A1 Bus Bangkok is a shuttle bus service, connecting Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) with Bangkok City. Don Muang Airport Bus A1 is running from DMK Airport to Mochit Bus Station and making a stop at BTS Mo Chit Station and MRT Chatuchak Park Station, conveniently helping to reach Bangkok city center and other main areas of Thai capital.
Taking A1 Bus from Don Muang Airport to the city is a good choice for travelers because the shuttle bus service is very convenient, not expensive and quite fast, as Bangkok A1 Bus route is direct and uses express way so it stops at few bus stops in Chatuchak area only before reaching the final destination.
Don Muang Airport A1 Bus
All buses running on Don Muang A1 Bus route are new blue air-conditioned buses.
Bangkok A1 Bus Fare
Current Bangkok A1 Bus fare is 30 THB per person.
The ticket can be bought on board. The bus fare can be paid in cash or by Visa / Mastercard as the new payment method was recently implemented.
To simplify things for traveling on Bangkok public transportation such as BTS SkyTrain and MRT Yellow or Pink Line, consider getting Bangkok Rabbit Card as with it you won't need to queue up and buy separate tickets for each ride. Even if this card can't be used on Don Mueang Airport bus, it's still worth it in most cases as BTS lines are used most frequently for exploring the city.
Bangkok A1 Bus Timetable
Bangkok A1 Bus service operates daily, from 6:00 to 24:00 (timetable changed recently to start 15 minutes earlier).
The expected frequency of A1 Bus: every 15 minutes 5 minutes.
Pay attention that A1 bus departures from 21:00 are less frequent than at the daytime. According to this timetable found at the airport, bus A1 schedule after 21:00 is the following: 21:25, 21:45, 22:30, 23:00, 23:30, 24:00 (last bus).
The journey on this Don Muang Airport bus route usually takes about 30 minutes, unless traffic conditions are really harsh.
Bangkok A1 Bus Route
A1 Bus runs from Don Muang Airport to BTS Mo Chit station. A1 Bus route is direct and uses express way so it stops at few bus stops only before reaching the final destination.
Bus Stop at Don Muang Airport
All Don Muang Airport buses park on the first floor of Terminal 1 (Exit No. 6).
Main Stops on A1 Bus Route
Central Lad Phrao Mall
BTS SkyTrain Mo Chit Station & MRT Metro Chatuchak Park Station (close to Chatuchak Weekend Market)
Bangkok Northern Bus Terminal (also known as Mochit Bus Station)
Mochit New Van Terminal (Minibus Station Chatuchak)
A1 Bus Route Map
Full list of bus stops on Don Muang Airport shuttle bus A1 route with exact locations can be found on the A1 Bus route map below. "Inbound" bus stops are used when traveling on A1 Bus from Don Muang Airport to Bangkok, "Outbound" bus stops are used when taking A1 Bus to Don Muang Airport from the city.
Tips on Taking A1 Bus
A1 Bus passes BTS Mo Chit Station and MRT Chatuchak Park Station. This place is roughly on the mid-way between Don Muang Airport and the center of Bangkok City. Stopping here and changing to the BTS or MRT is a good way to avoid the horrendous traffic of Thai capital.
Boarding on A1 Bus at Don Muang Airport might be not convenient for passengers with children and big luggage as the luggage space inside buses is limited. The buses on A1 route also tend to get crowded during rush hour so you might need to stand all the way to your destination. The journey can take more than 30 minutes, as the length of it depends on the time of the day and traffic conditions.
A1 Bus is the most frequent Don Muang Airport shuttle bus route, so you can wait for the next bus to get a seat.
A2 Bus also passes BTS Mo Chit and MRT Chatuchak Park station so you can choose this bus route instead. Just make sure to drop off at the right bus stop as A2 Bus route continues further to Victory Monument.
Another alternative to A1 Bus is the recently opened SRT Red Line commuter train that lets to reach MRT network from Don Muang Airport a bit faster.
Detailed information about taking A1 Bus from BTS Mo Chit Station and MRT Chatuchak Park Station to Don Mueang Airport can be found here: Bangkok A1/A2 bus from MRT/BTS to Don Mueang Airport.
Other Don Muang Airport Bus Routes
There are 3 more shuttle bus routes starting at Don Mueang International Airport (DMK):
The most important information about all Don Muang Airport bus routes can be found in one place here: Bangkok Don Mueang Airport Bus.
For more information about Bangkok public bus service check here: Bangkok Bus.
Tips
Travel SMART! Stay connected during your trip on the airport bus by booking a discounted Thailand SIM Card and picking it up at the airport: [SALE] SIM Card for Thailand (Airport Pick Up).
When you have connecting flights at different airports in Bangkok, you can use free shuttle bus between BKK and DMK airports to save time and money.
If you are traveling with a large luggage or just don't like using public transportation in foreign countries, enjoy a hassle-free trip to the city by booking a private transfer here: Private Don Mueang Airport (DMK) Transfers.
In case you are still wondering of what is the best area to stay in Bangkok, the answer can be found in the guide to Bangkok Best Areas.
Any Questions?
Check our Frequently Asked Questions about public transportation in Bangkok and ask your own question if it's not answered there yet.