Written by Chef Dave | 17 June 2009
I took the train from Bangkok to Chaing Mai last night- well what was supposed to be a 11 hour ride turned out to be more like 13 hrs. It was well worth the experience though, I can’t complain! I was shocked to see that 85% of the train was filled with back packers! There was lots to talk about and of course everyone was friendly!
The seats (2nd Class) flip open into a bed, then a top bunk drops down… crazy! The guy comes around drops fresh linen on the fold out beds, fluffs up your pillows, and are beyond friendly.
I ate a late dinner on the train of chicken curry, vegetables, soup, rice, and some fresh cut fruit… all for the bargain price of 150 baht- which is about the equals about 4.50 USD. And they think the “get you on the train”…
The ride was shockingly smooth, although as far as the bathrooms are concerned there is a lot to be desired! There were 2 “bathrooms” in our car. one literally had a hole in it about the size of a softball that went straight out onto the tracks… yes, straight down to the ground! The second was a proper toilet.. then 2 communal sinks for brushing teeth, etc. Although was kind of weird-ed out by some people giving themselves a sudo shower via the sink….
I (like an idiot) landed up deleting 2 days worth of video and photos on the train… yes, 2 days of travels gone… not good, so I just invested in a flash drive just in case I slip up again and push the wrong button!
The train is worth the experience and great way to make new friends! Although I am going to fly back to Bangkok to meet my old friend… I think once was enough and for only 20 USD. more you can fly and be there in what turned out to be 1/13th the time
Stay tuned for more on Chaing Mai!
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