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Traffic & Public Transport

Possibilities for Public Transport

In Bangkok are many ways to get from one place to another.
Some of it is not unusual because you know it, you just have to get to know about the rest.

What public transport is there in Bangkok?

Overview

Many choices for the right Public Transport

In the following overview we show you the public transport in Bangkok and give you one or the other tip to use them.

On the road in Bangkok

Questions & Answers

Showy

Of course, when you are in Bangkok for the first time and you are watching the traffic, you notice that you drive on the left lane (noticeable if you are used to driving on the right sight). It is noticeable that a lot of taxis are moving. Wait to get a taxi is low time. Next thing what you will recognize is many motorbikes are on the road, part of which are motorbike taxis.

The motorbikes usually drive not only on the track, but also between the cars in Zick Zack. This is not even selfish thought, of course, the motorbikes are moving faster this way, but they also relieve the road! If they were all driving on the leash, the traffic would be immeasurable. So everything gets closer together and the motorbikes gather at the next red traffic light at the front, on green traffic light anyway faster than the cars go ahead and everything runs smoothly.

Safety

If you look at the statistics of traffic accidents with deaths, Thailand is very far ahead. In terms of Safety we can only give information, we can give one or the other piece of advice, we can not give a recommendation for every situation. Even in Bangkok happen accidents. For your own safety, we recommend again, where possible, for example in a taxi, always buckle up.

Motorbike taxi driving is fun, no question about, but always make sure to wear a helmet. Tuk Tuk driving is usually done without a seatbelt. Those who use a particular means of transport should always be aware of the risk that accidents can happen. We wish all travelers a good, accident-free ride.

Ticket Fare

The different transport systems cost different fare in relation to each other. Taxi driving is relatively cheap, bus driving even cheaper. Tuk Tuk driving is always a negotiation of the fare, there is no taximeter as in the taxi. Taxi drivers can also be asked if they are willing to go on larger tours. For a trip from Bangkok to Pattaya for example. It is always a good idea to have some small change with you, at many BTS and MRT stations there are vending machines that also accept banknotes.

Unconventional

It happens quite a lot if you want to drive a taxi or motorbike taxi, call the driver your destination, that he nods in agreement, but then turns out that he does not know exactly where he has to go. Then, from our point of view, drivers resort to unconventional means: friendly drivers are called to ask for directions, or one pulls out the mobile phone and uses a route planner. Reach your destination always will be possible, some ways to drive there could be like a little adventure :-)

Your Experiences

Did you use the public transport and did you get some more experiences or saw something great? You can tell us your experiences or if you want, you can even write your own blog!

Public Transport

Overview

Suvarnabhumi Airport Rail Link (ARL)

The Suvarnabhumi Airport Rail Link is a railway in public transport. It connects Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport with downtown Bangkok. So to get from the airport to the city, it is an ideal way of transport for some destinations.

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Taxi

If you are in Bangkok for the first time you will be surprised, the streets are full of colorful cars, the taxis in Bangkok have bright colors. From the airport it is the ideal means of transport to the hotel or rented apartment. But there are some things that you should know and we have some helpful tips!

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Skytrain (BTS)

Bangkok's Skytrain BTS is a perfect means of transport. The BTS trains travel on a section built on stilts. So you have a great view on Bangkok while driving and get a great insight into the metropolis. The trains run regularly and often enough, the tickets are cheap, the wagons are air conditioned, if you are not used to, it feels almost too cold.

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Subway (MRT)

The MRT is the counterpart to the BTS, it drives undermined as a metro. There are currently two MRT Lines, one on a blue track, the other purple. BTS and MRT are operated by different companies.

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Tuk Tuk

No means of transport has come under criticism like the Tuk Tuk. A ride on the Tuk Tuk has something nostalgic, you experience the traffic and the city up close, it's fun, sometimes it's faster than a taxi. On the other hand, Tuk Tuk drivers are in the criticism to take the most expensive fares comparatively, or to beat the passenger by trying to persuade tourists to a shopping trip. You can take snapshots unhindered with your camera, but driving Tuk Tuk is in the middle of the exhaust fumes of traffic. There are so many pros and cons, in the end, you have to choose to have experienced it once, or to resign yourself to having missed one of Bangkok's attractions.

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Motorbike Taxi

Adrenaline junkies beware!!! The most risky way to get from A to B in Bangkok is by Motorbike Taxi. A Zick Zack ride on a Motorbike Taxi is like an exciting adventure, which is for the driver but completely normal daylife. The driver takes the shortest, fastest way and defies the laws and apparently the physics. It's exciting when the drivers looking for a gap between the cars for short ride AND also find. They show a large repertoire of skills and experience. However, be careful, as a tourist you would like to make it like the locals, because they ride mostly without a helmet. Look for a Motorbike Taxi, where the driver has a helmet ready for you, in Bangkok there is a lot of helmet duty, but many do not stick to it.

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Buses

Driving with a public bus is probably the cheapest way, but it also has certain disadvantages. Often the buses are overcrowded or not air-conditioned. You should know something about the bus route, and it is not the fastest way to get to your destination. It can certainly be an adventure.

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Express Boats

The Chao Phraya flows through the middle of Bangkok and Express Boats bring people alternative to the road often faster than a car can do. In addition, a trip on the Express Boats has something relaxed. There are various routes and boats for commuters and boats for tourists.

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Share Taxi – Songthaew

Somewhat getting used to, but cheap: the Songthaew Taxi. The fares are very cheap, the drivers often speak only Thai. There are no usual stops, you wave the taxi to the side of the road and to get off you press a button. Actually, very simple.

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