The second phase of the Sino-Thai high-speed railway (HSR) will help Khon Kaen realise its potential as a transport hub in the Northeast, according to provincial governor Somsak Jangtrukul. "When the high-speed trains are ready to roll, Khon Kaen will be [the region's] public transportation hub," said the governor at the second public hearing for the 365-kilometre long rail route, which will link Nakhon Ratchasima with Nong Khai through Khon Kaen and Udon Thani. About 500 people attended the second hearing on Tuesday, which was held at the Khon Kaen International Convention and Exhibition Centre. Khon Kaen already has a large elevated train station, as well as a fully operational double-track railway which serves both passenger and cargo services. Phase 2 of the project will see the construction of five stations along the line, namely Bua Yai Station in Nakhon Ratchasima, Ban Phai Station in Khon Kaen, Khon Kaen Station in the city centre, Udon Thani Station and Nong Khai Station.

Source: Bangkok Post July 14, 2020 23:03 UTC