JJ Market Chatuchak Market Traffic Guide: A must-see for beginners! Convenient and easy-to-understand methods are revealed

Chatuchak Market (JJ Market) is a famous shopping paradise in Bangkok, with more than 8,000 stalls, attracting countless tourists to come here to hunt for treasures. This article has specially compiled the most complete transportation guide for Novice Village, including various transportation methods such as BTS, MRT subway, taxi, Grab Taxi, etc., allowing you to easily reach this best market in Bangkok.

Take Bangkok BTS and MRT to Chatuchak Market easily and directly

JJ Market is located in the north of Bangkok city. It is surrounded by BTS Mo Chit Station, MRT Chatuchak Park Station and Kamphaeng Phet Station, and the transportation is very convenient. If you are staying in a hotel near an MRT subway station, it is recommended to take the subway to Kamphaeng Phet Station. After exiting the station, exit from Exit 2 and walk for about 30 seconds to the market entrance, which is convenient and fast.

Most tourists visiting Bangkok for the first time usually choose to live near the BTS Skytrain station, such as the popular Asok business district. Take the Skytrain from BTS Station to Mo Chit Station, transfer to MRT after exiting the station, and get off at Kamphaeng Phet Station. Take Exit 2 and go directly to Chatuchak Market.

special reminder: Never walk directly from BTS Mo Chit Station to the market. Although it seems not far, the weather in Bangkok is hot and walking for a long time will consume a lot of energy. Make smart use of the MRT and subway to make visiting the market and shopping more enjoyable!

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JJ Market Chatuchak Market

▲ I marked the stations around the market, and the red dotted line is the route.

JJ Market Chatuchak Market

▲ A group of people from Novice Village took the BTS from Nana Station.

JJ Market Chatuchak Market

JJ Market Chatuchak Market

▲ The urban area of ​​Bangkok is six times larger than Taipei City, so listen to my sister, don't spend time walking from Mo Chit (Mo Chit) station.

JJ Market Chatuchak Market

▲ Follow the crowd and go down to take the MRT.

JJ Market Chatuchak Market

JJ Market Chatuchak Market

▲ After arriving at Kamphaeng Phet Station, remember to take the elevator from Exit 2.

JJ Market Chatuchak Market

▲ Exit 2 of Kamphaeng Phet Station.

For the return journey, it is recommended to choose Grab Taxi or Tuk Tuk to return to the hotel.

The traffic flow at Chatuchak Market is quite busy on weekends, especially during the summer rainy season. Thunderstorms often occur after 2 or 3 pm, and shopping trips can easily be disrupted. Therefore, novices are advised to avoid the rainy season when planning their trip and consider return transportation options in advance. Here are some practical tips to make your return to your hotel a breeze:

1.Grab Taxi / Bolt

It is suitable for three or four friends or relatives or travelers with children. It is relatively cost-effective to choose Grab Taxi or Bolt to share the fare equally. When you're done shopping with your hands full of loot, these two services can make the trip back easier. Recommended pick-up location:

  • Red House ตึกแดงวินเทจ จตุจักร
  • JJ Mall Chatuchak เจเจมอลล์ จตุจักร
    These locations are located along major roads, making it easy to hail a ride without getting lost. 2

2.Tuk Tuk

The most important thing about independent travel is "flexibility". If you are exhausted from shopping, you might as well hail a tuk-tuk and go back to your hotel. The roads around the market are crowded with traffic, but there are also many tuk-tuks gathering because tourists have to return in the evening. Take a break at the restaurant and they will charge quite a bit, so!

  • Price bargaining skills: Tuk-tuks will charge a high price at first. It is recommended that the price be between 250 and 300 baht, which is a reasonable range.
  • Precautions: Confirm the price before getting on the bus to avoid unnecessary disputes.

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JJ Market Chatuchak Market

▲ The return pick-up location is also clearly marked for newcomers to the village, and the red lines are areas with heavy traffic.

JJ Market Chatuchak Market

▲ Making good use of lockers can also help you save some energy.

Recommended one-day itinerary for Chatuchak Market

Take Exit 3 of Kamphaeng Phet Station and go to the Farmers Market (also known as Or Tor Kor Market), which contains Thailand’s rich and unique market culture. First, go to the Farmers Market to experience the leisurely market. The atmosphere here is not so crowded that it makes people uncomfortable. You can also have a meal or buy some snacks. You can replenish your food and grass before you go shopping in Chatuchak Market. If your partner doesn’t want to accompany you, you can ask him to take your child to the Children’s Discovery Museum to wait for you. Both of you will be happy!

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JJ Market Chatuchak Market

▲ A look around the market.

Farmers Market Or Tor Kor Market

Farmers Market Or Tor Kor Market

Farmers Market Or Tor Kor Market

▲For those who like traditional markets, it is highly recommended to go to the farmers market.

Jj mall

Jj mall

▲ The front of JJ Mall is suitable for waiting for taxis. Xinshou Village can make good use of this pick-up point.

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