Talat Phlu
ตลาดพลู
Thonburi canal-market community on the BTS Silom Line.
Talat Phlu is an old Thonburi market community in Bangkok, known across the city for its street food and its mix of Chinese, Muslim and Thai heritage. It suits food lovers and budget nomads who want local life, low rents and a BTS station within a few minutes' walk.
Talat Phlu at a glance
Living in Talat Phlu
The market and the streets around it set the pace: morning stalls selling breakfast and fresh produce, afternoon snack vendors, and a busy evening food scene that draws people from across Bangkok. Old wooden and Chinese-style shophouses, mosques and temples sit side by side along canals and lanes. Weekdays are local and practical, with commuters heading for the BTS. Weekends bring food-focused visitors from the east bank. Shopping beyond the market is limited, so many residents ride the train to Wongwian Yai or head to the riverside malls at ICONSIAM for bigger errands.
Renting in Talat Phlu
Stock is a mix of older shophouses, low-rise apartments and newer condos close to the BTS stations. A one-bedroom typically rents for 10,000–20,000 THB a month, with newer units by the stations at the top of that range. Value is good for somewhere this close to the river and the Silom Line, though modern buildings with pools are fewer than on the east bank. Many landlords are local families, and English may be limited. For a citywide view, see Bangkok rent prices by area.
- 1 bedroom
- ฿10k–฿20kTHB / mo
Typical furnished condo listings in Talat Phlu and neighbouring blocks, compiled by BKK Oracle editors from DDProperty, Hipflat and agent listings. Utilities are extra.
Getting around Talat Phlu
Talat Phlu station on the BTS Silom Line is about 200 metres from the centre of the area, with Wutthakat about 700 metres away and Pho Nimit about 1.3 kilometres. The Silom Line runs east across the river to Saphan Taksin, Sala Daeng and Siam, and west to Bang Wa, where it connects with the MRT Blue Line. Bang Phai on the Blue Line is about 1.55 kilometres away. The Maeklong commuter railway also passes through.
- Talat Phlu · Silom Line200 m
- Wutthakat · Silom Line700 m
- Pho Nimit · Silom Line1300 m
- Bang Phai · Blue Line1550 m
Who Talat Phlu suits
- Food lovers who want market stalls on the doorstep
- Budget renters wanting a BTS station nearby
- Living among Thonburi's Chinese, Muslim and Thai communities
- Few international restaurants or expat services
- Older buildings and narrow lanes in the market core
- Longer rides to Sukhumvit than from the east bank
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Read guideTalat Phlu FAQs
Is Talat Phlu a good area to live in Bangkok?
Talat Phlu is a good fit for foodies and budget nomads. It sits in Bangkok's budget rent tier, with one-bedroom condos typically at 10,000–20,000 THB a month. The nearest rail station is Talat Phlu on the Silom Line, about 200 m from the centre of the area.
How much is rent in Talat Phlu?
Typical furnished condo rents in Talat Phlu are one-bedrooms 10,000–20,000 THB a month. Electricity, water and internet usually add 2,500–5,000 THB a month, and most landlords ask for a two-month deposit plus the first month upfront.
What is the nearest BTS or MRT station to Talat Phlu?
Talat Phlu (Silom Line, about 200 m), Wutthakat (Silom Line, about 700 m) and Pho Nimit (Silom Line, about 1300 m) are the closest rail stations to central Talat Phlu. Walking times depend on the soi you live on, so time the walk in the midday heat before signing a lease.
When is the best time to eat at Talat Phlu market?
The market is busiest in the early morning and again from late afternoon into the evening, when many of the best-known stalls open. Some vendors sell out early and others close on certain days, so it pays to visit at different times and follow what the local regulars queue for.
Does a train still run through Talat Phlu?
Yes. The Maeklong railway line, which runs from Wongwian Yai toward Mahachai in Samut Sakhon, stops at Talat Phlu. It is a slow, cheap commuter service rather than a way into central Bangkok, but it is handy for day trips to the south-west of the city.
Is Talat Phlu cheaper than living across the river in Silom?
Generally, yes. Rents on the Thonburi side of the Silom Line tend to be lower than for similar units in Silom or Sathorn, and daily food costs at the market are low. The trade-off is fewer modern condos and a longer ride to offices on the east bank.