The current Nong Khai railway station opened in May 2000. Previously, the city railway station was located here. The building was never demolished and has even been converted into a small museum. A small market takes place in the old Nong Khai station every Sunday from 9:30 am. While it's not the largest or most important market in Nong Khai, it's a pleasant place with a slightly nostalgic feel. It's nicknamed "Talat Rod Fai Nong Khai" (Railway Market) and can be found on Google Maps under the name "Rail Market." I get the impression that the market is losing its importance. On days without the market, it's somewhat neglected and overrun by stray dogs, which aren't exactly friendly, sometimes making a visit difficult or even impossible.

The Talat Rod Fai Nong Khai market takes place every Sunday at 9:30 am.

A tuk-tuk ride from the 2 Naga Monument on the Mekong River to the old Nong Khai station costs 60 THB.

How to get there

How do I get to the Rail Market (Old Nong Khai Railway Station)? A tuk-tuk ride from the 2 Naga Monument on the Mekong River to the old Nong Khai Railway Station costs 60 THB.