River Kwai Bridge — Location & Map
The River Kwai Bridge spans the Khwae Yai River in Tha Ma Kham, about 3 km south of central Kanchanaburi in western Thailand. Below are the exact coordinates, Plus Code, and the easiest ways to reach the bridge from town or from Bangkok.
Exact coordinates & Plus Code
Latitude 14.0419, longitude 99.5041. Google Maps Plus Code: 2GR3+RM Tha Ma Kham, Mueang Kanchanaburi District, Kanchanaburi. The bridge sits on River Kwai Road, on the south bank of the Khwae Yai, and is clearly signposted within town.
From Kanchanaburi town
The bridge is a short taxi, songthaew (shared two-row truck) or bicycle ride from the centre — roughly 3 km, about 10 minutes. Many visitors walk or rent a bike and follow the riverside path.
Nearby stations & landmarks
Kanchanaburi Railway Station is about 2 km away. Within 2–3 km you will also find the Kanchanaburi War Cemetery (Don Rak), the JEATH War Museum and the Thailand–Burma Railway Centre, all useful orientation points.
Map & navigation
Use the interactive map above or open Google Maps with the link to get live, turn-by-turn directions. Most navigation apps recognise “River Kwai Bridge” or the Plus Code directly.
Frequently asked questions
What is the exact address of the River Kwai Bridge?
River Kwai Rd, Tha Ma Kham, Mueang Kanchanaburi District, Kanchanaburi 71000, Thailand.
What is the Plus Code?
2GR3+RM Tha Ma Kham, Mueang Kanchanaburi District, Kanchanaburi.
How far is the bridge from Bangkok?
About 130 km west of Bangkok, roughly 2–3 hours by train, bus or car.
Is there parking near the bridge?
Street and riverside parking are available close to the bridge, but they can fill up on weekends and public holidays.
Can I walk across the bridge?
Yes. The bridge is free to walk across and is still used by trains several times a day, so mind the gaps between sleepers.