“The station building is a one-story wooden structure in traditional King Rama VI–era architecture, still well-preserved and operational today at the end point of the Southern Line.”
Kantang Railway Station is an important historical and architectural landmark of Trang Province. The station was built during the reign of King Rama VI (1913) and played a highly significant role in the past, as Kantang District was once the main commercial hub and cargo port on the Andaman side of the South.
The station is a one-story wooden building with a hipped roof, distinguished by its yellow exterior accented with dark brown, reflecting the traditional architectural style of the Royal State Railways of Siam from that era. This unique design gives the station a charming and classic atmosphere.
In the past, the Kantang railway route served as the main transportation system for exporting rubber and agricultural products to the port before shipping them abroad. Due to its historical importance, the station building was officially registered as a historical site by the Fine Arts Department.
Today, Kantang Railway Station remains fully operational as the final terminal station for trains arriving from Bangkok, and it has become a well-loved heritage tourism attraction.
How to Get There
- Private Car: The station is located in Kantang District, around 25–30 minutes from Trang city center along the Trang–Kantang Road. As you approach the district, clear signboards will guide you to the station.
- Public Transportation: You may take a passenger van or songthaew (shared pickup truck) on the Trang–Kantang route from Trang Bus Terminal or the Clock Tower area. Once you reach the district, the station is located near both the port and the main market, easily accessible on foot or by local transport.
Travel Tips
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Plan to arrive before 12:05 PM, which is the daily arrival time of the train from Bangkok—perfect for capturing photos of the station alongside the train.
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The yellow–brown building makes a beautiful vintage-style photo backdrop. Don’t miss taking a picture with the “End of the Railway Line” sign.
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The station is within walking distance of other historical landmarks in Kantang District, such as Phraya Ratsadanupradit Governor’s Residence Museum and the First Para Rubber Tree of Thailand, making it ideal for a continuous historical tour.
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Since the station is still in active service, please follow staff instructions and stay cautious when near the platform or railway tracks.
Entrance Fee:
- No entrance fee (visitors may freely explore the station building and platform)
Opening Hours:
- Open daily, according to the operating hours of the railway station (Visiting during daytime is recommended for better lighting and safety)