Public buses are plentiful and cheap, with 3.50 Baht minimum and 5 Baht maximum fares to most destinations within metropolitan Bangkok- Air- conditioned buses within Bangkok have minimum and maximum fares of 6 and 16 Baht respectively. Red and grey Micro-Buses, also air conditioned, cost 20 Baht for single journey. A Bus Route Map is available at most hotels, bookshops and the TAT head office for 35 Baht.
Taxis and Tux Tuxs Hotel taxis have fixed tariffs. Taxis cruising the streets of Bangkok, and designated "taximeters" charge 35 Baht for the first 3 kilometres and approximately 5 Baht for every kilometre thereafter. Tuk-Tuk or three wheel taxis are quite popular among the tourists for short journeys inside Bangkok. Fares range from a minimum of 30 Baht to a maximum of 150 Baht. Fares must be bargained for.
Rriver Taxis
There are many boats plying the Chao Phraya River. Some criss-cross between landings on opposite banks while the Chao Phraya Express boats travel upstream and downstream within the metropolis. Fares range between 5 and 15 Baht.
Sky Train As promised the BTS Skytrain service was launched on 5th December 1999, to celebrate the 72nd birthday of the King of Thailand.
The BTS Skytrain is the safest, most comfortable and convenient way to get around Bangkok. In service since December 5, 1999, it has transformed the face of public transportation in the Thai capital, for the first time offering both residents and visitors a comfortable ride through central Bangkok - lifting commuters above the chronic congestion, noise and pollution of the streets below.
Our modern electrified trains transport Bangkok's commuters in wide air-conditioned cars, saving them time with quick, reliable service. The BTS SkyTrain's high-capacity operating system ensures almost no breakdowns and a virtual 100% punctuality. Each train can carry over 1,000 passengers while a similar number of people would use 800 cars, making the BTS Skytrain the most environmentally friendly mass transit system in Thailand.
Currently there are two routes, the Sukhumvit Line and the Silom Line. They cover much of the central city and its many commercial, residential and tourist areas, with extensions planned to outlying areas. The trains run daily between 6:00 am and 12:00 midnight with frequent service throughout the day, increased during rush hours. The fare is based on the distance traveled.
1) Single-Journey Ticket - Fare varies with destination, between 10-40 Baht
- Good for a single one-way trip only.
- This ticket will be kept at the exit gate.
2) Sky Card / Stored Value Ticket - Minimum of 200 Baht (plus 30 Baht refundable deposit) at the first purchase.
- Valid for 2 years.
- The ticket is refillable.
3) 30-Day Pass
1. Suitable for multiple-trip journeys
2. Must be used within 30 days of issue
TICKET USAGE 1.) Purchase a ticket from the Ticket Issuing Machine or ticket office.
2.) To enter the the skytrain system, insert the ticket into the entry gate and be sure to hold on to it - you will need it to exit.
3) To exit, insert the ticket into the exit gate. The Single - Journey Ticket will be taken; the Stored-Value Ticket will be returned to commuters for future rides.
Eastern Bus Terminal
Hua Lampong Main Railroad Station
Northeastern Bus Terminal
(Mo Chit 2)
E7
W1
N8
Chatujak Park
Lumpini
Suan Luang (Rama 9)
Botanical Garden
Dusit Zoo
Queen Sirikit Park
Santipharp (Peace) Park
N8
S2
E9+
E9+
N3+
E5
N3
Paolo Memorial
Bamrungrad Medical Center
Bangkok Christian
Bangkok Nursing Home
Samitivej
N7
E3+
S2
S2
E5+
Cultural Centers and Monuments
Markets and Shopping Centers
Erawan Shrine
Queen Sirikit Conference Center
Siam Society (Kamthieng House)
Victory Monument
Hua Mark Stadium
National Sports Stadium
Jim Thompson Thai House Museum
E1,S1
E4+
E4
N3
E8+
W1
W1
Amarin Plaza
Central Chidlom
Central Ladprao
Chatuchak Weekend Market
Emporium Shopping Center
Gaysorn Plaza
Mah Boon Krong (MBK)
S1
E1
N8+
N8
E5
E1
W1
Narayana Phand (Handicraft Center)
Patpong
Pratunam (Wholesale clothing)
Robinson Silom / Silom Complex Robinson Bangrak
Siam Discovery / Siam Center / Siam Square World Trade Center
E1
S2
E1+
S2
S6
CS
E1
FREE SHUTTLE BUS SERVICE The free Shuttle Bus service conveniently provides connections between selected BTS stations and surrounding areas, saving commuters travel time and expense. Free coupons for the bus can be obtained at the BTS Station Ticket Office with a purchase of a 30-day Adult Pass, Student Pass or a Sky Card with a value of at least 200 Baht. Passengers who purchase a Single Journey Ticket at the Automatic Ticket Machine can obtain 2 free coupons upon request at the BTS Station Ticket Office.
Using the Shuttle Bus
1. Have your coupon ready before boarding the bus. Please check the expiration date to make sure your coupon is valid.
2. Please wait in line at the designated bus stop and be sure to let the exiting passengers off before you board.
3. Present your coupon to the driver upon boarding the bus.
4. The bus will stop only at the designated bus stops. If you are waiting at one of the designated stops and see a bus approach, please raise your hand to signal the bus to stop.
5. Please step to the rear inside the bus and do not block the walkway.
6. Kindly offer your seat to women, children and the elderly.
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The BTS Skytrain is the safest, most comfortable and convenient way to get around Bangkok. In service since December 5, 1999, it has transformed the face of public transportation in the Thai capital, for the first time offering both residents and visitors a comfortable ride through central Bangkok - lifting commuters above the chronic congestion, noise and pollution of the streets below. 
