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The MRT side of the Asok–Sukhumvit interchange, opening onto Terminal 21 and the Soi Cowboy nightlife strip in the heart of prime Sukhumvit.

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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
BL22MRT Blue station
฿28,000–฿60,0001-bed rent / month
Interchangeto BTS Sukhumvit
WatthanaDistrict
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Sukhumvit at a glance

Sukhumvit (สุขุมวิท, BL22) is a station on the MRT Blue Line in Watthana, Bangkok. The MRT side of the Asok–Sukhumvit interchange, opening onto Terminal 21 and the Soi Cowboy nightlife strip in the heart of prime Sukhumvit.

Interchanges with the BTS Sukhumvit Line at Asok and runs the underground loop to Silom, Chinatown and Chatuchak. It is an interchange station, connecting to the BTS Sukhumvit Line at Asok (BTS) (E4) — a real advantage for car-free living, since you can switch lines without leaving the system.

Right around the station you'll find Terminal 21, Times Square Bangkok, Interchange 21, Soi Cowboy and more. The pocket suits professionals, nightlife-adjacent renters, car-free commuters wanting a double interchange.

Renting near Sukhumvit sits in the prime / luxury band: a typical one-bedroom condo within walking distance runs roughly ฿28,000–฿60,000 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 Sukhumvit suits

ProfessionalsNightlife-adjacent rentersCar-free commuters wanting a double interchange

What's nearby

Terminal 21 · Times Square Bangkok · Interchange 21 · Soi Cowboy · Exchange Tower

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Line & connections

MRT Blue Line (BL22) — Bangkok's underground loop, the workhorse of the metro network. It interchanges with the BTS at Asok/Sukhumvit, Sala Daeng/Si Lom and Mo Chit/Chatuchak Park, and reaches Lumphini Park, the Rama 9 'new CBD', Chinatown and Chula University.

Interchange: connects to the BTS Sukhumvit Line at Asok (BTS) (E4) — change lines without leaving the system.

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Renting & living near Sukhumvit

Indicative one-bedroom condo rents within walking distance run roughly ฿28,000฿60,000 a month (prime / luxury band). Ranges are indicative, not quotes — verify current asking prices on individual listings.

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FAQ

Sukhumvit station — frequently asked questions

What line is Sukhumvit station on?

Sukhumvit (BL22) is on the MRT Blue Line, operated by Bangkok Expressway and Metro (BEM). It interchanges with the BTS Sukhumvit Line at Asok (BTS).

How much does it cost to rent near Sukhumvit?

Indicative one-bedroom condo rents within walking distance of Sukhumvit run roughly ฿28,000–฿60,000 per month (prime / luxury band). Studios sit below this and larger units above; ranges are indicative, so confirm on live listings.

Is Sukhumvit a good place to live?

Sukhumvit works well for professionals, nightlife-adjacent renters, car-free commuters wanting a double interchange. Nearby draws include Terminal 21, Times Square Bangkok, Interchange 21, and being on the MRT Blue keeps you car-free across much of the city.

What's near Sukhumvit station?

Within walking distance: Terminal 21, Times Square Bangkok, Interchange 21, Soi Cowboy, Exchange Tower. Interchanges with the BTS Sukhumvit Line at Asok and runs the underground loop to Silom, Chinatown and Chatuchak.

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Sources & References

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