Attractions
Maeklong Railway Market (Maeklong Market)
Maeklong Railway Market, also known as Maeklong Market, is one of the most famous attractions in Samut Songkhram Province. The market is located along the railway tracks next to Maeklong Railway Station. Its unique feature is the shops and stalls set up right alongside the railway tracks. When a train is approaching, vendors quickly retract their umbrellas and move their goods away from the tracks. Once the train has passed, they reopen their umbrellas and continue selling as usual.
The market stretches for approximately 100 metres and offers a wide variety of products, including vegetables, fruits, seafood, fresh food, and local products. It is also a popular local market where residents come to buy everyday groceries.
What Is Interesting About Maeklong Railway Market?
What makes Maeklong Railway Market different from other markets is its location directly alongside the railway tracks. Visitors can walk through the market, browse the shops, experience the local way of life, and watch the train pass directly through the market—a unique sight that has made this market famous.
In addition to watching the trains, visitors can find fresh food, vegetables, fruits, seafood, and local products throughout the market. It is a great place to experience the atmosphere of a traditional local market in Samut Songkhram.
When Is Maeklong Railway Market Open?
Maeklong Railway Market is open daily, approximately 5:00 AM–6:00 PM.
What Time Does the Train Pass Through Maeklong Railway Market?
The train passing through the market is one of the main attractions for visitors. As the train approaches, vendors retract their umbrellas and move their goods away from the railway tracks to allow the train to pass.
Trains are scheduled to pass through the market several times a day, at approximately 6:20 AM, 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 11:10 AM, 11:30 AM, 2:30 PM, 3:30 PM, and 5:40 PM. Train schedules may change, so visitors should check the latest schedule before travelling.
How to Get to Maeklong Railway Market
Maeklong Railway Market is located next to Maeklong Railway Station in Mae Klong Subdistrict, Mueang Samut Songkhram District, Samut Songkhram Province. The market is easily accessible by both car and train.
For visitors travelling to Samut Songkhram or Amphawa, Maeklong Railway Market can be included in an itinerary along with other attractions in the province.
Maeklong Railway Market and Nearby Attractions
Maeklong Railway Market can be included in a day-trip itinerary with other attractions in Samut Songkhram and Amphawa, such as:
Wat Phet Samut Worawihan (Luang Pho Ban Laem)
Visitors planning to explore several attractions in one day can travel by car or ask the hotel about suitable transportation options and routes for their itinerary.
Accommodation for Visiting Maeklong Railway Market
Baan Siriporn Resort, Samut Songkhram is a convenient accommodation option for visitors planning to explore Maeklong Railway Market, Amphawa Floating Market, and other attractions in the area.
In addition to a variety of room types, the resort has a shared riverside area along the Mae Klong River and offers private Amphawa boat cruises for resort guests.
Guests can travel from Baan Siriporn Resort to Amphawa Floating Market, which is only 1.4 kilometres away, approximately 3–5 minutes by car.
Please contact our staff for information about travelling to Maeklong Railway Market, nearby attractions, and activities in Samut Songkhram.