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Tha Chang (Grand Palace) → Wang Lang (Siriraj)
The short Chao Phraya crossing between Tha Chang, the pier for the Grand Palace, and Wang Lang on the Thonburi bank by Siriraj Hospital. The cross-river ferry runs daily from 06:00 to 19:00 for 4.50 THB; the Chao Phraya Tourist Boat also links Tha Chang with Prannok, next to Wang Lang, in 2–3 minutes.
Tha Chang (Grand Palace) to Wang Lang (Siriraj) ferry at a glance
The ferry from Tha Chang (Grand Palace) to Wang Lang (Siriraj) takes 2–3m across the Chao Phraya River, operated by Tha Wang Lang cross-river ferry and Chao Phraya Tourist Boat. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: cross-river ferry daily 06:00–19:00 (4.50 THB); Tourist Boat every 30 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.
Sources: thawanglang.com · thawanglang.com · chaophrayatouristboat.com · How we verify
Return crossing: Wang Lang (Siriraj) to Tha Chang (Grand Palace)
Tha Wang Lang cross-river ferry and Chao Phraya Tourist Boat also sail Wang Lang (Siriraj) to Tha Chang (Grand Palace), taking 30m. The Wang Lang – Tha Chang ferry runs the same hours (06:00–19:00) and fare (4.50 THB) in both directions. On the Tourist Boat, Prannok to Tha Chang takes 3 minutes (for example 08:34 → 08:37).
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Tha Chang (Grand Palace) to Wang Lang (Siriraj) ferry timetable & sailing pattern
Cross-river ferry on demand every day 06:00–19:00; the Chao Phraya Tourist Boat also calls at Tha Chang and Prannok about every 30 minutes (09:23–20:08 from Tha Chang towards Prannok, 08:34–19:04 from Prannok towards Tha Chang)
Published departure times
- Tourist Boat, Tha Chang → Prannok (upriver): 09:23, 09:53, 10:23, 10:53, 11:23, 11:53, then 12:38 … 20:08 (every 30 min)
- Tourist Boat, Prannok → Tha Chang (downriver): 08:34, 09:04, 09:34 … 19:04 (every 30 min)
Return: The Wang Lang – Tha Chang ferry runs the same hours (06:00–19:00) and fare (4.50 THB) in both directions. On the Tourist Boat, Prannok to Tha Chang takes 3 minutes (for example 08:34 → 08:37).
Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.
Official Tha Wang Lang cross-river ferry timetable →Source: Tha Wang Lang boat services page (pier operator website); Chao Phraya Tourist Boat timetable image. Verified 2026-10-04.
Maritime Crossing Route Map
Interactive sea passage between Tha Chang (Grand Palace) and Wang Lang (Siriraj)
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| Tha Wang Lang cross-river ferry | Not published | Cross-river ferry |
| Chao Phraya Tourist Boat | 2–3m | Chao Phraya Tourist Boat 1–3 (catamarans), Chao Phraya Tourist Boat 4–5 (monohulls) |
Route Features
Vehicles
Foot passengers only
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
No pet facilities
Distance
0.3 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- Tha Chang is the pier for the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew
- Wang Lang: Chao Phraya Express boats stop at Prannok Pier (N10), next to the Wang Lang market
- Buses 19, 57, 91, 149 and 157 serve Wang Lang
- From Wang Lang, other ferries cross to Tha Phra Chan (06:00–19:00) and Tha Maharaj (09:00–21:00)
Tips for the Tha Chang (Grand Palace) to Wang Lang (Siriraj) Crossing
- Wang Lang has three cross-river ferries: to Tha Chang and Tha Phra Chan (both 06:00–19:00) and to Tha Maharaj (09:00–21:00), all at the same 4.50 THB fare.
- On royal barge procession rehearsal days the river between Krung Thon Bridge and Memorial Bridge closes to boats from 12:00; in October 2026 Chao Phraya Express lists 5, 8 and 15 October.