Port of Bangkok (THBKK): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Bangkok (UN/LOCODE THBKK) is a large river (natural) harbor located in Thailand, on the Gulf of Thailand. It sits at 13.7500° N, 100.5000° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 7.9 m, an anchorage depth near 12.5 m, cargo pier depths around 7.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves facilities.
Port Specifications & Capabilities
Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.
Harbor Profile
- Harbor Type
- River (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Large
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- Gulf of Thailand; South China Sea; North Pacific Ocean
- Region
- Thailand
Services & Restrictions
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Nearby Ports & Connections
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Distances to Major World Ports
Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Bangkok
Where is Port of Bangkok located?
Port of Bangkok is a seaport located in Thailand, on the Gulf of Thailand. Its coordinates are 13.7500° N, 100.5000° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Bangkok?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Bangkok is THBKK — country code TH, location code BKK.
How deep is Port of Bangkok?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Bangkok has a channel depth of about 7.9 m, an anchorage depth of about 12.5 m, cargo pier depths of about 7.9 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Bangkok?
Port of Bangkok reports a maximum draft of 8.2 m, a maximum length of 182 m, a maximum beam of 30 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Bangkok require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Bangkok.
What type of harbor is Port of Bangkok?
Port of Bangkok is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of large size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Bangkok have?
Port of Bangkok is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Bangkok are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #57450), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →