Listen to this articleA 40 baht daily fare is already operating successfully on Red and Pur ple lines in Bangkok, says Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Bhumjaithai deputy leader and acting transport minister. A 40 baht daily pass would offer unlimited rides. Under the plan, Bhumjaithai would repurchase concessions through the Mass Rapid Transit Authority to help subsidise fares. Another option would allow private investors to take part in shareholding, which could later be used as collateral for loans. Instead, the party is proposing a zoning-based fare structure to support subsidisation.

Source: Bangkok Post January 07, 2026 06:34 UTC