“Bhumibol Bridge features twin cable-stayed structures with towering pylons, offering stunning views of the Chao Phraya River and Bangkok’s skyline.”
Bhumibol Bridge
It is a cable-stayed bridge with 7 traffic lanes.
The northern part, known as "Bhumibol Bridge 1," connects Bang Phong Phang, Yannawa, Bangkok, with Song Khanong, Phra Pradaeng, Samut Prakan Province.
The southern part, known as "Bhumibol Bridge 2," connects Song Khanong with Bang Ya Phraek, Phra Pradaeng, Samut Prakan Province.
Bhumibol Bridge 1 is the northern crossing over the Chao Phraya River, linking Bang Phong Phang, Yannawa, Bangkok, with Song Khanong, Phra Pradaeng, Samut Prakan Province. It is a twin cable-stayed bridge with 7 lanes, supported by two tall pylons. The river-spanning section is 326 meters long, constructed from a combination of concrete and steel, while the rear approach is 128 meters of prestressed concrete. The bridge’s midpoint is approximately 50 meters above the highest water level to allow cargo and transport vessels to pass underneath.
Bhumibol Bridge 2 is the southern crossing over the Chao Phraya River, connecting Song Khanong with Bang Ya Phraek, Phra Pradaeng, Samut Prakan Province. It is also a twin cable-stayed bridge with 7 lanes and two tall pylons. The river span is 398 meters long, built from concrete and steel, with a 152-meter prestressed concrete rear approach. The midpoint height_ is about 50 meters above the highest water level, allowing vessels to pass toward the Khlong Toei port. The western approach is an elevated road crossing Phra Rajawiriya Phorn Road, followed by a flat road section, then elevated again where it meets Suksawat Road, branching off from the river crossing section.
How to Get There
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Drive via Rama 3 Road heading towards Bhumibol Bridge
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Take a taxi from central Bangkok
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Use the ferry service and continue by private car or taxi
Travel Tips
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Evening to nighttime is best for scenic views and photography
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Wear comfortable shoes for walking around the bridge area
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Check weather conditions before visiting for safety
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Avoid peak traffic hours to reduce congestion
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Use a wide-angle lens for capturing expansive views
Admission Fee:
- Free entry
Opening Hours:
- Open 24 hours