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Living near Makkasan station.

The Airport Rail Link's main city station, interchanging with the MRT at Phetchaburi — a fast airport connection with metro access into the bargain.

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By Kirby Scofield
Founder of BAANLYY · International real estate broker, investor & relocation specialist
Last updated 7 July 2026 · Last reviewed 7 July 2026
A6ARL station
฿20,000–฿42,0001-bed rent / month
Interchangeto MRT Blue
RatchathewiDistrict
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Makkasan at a glance

Makkasan (มักกะสัน, A6) is a station on the Airport Rail Link in Ratchathewi, Bangkok. The Airport Rail Link's main city station, interchanging with the MRT at Phetchaburi — a fast airport connection with metro access into the bargain.

Direct ARL trains reach Suvarnabhumi in roughly 25 minutes; the MRT Phetchaburi link adds the underground loop. It is an interchange station, connecting to the MRT Blue Line at Phetchaburi (MRT) (BL21) — a real advantage for car-free living, since you can switch lines without leaving the system.

Right around the station you'll find Airport Rail Link city station, MRT Phetchaburi interchange, Singha Complex, Saen Saep canal boat. The pocket suits frequent flyers, commuters, value-central renters.

Renting near Makkasan sits in the central mid-market band: a typical one-bedroom condo within walking distance runs roughly ฿20,000–฿42,000 a month, with rents easing the further you are from the station exit. These are indicative ranges, not quotes — always verify current asking prices on individual listings.

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Who Makkasan suits

Frequent flyersCommutersValue-central renters

What's nearby

Airport Rail Link city station · MRT Phetchaburi interchange · Singha Complex · Saen Saep canal boat

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Line & connections

Airport Rail Link (A6) — The express rail spur connecting Suvarnabhumi Airport to the city in about 30 minutes, interchanging with the BTS at Phaya Thai and the MRT at Makkasan/Phetchaburi. The fastest fixed-rail route between central Bangkok and the main international airport.

Interchange: connects to the MRT Blue Line at Phetchaburi (MRT) (BL21) — change lines without leaving the system.

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Renting & living near Makkasan

Indicative one-bedroom condo rents within walking distance run roughly ฿20,000฿42,000 a month (central mid-market band). Ranges are indicative, not quotes — verify current asking prices on individual listings.

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FAQ

Makkasan station — frequently asked questions

What line is Makkasan station on?

Makkasan (A6) is on the Airport Rail Link, operated by Asia Era One (SRT). It interchanges with the MRT Blue Line at Phetchaburi (MRT).

How much does it cost to rent near Makkasan?

Indicative one-bedroom condo rents within walking distance of Makkasan run roughly ฿20,000–฿42,000 per month (central mid-market band). Studios sit below this and larger units above; ranges are indicative, so confirm on live listings.

Is Makkasan a good place to live?

Makkasan works well for frequent flyers, commuters, value-central renters. Nearby draws include Airport Rail Link city station, MRT Phetchaburi interchange, Singha Complex, and being on the ARL keeps you car-free across much of the city.

What's near Makkasan station?

Within walking distance: Airport Rail Link city station, MRT Phetchaburi interchange, Singha Complex, Saen Saep canal boat. Direct ARL trains reach Suvarnabhumi in roughly 25 minutes; the MRT Phetchaburi link adds the underground loop.

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