Sorry I can't answer your question as we traveled only during the day in one of two Air-Conditioned Coaches from Bankok Railway Station to Nong Khai on the Thai-Laos Border, which crosses the Mekhong River into Laos and Vientianne. However, I assume you could board the train in Ayutthaya, as our train passed through there. The real question is, will the actual berthing be available when you board the train at Ayutthaya Train Station versus the Bangkok Railway Station. Also, you need to pick up your tickets close to the Bangkok Railway Station, as that is what we did...the night before our departure for up-country.

I don't think they have ATM at railway stations. However if you walk out to the malls then you can find one. It is always good to check with google map. The map will display clearly the ATM available in a particular region.

Hi there, the trains generally run on time. It's GETTING TO THE STATION that may delay you cos the station is located in a very busy interchange. I would say leave your hotel a good 90 minutes before departure time.

Hi, Agree with Simone, couple of minutes at best to get your pic! Have a great time!!