Thai–Chinese high-speed rail phase 1 hits 51%The Senate committee on transport at Chiang Rak Noi railway station in Ayutthaya on Friday. State Railway of ThailandThe first phase of the Thai–Chinese high-speed rail project has reached 51.74% progress, says the State Railway of Thailand (SRT). Phase 1 of the project, linking Bangkok and Nakhon Ratchasima, has a total investment value of 179.41 billion baht, consisting of 14 construction contracts and one train system contract. There are six main stations along the route: Krung Thep Aphiwat, Don Mueang, Ayutthaya, Saraburi, Pak Chong and Nakhon Ratchasima. Phase 2, running from Nakhon Ratchasima to Nong Khai, has been approved by the cabinet and passed an environmental impact assessment.

Source: Bangkok Post February 14, 2026 23:58 UTC