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Bangkok (Sathorn Pier) → Nonthaburi

The pulsating river transit lifeline of Bangkok. Glides past the Grand Palace, Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn), and iconic riverfront temples for a fraction of the cost of street taxis, completely skipping city traffic.

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Bangkok (Sathorn Pier) to Nonthaburi ferry at a glance

The ferry from Bangkok (Sathorn Pier) to Nonthaburi takes 1h 00m across the Chao Phraya River, operated by Chao Phraya Express Boat. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: weekday peak-hour Orange and Yellow Flag boats; Yellow Midday boats daily, every 30–40 minutes.

Crossing times and frequencies are typical figures and vary by season. Confirm the current timetable with the operator or booking partner before you travel. Route facts last reviewed 2026-10-04.

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Return crossing: Nonthaburi to Bangkok (Sathorn Pier)

Chao Phraya Express Boat also sails Nonthaburi to Bangkok (Sathorn Pier), taking 1h 00m. From Nonthaburi, Yellow Flag boats leave for Sathorn on weekdays at 06:00, 06:20, 06:40, 07:00, 07:15, 07:45 and 08:05, and Red Flag boats at 06:50, 07:10, 07:25 and 07:40. Orange Flag boats leave Nonthaburi for Sathorn and Wat Rajsingkorn on weekdays from 06:00 to 07:45 and from 16:00 to 18:05; the Yellow Midday boat leaves Nonthaburi from 08:15 to 15:40 on weekdays, 07:30 to 17:00 on Saturdays and 08:40 to 17:00 on Sundays.

Bangkok (Sathorn Pier) to Nonthaburi ferry timetable & sailing pattern

Weekdays: Yellow Flag express boats leave Sathorn for Nonthaburi at 17:15, 17:35, 18:00, 18:20, 18:40 and 19:05 (Nonthaburi → Sathorn 06:00–08:05). Orange Flag boats (all main stops) run Monday to Friday at peak times only: from Wat Rajsingkorn via Sathorn 06:15–07:40 and 15:40–18:05. Between the peaks, and all day on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays, the Yellow Midday boat runs Wat Rajsingkorn – Sathorn – Nonthaburi about every 30–40 minutes (weekdays 08:10–15:20; Saturdays 08:40–17:45; Sundays 09:40–17:45).

On royal barge procession rehearsal days (5, 8 and 15 October 2026) boats do not run between Krung Thon Bridge and Memorial Bridge from 12:00: services split into Nonthaburi – Payap and Wat Rajsingkorn – Ratchawong, and Yellow Flag boats leave Sathorn for Nonthaburi only at 18:30, 18:45 and 19:05.

Published departure times

  • Yellow Flag from Sathorn (Mon–Fri): 17:15, 17:35, 18:00, 18:20, 18:40, 19:05
  • Orange Flag from Wat Rajsingkorn (Mon–Fri): 06:15, 06:45, 07:15, 07:40; 15:40–18:05 about every 15–25 min
  • Yellow Midday from Wat Rajsingkorn (Mon–Fri): 08:10–15:20

Return: From Nonthaburi, Yellow Flag boats leave for Sathorn on weekdays at 06:00, 06:20, 06:40, 07:00, 07:15, 07:45 and 08:05, and Red Flag boats at 06:50, 07:10, 07:25 and 07:40. Orange Flag boats leave Nonthaburi for Sathorn and Wat Rajsingkorn on weekdays from 06:00 to 07:45 and from 16:00 to 18:05; the Yellow Midday boat leaves Nonthaburi from 08:15 to 15:40 on weekdays, 07:30 to 17:00 on Saturdays and 08:40 to 17:00 on Sundays.

Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.

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Source: Chao Phraya Express Boat schedule (effective 23 June 2026). Verified 2026-10-04.

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Interactive sea passage between Bangkok (Sathorn Pier) and Nonthaburi

📐 11 Nautical Miles
Bangkok (Sathorn Pier)⇄Nonthaburi
⏱ 1h 00m · 📐 11 nm
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Operators on This Route

OperatorCrossing TimeVessels
Chao Phraya Express Boat1h 00mOrange Flag boat, Yellow Flag express boat, Yellow Midday boat

Route Features

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Vehicles

Foot passengers only

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Foot Passengers

Walk-on passengers welcome

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Pets

No pet facilities

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Distance

11 nautical miles

Getting There & Onward Transport

  • Sathorn Central Pier integrates directly with the BTS Skytrain Silom Line (Saphan Taksin Station)
  • Tha Tien pier connects to Wat Pho and cross-river ferry to Wat Arun

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the Chao Phraya Orange Flag river ferry cost?
The Orange Flag boat charges a flat fare for any distance: 18 Thai Baht per trip as of September 2026 (raised on 21 August 2026). Fares change periodically, so check at the pier.
Does the Chao Phraya Express boat run at weekends?
Yes, but not the Orange Flag. Orange Flag boats run Monday to Friday at peak times only. On Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays the Yellow Midday boat runs between Nonthaburi and Wat Rajsingkorn via Sathorn, from 07:30 to 17:00 from Nonthaburi on Saturdays and 08:40 to 17:00 on Sundays (timetable effective 23 June 2026).
Which Chao Phraya Express boat stops at Tha Tien (Wat Pho)?
The Orange Flag and the Yellow Midday boat stop at Tha Tien (N8), as well as at Tha Chang, Rajinee, Memorial Bridge, Ratchawong and ICONSIAM. The Yellow and Red Flag express boats skip Tha Tien.
How much is the Chao Phraya Express boat?
Flat fares on the timetable effective 23 June 2026: Orange Flag 18 THB, Yellow Flag 23 THB, Red Flag 32 THB. Green-Yellow fares are 16 THB (Pak Kret – Nonthaburi), 23 THB (Nonthaburi – Sathorn) and 35 THB (Pak Kret – Sathorn).
How long is the ferry from Bangkok (Sathorn Pier) to Nonthaburi?
The crossing typically takes 1h 00m. Actual times vary by vessel, season and sea conditions, so check the timetable for your sailing.
How often does the Bangkok (Sathorn Pier) to Nonthaburi ferry sail?
Weekdays: Yellow Flag express boats leave Sathorn for Nonthaburi at 17:15, 17:35, 18:00, 18:20, 18:40 and 19:05 (Nonthaburi → Sathorn 06:00–08:05). Orange Flag boats (all main stops) run Monday to Friday at peak times only: from Wat Rajsingkorn via Sathorn 06:15–07:40 and 15:40–18:05. Between the peaks, and all day on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays, the Yellow Midday boat runs Wat Rajsingkorn – Sathorn – Nonthaburi about every 30–40 minutes (weekdays 08:10–15:20; Saturdays 08:40–17:45; Sundays 09:40–17:45). On royal barge procession rehearsal days (5, 8 and 15 October 2026) boats do not run between Krung Thon Bridge and Memorial Bridge from 12:00: services split into Nonthaburi – Payap and Wat Rajsingkorn – Ratchawong, and Yellow Flag boats leave Sathorn for Nonthaburi only at 18:30, 18:45 and 19:05. This is the pattern published in the Chao Phraya Express Boat schedule (effective 23 June 2026) (checked 2026-10-04); confirm exact departure times on the official timetable before you travel.
Which ferry companies sail from Bangkok (Sathorn Pier) to Nonthaburi?
Chao Phraya Express Boat operates this route. Compare sailing times and ticket types before booking, as they often differ between operators.
Can I take my car on the Bangkok (Sathorn Pier) to Nonthaburi ferry?
No. This is a foot-passenger service and vehicles are not carried. Use parking near the departure pier or public transport to reach it.
Can I take the Bangkok (Sathorn Pier) to Nonthaburi ferry as a foot passenger?
Yes. Foot passengers can travel on this route. Allow time to reach the passenger terminal and check the operator’s check-in closing time.
Are dogs and pets allowed on the Bangkok (Sathorn Pier) to Nonthaburi ferry?
This route has no dedicated pet facilities. Assistance dogs are normally carried, but confirm with the operator before travelling.
How far is Bangkok (Sathorn Pier) from Nonthaburi by ferry?
The sea crossing is about 11 nautical miles (roughly 20 km).