Hat Yai Junction railway station, railway station in Thailand
Hat Yai Junction is a large railway station in Hat Yai city in Songkhla Province and serves as a major hub connecting travelers to destinations across Thailand and Malaysia. The station has six platforms and includes shops and restaurants within its building.
The railway arrived in Hat Yai in the early 1900s as part of expansion plans toward Malaysia. The city grew rapidly following the arrival of the rail line and became a major trade center.
The station serves as a meeting point where travelers from Thailand and Malaysia pass through daily, giving it an international character. Local and foreign visitors mingle in the halls, reflecting the region's cross-border connections.
Visitors can buy tickets at same-day counters or at special ticket counters on Platform 1 for advance bookings up to 60 days ahead. The station offers luggage storage, toilets, showers, and charging points for electronic devices.
The station is a crucial junction where two separate railway lines meet, both leading toward Malaysia's border. One route heads west to Padang Besar and another goes southeast to Sungai Kolok, making it a key point for cross-border travel.
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