Thai government, high speed railway construction of approved the second phase. New project, 357 kilometers long covers the railway section and Nakhon Ratchasima Nong Khai This line is planned to extend to Thailand's Laos border.
Project Cost and Timeline
State Railway Corporation of Thailand (SRT) approved this project in May 2024 and its estimated cost ฿341,35 billion (about $10,1 billion) It is stated that it will happen.
The first phase of the project, Between Bangkok and Nakhon Ratchasima It covers a section of 253 kilometers. However, As of January 2025Due to financial problems and the pandemic, the business is only 36% completedThe investment in the first phase is approximately ฿179,4 billion Despite the delays, the project is expected to be transportation infrastructure continues to be a priority target for development.
Regional Impacts and Targets
This high-speed railway, Bangkok via Laos, Kunming city of China will connect with. Between Kunming and Vientiane The railway line has been active since December 2021. The new line, The maximum speed of trains is 160 km/h because it will be, both freight transport as well as passenger transport A significant increase is expected in .
The Thai government, xnumx't to for the new episode to start the tender process planning and construction To be completed by 2030 This project is planned to be between Thailand and Laos. a reliable connection and will significantly improve regional transportation.
Future Perspective
New high-speed railway in Thailand transportation infrastructure It will be a major step in the modernization of the country and will help Thailand play a strategic role in connecting to Asia's wider transportation network.
