Tao Poon MRT station (Thai: สถานีโต๊ะพูล) is an underground rapid transit station in Bangkok, Thailand. It serves as an interchange between the MRT Blue Line and the MRT Purple Line, both operated by the Bangkok Expressway and Metro Public Company Limited (BEM).
Location
The station is situated in the Bang Khen District, near the intersection of Phahonyothin Road and the Northern Railway Line. The surrounding area includes residential neighborhoods, commercial establishments, and the Tao Poon Market.
Lines and Services
| Line | Station code | Opening date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| MRT Blue Line | BL19 | 2004 (as part of the original Blue Line segment) | Originally a terminus until the line was extended to Lak Song in 2019. |
| MRT Purple Line | PP01 | 6 August 2016 | Serves as the northern terminus of the Purple Line. |
A dedicated underground pedestrian link connecting the two lines was completed in 2020, enabling seamless transfers without the need for an out‑of‑system shuttle bus that had been used previously.
Station Layout
- Blue Line: Two side platforms on a single underground level.
- Purple Line: An island platform on a separate underground level directly beneath the Blue Line platforms.
- Interchange: Escalators, elevators, and stairways connect the two levels, meeting accessibility standards for passengers with reduced mobility.
Facilities
- Ticket vending machines and BEM customer service counters.
- Restrooms, retail kiosks, and ATMs.
- Accessibility features including tactile paving, audio announcements, and wheelchair‑compatible elevators.
Connectivity
- Feeder bus services operate from the station’s surface exits, linking nearby neighborhoods and major arterial roads.
- Bicycle parking is provided near the station entrances.
Operational History
- The Blue Line portion opened in 2004 as part of the inaugural MRT network in Bangkok.
- The Purple Line, Thailand’s first fully automated, driverless metro line, began operations on 6 August 2016, terminating at Tao Poon.
- Until March 2020, passengers transferred between the two lines via a bus shuttle; the completion of the underground walkway eliminated this temporary arrangement.
Ridership
Official ridership statistics for Tao Poon MRT station are published by the Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) and BEM. Detailed daily and annual passenger figures are available through their periodic reports.
References
- Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) – “MRT Blue Line Station Information.”
- Bangkok Expressway and Metro Public Company Limited (BEM) – “MRT Purple Line Opening Press Release, 6 August 2016.”
- Bangkok Metropolitan Administration – “Public Transport Infrastructure Development Updates,” 2020.
This entry reflects the status of Tao Poon MRT station as of the latest publicly available information.
