Pheu Thai makes poll pledge on B40 flat electric rail fareListen to this articlePhiphat: Policy has proved successfulThe Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) on Tuesday pledged to implement its 40-baht flat fare for electric railways within three months of taking office if elected. Party leader and Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn said the policy had already proved successful and is currently in effect on the Red and Purple lines. Building on this, the party plans to introduce its own version of a common ticket system, using EMV credit cards across all rail lines at a uniform fare. Another option would allow private investors to take part in shareholding, which could later be used as collateral for loans. He added that, if elected, the Transport Ministry would instruct the Department of Land Transport to take over management of bus routes, while capping fares for air-conditioned buses at no more than 15 baht.

Source: Bangkok Post January 06, 2026 22:31 UTC