23 – 25 November 2010 Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok
This project is mainly supported by "Chulalongkorn University Centenary Academic Development Project"
Chulalongkorn University is located in the heart of Bangkok, not too far from all the accommodations suggested, and can be reached by various means of transportation.
By car
At Suvarnabhumi Airport, in Samut Prakan Province, limousine service is available. The cost depends on the distance traveled and the type of car. The distance from the airport to Chulalongkorn University or the adjacent area is around 30-35 kilometers, with the fare ranging from 950-2,200 THB.
By public taxi
The cost of a public taxi depends on the distance traveled. A taxi from the airport to Chulalongkorn University should cost no more than 250 THB, plus an additional flat fee of 50 THB. Passengers are responsible for tolls, in case they prefer taking tollways.
By airport express bus
There are four routes available; the recommended one is Route AE 2 (Airport – Hua Lampong Railway Station) from which you can transfer to the BTS sky train at Phayathai and Rajathewee station or get off right in front of the university. The fare is 150 THB.
***For further information about the transportation above, please visit www.suvarnabhumiairport.com ***
By airport link
You can also get to Chulalongkorn University and the surrounding area by taking the Suvarnabhumi Airport Rail Link (SARL). There are two modes available: the City Line and the Express Line.
With a fare of 45 THB, the City Line departs from Suvarnabhumi Airport station, passes 6 other stations and stops at Phayathai Terminal station, taking 30 minutes. From there, commuters can connect to Phayathai BTS station and take the sky train to Siam station, which is the closest to Chulalongkorn University.
The other choice is the Express Line. Stopping at no other stations, it takes 15 minutes from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Makkasan station, interchange with Petchaburi MRT station from which you can take the subway to Samyan station, situated next to Chulalongkorn University. This airport link costs 150 THB.
***For further information, please visit http://airportraillink.railway.co.th ***