What does the MRT smell like? The internet weighs inListen to this articleThe inside of an MRT train, what does it smell like? The post, also shared in the Facebook group "คนขึ้นรถไฟฟ้า - คอมมูนิตี้", described the smell as highly specific, neither pleasant nor unpleasant, and unlike anything encountered elsewhere. Japanese underground stations were said to have comparable aromas, particularly when heating systems run, whilst Singapore's below-ground stations reportedly smell similar. Several commuters reported strong body odours during rush hours and others mentioned unpleasant smells at specific stations.

Source: Bangkok Post January 13, 2026 15:36 UTC