Hua Hin Train Station

Picturesque station in its original state

A remnant of bygone times, the picturesque Hua Hin train station is one of the stops on the route from Bangkok to the South. The station is located in the center of town, in walking distance from attractions as the night market and the main beach.

Its main attraction is the Royal Waiting Room which was used by Thai Royals when they visited the seaside summer Palace. Pictured on postcards and t-shirts, the building is one of Hua Hin’s most recognizable landmarks.

A step back in time

A visit to Hua Hin railway station feels like a step back in time. The station is one of the oldest in Thailand and one of the few still in its original state.

The main building in Victorian style dates back to the mid 1920’s.
Old style light bulbs between the tracks are carried by mythological birds.
On the other side of the tracks stands an antique steam locomotive.

Completion of the railway in 1911

After the completion of the railway between Bangkok and Hua Hin in 1911, Hua Hin slowly started to develop as a coastal resort town. In those days train was the most comfortable way to travel between Bangkok and Hua Hin.

The Royal Waiting Room

A little away from the main building stands the Royal Waiting Room, a beautiful teak wood building in bright yellowish and red colors.

Originally part of Sanam Chandra Palace in Nakhon Pathom province, the building was moved to Hua Hin to be used as the Royal Waiting Room.

The very well preserved building was once used by members of the Thai Royal Family when they visited the seaside Maruekhathaiyawan Palace. King Vajiravudh (Rama VI) built the teak wooden palace as a seaside summer retreat in 1923.

Another old train station

Another worthwhile old train station in Thailand is the Hua Lamphong central station in Bangkok, built in Neo Renaissance style, which opened in 1916.

Location and how to get there

Hua Hin train station is located on Prapokklao road in the center of Hua Hin. From Phetkasem road, take Soi 76 to get there. The station is about 5 to 10 minutes away on foot from Hua Hin night market.

Although slower than car or bus, the train from Bangkok is very affordable and an opportunity to see the scenery along the way.