First Impressions Of Sleeper Train From Bangkok To Chiang Mai..

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[@REALPERSON-mv9mp]

@@thenakedguru when you do the comparisons numbers on the video could you make them a little bigger as I'm older and can't read them even with glasses on my phone, thanks in advance 👍✌️☮️🇺🇲

[@Joe-mz6dc]

Your videos are great. And you are young my friend. Stop calling yourself old. You are very young. I'm pushing 60 now and I still don't consider myself old. Getting old is a state of mind. Don't allow yourself to think or talk that way. Also I know you don't consider yourself a vlogger but I'd like you to know that you're better at it than most people and I watch a lot of different vlogs. So you may as well take that as a huge compliment and do with it what you want. But you could do very well just traveling around and doing videos like this from time to time. You've got the gift.

[@sionbenjamin4513]

Fond memories of our trip north and back, yes by 2nd class too. Loved the service of setting up the beds, snacks that we picked up, yes not having a table when dinner arrived was a downer. All the same loved it. The train is slow, we passed Ayadoya just north of Bangkok, wished we could make a break there. Being oldies we booked the lower bunks, the space is more comfortable, the windows make a big difference and our bags went conveniently below the bunk. I would recommend it, fun, so do make advance bookings for a lower bunk on your way back- we did on the station counters near the exit on your left. Cheers and enjoy!

[@JoseC888888]

Thanks for sharing a few tips about the sleeper train BKk-CM, sounds like a good and relaxing way to reach CM, it beats driving, riding a bus, or flying, I hate the airport stress; it is definitely for my bucket list with my family. I have been tempted to try the train connection BKK - BR, my wife is not keen, I travelled one year non stop across Europe with a doctored eurorail pass in my wild youth, it was a memorable journey. The Dtac 1 year internet is an excellent bargain, it is noted for the next trip and the in-laws 😊. I hope your car behaves after the last repairs.

[@dondobbs9302]

I love the sleeper train! (2nd class.) But miss the old Banglanphu station. There's a hostel that's open all night that you can leave the airport, get dropped off there, walk to Banglanphu later and catch a train. Much nicer than a 2nd flight to C.M. I suppose there's something similar at the new RR station but Banglanphu had class.

[@seekhearts]

i love the trains in thailand. even the old wooden bench seat carriages with the smell of diesel exhaust and the hot thai air blasting through the open windows. only for a couple hours max though 😅. how rapidly thailand and especially bangkok is expanding its transport network does remind me of japan. it'll take some time but the train will be the way to get around thailand for everyone, hope the government delivers on that announced High speed rail section to connect ubon to korat and onward to bangkok, will certainly make it easier for me and my partner travelling to sisaket

[@Grouter14]

I do the same from Nong Khai to Bangkok and versa. Top bunks are a bit shaky when your moving. Got to book early for 1st and even a bottom bunk. But I’m 2nd class geezer 😂 and you can’t see out a window on top bunk 😂

[@Somchai_rebel1970]

Absolutely fantastic way to travel. Such a difference to the UK. Clean, respectful employees who take pride in their work.

[@chrisclemons333]

I first took the overnight sleeper train from Bangkok to Chiang Mai in 2016. Such fun memories! We were able to get the first class sleeper, and even though a quick flight would have been easy, we are so glad we took the train! It was a unique way to experience something less common and we had a great time. Looking forward to doing it again sometime soon - highly recommend you give it a shot if you're new to traveling around Thailand. ❤

[@thenakedguru]

Absolutely Chris - hope you are well brother 🙏🙏

[@stevenherberts968]

Done that journey several times, great trip, take some beers, get the lower bed and go to the restaurant and enjoy, I would highly recommend it to anyone, have safe trip buddy.

[@MarkBillington-ee8sv]

Nice one love your videos..l too live in Isaan and use the sleeper from Ubon..I find I get a better sleep in 2nd class where the bunks are fore and aft direction as opposed to the first class athwartships because you get rolled to sleep when fore and aft!!..stay safe 😁

[@brunowinter931]

That was really a very modern train. I did the sleeper train from Phitsanulok to Don Muong several times and had older trains with 3 beds with a ladder to get up. Contrary to Europe you sleep in Thailand along the train and not cross to the the train. Was interesting and yes, I could sleep. The downside was only that the light is not dimmed what you can do on European sleeper trains.

[@thesheperd7567]

Can buy an annual DTAC sim on Lazada for as little as 1020 baht. I use AIS and if the renewal subscription goes up I just buy a new sim. Probably DTAC next time.

[@catman99]

I'm on AIS too and I pay 60 baht a month for unlimited 1 month....or you can pay 90 baht for 2mb or 150 baht for 4mb..... I think I will try the DTAC thanks for the heads up

[@shuuyakano1732]

For my thoughts, The train looks perfect by the gates with the toilet & the food mart that you just went to introduce. Including the way you're on your bed, it makes sense for me is like feeling enjoying reminding how it feels while I'm on the train before and after. Also taking time to get images of the cityscapes, while I'm like you're going to lay down on the bed too. That's the best way for me to know how you give the points to the train for your 2 days.

[@paulk4662]

Look forward to seeing what first is like on the way back.

[@videogenie1236]

Good luck with your trip. My wife and I went on the sleeper train once a few years ago. Bangkok station was an old place, with some real character. The new Bangkok station that you are showing us has lost its character, but it is definitely modern.

[@specialized500]

The old station is still there for more local trains

[@jaideedave]

Made the same trip 30 years ago. They made up the bunkbeds 30 mins after leaving the station. Proceeded to the bar car until closing. At that time they locked the doors between the cars and we all ended up in 3rd class wooden bench seats fortherestofthejourney. I no longer take the train.

[@LuangPraBong]

I made that same trip way back in 2004. My how things have changed! For the better, I must say. If I recall correctly there was no AC and the toilet just had a hole in the bottom that dropped your droppings onto the tracks. I am very happy for Thailand and its progress towards a more first world country. I plan on visiting later this year now that I am retired. I may even spend 3-6 months there! I love that place! Keep up the great work, I love your channel!

[@pAuL-nb2ud]

I appreciate the jazz music 🎵 in the background !!! Good LAWD…. So many other channels still using “tropical house” from 2013!!! Not hating on it, just saying that’s lazy… tip of the hat 🎩

[@GayathrieDissanayake]

Where did you book this from? Could you put the link please. It's a great detailed VLOG. Thank you!

[@RosemarieStars]

Man that is the way to go! Driving 16 hours during flood season or this? No brainer. You can relax, get food delivered plus there are clean toilets! 😂 Can't guarantee that via car, plus cost for gas, etc must be similar. Nice tour. Thanks and enjoy the trip!

[@REALPERSON-mv9mp]

Can you use the food car as a cafeteria for your served food? It would have been interesting to see what it actually looked like. Thanks for the video!!🇺🇲

[@naturewatchth]

Your trip by train and your mention of the "special" to Kanchan reminded me when I first did the journey to CM it was around 2005. The dining car became a bar come disco. Great trip and met some great folks. You could buy beer on the train and we got well merry. Lots of nice travelling companions too.

[@thenakedguru]

The good old days!

[@naturewatchth]

@@thenakedguru yes it really was

[@ubiquitousdiabolus]

I took one of these from Butterworth to Surat Thani in 1993 and Nong Khai to Bangkok in 1998. No aircon and food was lousy, but back then you couldn't jump on a flight so easily and cheaply.

[@SamuelMartin-n9k]

Great video Ryan!!!! The train ride looked to be really nice 2 thumbs up my friend!!!!

[@vogel431]

Last time I was on that train was 15 years back at least. Looks a lot more modern now, bit grotty when I went on it. I'm impresed! P.s. Just paid 2600 baht with Detac for 15 Mgb per-second for 1 year.😉

[@susanquigley8383]

Absolutely loved this vlog Ryan. The train looks very comfortable, clean and very cheap. It beats the 8 hour road trip we did from BKK to Chiang Mai some years ago. Really looking forward to the rest of your trip. Many thanks

[@AndyfromDoncaster]

Great film Ryan. Thanks for showing us your journey. I went to the station earlier this year. Dropped off a family member. She went south to Nakhon Si Thammarat. All fine. It’s a fabulous station clean and efficient. Best wishes from me here in Pathum Thani.

[@user-ep3ck5re4o]

Been there done, that. I travelled BKK to CM via train with the locals on wooden seats - fantastic experience - just do it once 💪😂😂😂😂

[@andrewshinegold6988]

2nd class has certainly inmproved since 2007 when I had a nighmare overnight journey from Bangkok to Surat Thani.

[@ThailandThomas]

I have taken that train, very enjoyable trip. Great way to get around if you have the time.

[@wendy-0101]

❤👍🏻that was great to see train journey. ❤Peak Blinders! My Grandad looked like them with cap & vest/suit. Derbyshire.Take Care! 💞💞💞💞

[@fredriksvensson2708]

I tried the night sleeper train from Surat Thani to Bangkok in Januari and it was the most relaxing way to travel for me.

[@_Alfa.Bravo_]

Love SRT sleeper trains, very clean, very comfortible and so much better and safer than going by bus

[@arthurdunga345]

me and two pals did that train ride with our thai girlfriends 25 years ago your video takes me back its looks very modern the station and train these days but i think it was better before with the old set up or is it me getting old.

[@GlendaHayward]

Five years ago we went on the Sleeper Train from Bangkok to Chiang Mai it was a headache. Took about 2 days, stop and go all the way. Have really upgraded a lot since we traveled.

[@specialized500]

Never taken two days

[@theadventuresofbrockinthai4325]

Hey Ryan, a half dozen years ago, I lived in Korat and was going on a trip back to the U.S. and took a sleeper train down to Bangkok. My friend and I had a room with an upper and lower bunk. I slept real solid all the way to Bangkok. It wasn't that expensive, I don't remember how much but it was pretty cheap. It's a good way to travel if you have the time. ❤

[@WalkingmanPattaya]

Nice overview of the train station and sleeper train Ryan. Know you miss the family, and little Alfie, but always good to get away for a short trip when you can... look forward to the upcoming vlogs though there will likely be a lot of rain during this trip if you completed it a week or so ago. Stay safe and dry. Peace and Love Y'all

[@bensteyn1974]

Great video, thanks. Love the Thai trains, but no more beer served. Last time I got the top bunk I was bitten silly by fleas!

[@BillySangsai]

Wow, that sounds exciting! In my opinion, it’s worth trying at least once. Thanks for sharing the new adventure!🤩😊🙏

[@graeme7twice]

The early morning trip through the mountains is why you need a bottom bunk.

[@jjensen4029]

It has been a while since I took that sleeper. Yes the bottom bunk is more comfortable, cost a bit more, a little more room and a notably less rocking. Did someone finally take the lower bunk at one of the other stops on the route?

[@villagefarang]

I haven't done it for years but definitely found the lower berth much more comfortable. Never found it easy to sleep on a train because of the movement and noise, even with earplugs. I much prefer driving but you need a really nice car that is comfortable and dependable to keep it from becoming stressful.

[@colinb8512]

Hi Ryan, as I mentioned yesterday when you did the vlog where you arrived in Bangkok, I travelled 3rd class overnight. 2nd class is way better than 3rd class, so it makes me wonder what 1st class is like. Very informative vlog again. Thanks Ryan

[@PerfectSense.]

Always booked the bottom deck for convenience

[@camilaguarnerio4272]

Could you send me the link for buying this train ticket? Thanksss

[@ronniew3229]

I took a whim and tried my luck taking this train by turning up on speck last March... booked out but there is a later train also, so I reserved a compartment, no problem but the train that turned up was the one from your ladish days. No problem. Share with a total stranger. No problem, the only beer they had was non alcoholic. 😮

[@WanderlustReports]

Very interesting video, Ryan. it would have been interesting to make it last until the arrival. I'm wondering if you succeeded in sleeping, 'cause usually Thai railways makes up for a bumpy ride, with many stops. I guess that'll be your next video...

[@thenakedguru]

Next vlog my friend 😁 Good nights sleep

[@hann659]

The first hour of lying on this kind of train (24 hour journey), I regretted. That was 13 years ago. Now the train is newer, but everything else remains the same. Bangkok to Chiang Mai, 12 hours, I would rather sit, and that was a much better journey, except I got very hungry towards the end. The lunch was distributed very early. Then I didn't know how to buy food from traders who boarded at various stations.....

[@leevitalone]

Khop Khun Crap, very good video, fun. Sawdee Crap

[@julianshalders6047]

The early 80s wow , the change is a little sad, atleast I have the memories of a amazing Thailand.

[@paulwooster3590]

Nice to know they have this service now. Rail is so much better than roads. Cheers.

[@EcoHumanist]

The latest journey of Guru Ryan in Rural Thailand is set in motion 🇹🇭 ✌️❣️🎶😅

[@mariettathornton5924]

Love this video Ryan!!! We cannot wait to hop on this train….We’ve already booked for our overnight train ride to Chiang Mai in January 😂😂😂 Thanks for sharing this video 😊

[@derekbrown7892]

I have done this trip by train three times ,also similar train to Nongkhai , I had a meal in restaurant on train ,very modern train I booked the lower deck ,nothing wrong with someone opposite.fantastic journey will do again soon .I paid about 900 Baht you can pay that for a hotel room .best regards.

[@STARRUNNER45]

The station looked awesome enjoy your journey Michael Palin 😄 🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍✌🏼🤍

[@TrevorCunningham-o1y]

Did sleeper train BKK to Vientiane Laos,no 1st class but 2nd class sleeper with air on,no food car,disappointing,was hoping for the new train. It alas did not happen.Did this 4 weeks ago for order run.I totally agree about the new BKK rail station,gigantic would be an understatement happy travels and cheers from Trevor of Chch

[@lillianrosbottom7366]

Great video ryan. Thanks

[@mduckod992]

Can you imagine the price of travelling more or less the equivalent of London to Glasgow on a train? You're travelling in pure luxury there Ryan

[@WilliamFluery]

$26 for the train vs $? In gas is probably a better deal AND you most likely have less risk of an accident/break down along the way and you can relax/sleep

[@rogerparis]

Great video.

[@mythai9593]

That is amazing value 👏

[@leevitalone]

Thanks!

[@tayster55]

I travelled to Hua hin on one of these, earlier this year (Yala train) managed to snag a lower bunk, same routine though, they fix the bed up after about half an hour, surely this is for staff conveniance? Oh and Did anyone actually come to occupy lower bunk? Whatever, you cannot beat these train trips. Nice one, Ryan.

[@mattalford389]

Well, that's an improvement on the old trains that used to run up to Chiang Mai. That's for sure. But it still doesn't look that comfortable, considering it's new. But, at least it's an improvement 👍

[@castrowaychronicles8844]

So chill 🤙🏼

[@magnuspettersson5454]

That train looked very cozy, i would defenitely enjoy watching series and sleep in that bed :)

[@boxcartwilly]

Good video nice train.

[@thailand999]

Great video. Thanks.

[@kregeckert8351]

I know you are not an early morning person. But, I prefer the older car because it arrives in CM at 9am, and this affords 3 hours of beautiful sunrise morning views of the countryside from the coffee car.

[@KeyoOuen]

Yes as someone mentioned. Beer NOT ALLOWED, unless done surreptitiously.😉

[@jaideedave]

Thanks for the nice review of the SRT. You didn't look very comfortable perched up in the upper bunk holding your meal in your hand. 555. I'm an ex submariner and my bunk had more room than what you endured

[@mikeazpiroz9292]

First class is not much different. The main thing I noticed is that the bottom two seats folded into a bed as well. Two people can sit in the chairs and at bed time the staff pull down the top into the second bed. That's why you had a seat number and top/bottom designation for bed time. The material is slightly nicer in the first class. Very basic differences. I think mainly the age of the car itself but layout is very similar. Cheers. Crap this is the edit lol. I shoulda waited 5 min to comment. It's exactly the same without the older velvet material.

[@bobbybayls30]

Loving the pants mate. Are they just from a local market or somewhere special?

[@thenakedguru]

these are made by the tribal people of the north, we sell them on our lazada shop, link in the pinned comment, cheers

[@tmb3131]

I'd been trying to get a 1st class ticket for months. I gave up... the online tool is confusing as hell. Good video, though :)

[@mmaranta785]

Can you specify bottom bunk?

[@Somehowjam]

How can you purchase the ticket in advance for international travelers?

[@NextStopThailand]

So informative - i really need this info as im planning a border bounce with my kids . Do you know what the diffference is between 1st and second class?

[@thenakedguru]

I come back on the first so I will show you on this channel 👍👍

[@bighoss9705]

You went south to Bangkok then back Noth again to Chiang Rai? Why didn't you just take a bolt or fly into Chiang mai and use bolt from there? I have AIS internet. 300 Baht per month at 30 best. It works very well.

[@thenakedguru]

We live far from airport and there are no direct flights - would end up taking the same amount of time give it take 3 hours 👍

[@specialized500]

Beers not allowed on the trains been the rule for about 8 years after some unfortunate incidents .

[@specialized500]

Whats the likely cost v driving and staying in a hotel?

[@rhodalyncastro6434]

what is the nearest station from Siam Square?

[@mmaranta785]

Is food free?

[@michaelomara1922]

Enjoy ya movie ryan 😂

[@salahaljneibi9870]

Whats the name of the train station ?

[@kamornrathsungkaprom1173]

ภาษาไทยดีมาก

[@mmaranta785]

I’m 6 feet tall? Will I fit while sleeping?

[@mmaranta785]

How cam I sleep on lower part

[@nowucme4u]

We could never expect to have the cleanliness and efficiency like this in the US. A small segment of the population ruins it for everyone else and a corrupt criminal justice system won’t allow for it.

[@WilliamFluery]

@@nowucme4u Preach it my friend!!! I was kidnapped at gunpoint in downtown Atlanta, Georgia…I’ve been to Thailand 30 times since 2005 and NEVER EVER feel in danger. I pray to God it never changes as the world deteriorates.

[@florianhladik1093]

Which segment of the population?

[@louis20122]

I know exactly what you mean.

[@louis20122]

​@@florianhladik1093Google high crime cities and demographics. Brain is created for a reason.

[@dolmarf411]

USA is a 3the world country.........

[@BillyBlake-t3g]

492 Ryan Harbor

[@Nathan-cd6gu]

Your not allowed to drink 🍺 on that train 🚂 but I guess you found that out for your self

[@thaibulldog6800]

I’m surprised at the timing with this visit. Chang Mai, Chang Rai and surrounding areas are experiencing their worst floods for 80 years

[@thenakedguru]

It’s backdated 👍

[@dexterday]

Sorry to rock the boat but alcohol is prohibited on Thai trains nowadays. 🤷‍♂️❤️

[@mr.critic]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@omgitsabloodyandroid5161]

Worked on Rigs for 35 yrs. The TOP bunk sucks. Long drive? Stay at a Hotel for me & Wifey

[@simonB143]

Very nice...brings back some memories... Now you just need the business man and his trans gf in the bunks opposite climbing up and down into each others bunks all night and giggling 😂

[@allanfahrenhorst-jones6118]

I'm thinking this is better than driving.

[@HelloImNotJohnnyCash]

how tall is not very tall?

[@l.nguyen9176]

The spoiled-let on Amtrak train is a dump compared to the cleanliness of the restroom of the Thai train

[@bensteyn1974]

You posted the last one on the wrong channel. Confusing.

[@thenakedguru]

Hey Ben, Im just keeping that channel alive in the algo but i cross post on the community page :)

[@joemann2178]

Does the wife know you went to Bang Sue? Sorry couldn't help it 😅

[@thenakedguru]

She sent me!!