The impacts of high-speed rail linking 3 airports in Thailand towards residential buyer’s decision

In the recent years, Thai government introduced and approved mega project named High-speed rail linking 3 airports (“HSR linking 3 airports”) which is one of the crucial infrastructure projects under the National strategy (B.E.2560 - 2579). Also, this transport will connect between Bangkok and other provinces along the route making journey more conveniently. Several research studies described that infrastructure facility is one of the most common factors having influence on residents’ purchase decisions. Therefore, this research aims to study the impacts of upcoming HSR linking 3 airports towards residential buyer’s decision by doing survey of 120 respondents in total and performing analysis on the significant drivers which should be focused on the future residential development. Furthermore, Suvarnabhumi area is the focused area where this area is being rapidly developed to connect with the existing and future transportation networks. Finally, the statistical results show the improvement of accessibility and convenience in travelling to central business district and level of income are the significant factors explained the intention to acquire residence located close to Suvarnabhumi area.