttle boat service from ICONSIAM pier to Sathorn pier and from ICONSIAM pier to Si Phraya pier. However, starting from 1 May 2023, the free shuttle boat service is not available, and now there are private boat companies managing and providing shuttle boat services for a fee.

Shuttle Boat to ICONSIAM from Si Phraya Pier

The shuttle boat connects ICONSIAM Pier 4 with Si Phraya Pier, located on Captain Bush Alley, next to the Royal Orchid Sheraton Riverside Hotel Bangkok. On the way, the shuttle boat also makes a stop at CAT Tower Pier (NT Building). This shuttle bus route is serviced and managed by Thai Smile Boat.

Shuttle Boat Timetable

The shuttle boat is operating from 09:00 to 23:00.

Shuttle Boat Ticket Price

A single journey trip on the shuttle boat costs 6 THB per person.

Shuttle Boat to ICONSIAM from Si Phraya Pier

Shuttle Boat to ICONSIAM from Sathorn Pier

The shuttle boat connects ICONSIAM Pier 1 with Sathorn Pier (Central Pier), which is the main public transportation hub on the Chao Phraya River. Sathorn Pier is located next to BTS Saphan Taksin Station and therefore is easily reachable by BTS SkyTrain from different parts of the city. This ICONSIAM shuttle bus is serviced and managed by Supatra Boat.

Shuttle Boat Timetable

The shuttle boat is operating from 09:00 to 23:00, with a boat normally leaving every 15-20 minutes.

Shuttle Boat Ticket Price

A single journey trip on the shuttle boat costs 8 THB per person.

Shuttle Boat to ICONSIAM from Sathorn Pier

At ICONSIAM, you need to buy a shuttle boat ticket at the “Boat Ticket Service” booth, which is located near Pier 1.

“Boat Ticket Service” booth

Hotel Shuttle Boat to ICONSIAM

Bangkok Riverside is one of the best areas to stay in the city for travelers, as there are a number of nice hotels right on the Chao Phraya River. The best ones are listed here: Hotels near Chao Phraya River.

Many riverside hotels are offering a free shuttle boat service for their guests, and ICONSIAM is one of the most common destinations that can be reached by the hotel shuttle boats.

Hotels that are offering the service of shuttle boat to ICONSIAM are listed below.

The Siam Hotel - a stunning, luxury hotel, replete with exquisite art & antiques and set amidst 3 acres of lush gardens on the Chao Phraya River, adjoining Bangkok’s must-see historical and cultural attractions.

The Siam Hotel

Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel - an elegant 5-star hotel offering the finest contemporary Thai-style decoration with floor-to-ceiling windows in all guest rooms, showcasing unobstructed river views.

The Peninsula Bangkok - a truly distinct urban resort with rooms that offer breathtaking views of the Chao Phraya River and the city beyond.

The Peninsula Bangkok Shuttle Boat

Mandarin Oriental Hotel – a truly remarkable hotel, maintaining classic, Thai-influenced elegance and unique resort style for more than 147 years.

Shangri-La Bangkok - an enchanting riverside retreat with direct access to the SkyTrain, ferries, and buses.

Shangri-La Bangkok

Chatrium Hotel Riverside Bangkok - a 5-star hotel by the Chao Phraya River.

The Salil Hotel Riverside – Bangkok – a luxurious hotel, set alongside the majestic Chao Phraya River in the heart of downtown.

Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River - a riverside urban resort in the heart of Bangkok, where you can take in sweeping river views from the hotel’s outdoor lap and infinity pools, savor inventive cuisine in the collection of restaurants, find solace in one of the green courtyards, or simply relax in one of the hotel’s 299 guest rooms.

Capella Bangkok – a riverside hotel mingling the effortless class of a grande dame with the intimacy and personality of a boutique.

Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River

For the current shuttle boat schedule, check at the hotel.

Public Boat to ICONSIAM

Several Bangkok public boat routes also make a stop at ICONSIAM Pier. These routes are useful if you are looking to travel between ICONSIAM and more distant destinations, such as Chinatown, Asiatique, Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, or Khao San Road.

Public Boat to ICONSIAM

Blue Flag Boat

Blue Flag Boat, also known as Chao Phraya Tourist Boat, is the most convenient option, as this boat route connects ICONSIAM with all the main tourist attractions along the river. This public boat service is running from Phra Arthit Pier to Sathorn Pier, while during late afternoon hours (15:30–18:30), the route is extended all the way to Asiatique The Riverfront.

Chao Phraya Tourist Boat fare is 150 Baht (discounted from normal 225 Baht) for a one-day pass (cheaper tickets can be purchased online here: Chao Phraya Tourist Boat tickets). It is also possible to buy a ticket for a single trip on this boat that costs 40 Baht (discounted from normal 45 Baht).

Orange Flag Boat

The Orange Flag of Chao Phraya Express Boat is the most frequent Bangkok riverboat service, running all the way from Nonthaburi Pier to Wat Rajsingkorn Pier. While the updated route of the Orange Flag boat includes a stop at ICONSIAM Pier, sometimes this stop gets suspended, and the boat drops passengers on another side of the river, where the ICONSIAM shuttle bus can be boarded.

The Orange Flag boat fare is 16 THB for a single trip.

After the latest update, starting from 16 January 2025, during the daytime (between 10:00 and 15:00), the Yellow Flag boats are operating instead of the Orange Flag.

The Yellow Flag boat fare is 21 THB for a single trip.

Thai Smile Boat

The City Line of Thai Smile Boat connects Sathorn Pier with Phra Pinklao Bridge Pier and makes a stop at ICONSIAM Pier on the way. The electric boats on this route run from 08:30 to 18:00.

The Thai Smile Boat fare is 30 THB for a single trip.

Tips

If you would like to avoid traveling by boat to ICONSIAM, you can take the BTS to Krung Thonburi Station and then transfer to the Gold Line Train, which takes you to the station right next to the shopping mall.

The Bangkok hop-on hop-off bus also passes by ICONSIAM.

ICONSIAM Pier is a popular Bangkok river cruise departure point, where you can board the following Chao Phraya River dinner cruises:

Chao Phraya Princess Cruise

White Orchid River Cruise

The Opulence

The Luxury White Dinner Cruise

Smile Riverside Dinner Cruise

Unicorn Dinner Cruise

Meridian Cruise

Alangka Cruise

Saffron Cruise

Grand Pearl Dinner Cruise

 

Before getting to ICONSIAM, get familiar with exclusive dining packages that combine value with exceptional quality and are specially designed to let you savor the best that ICONSIAM food venues have to offer.

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