Bus
Public buses are plentiful , you can get to most destinations within
bangkok for a minimum fare of 6 baht. Air-conditioned buses have
minimum and maximum fares of 10 and 22 baht. Air-conditioned
micro-buses charge a fare of 25 baht for all routes. Visit
www.bmta.co.th for more information
public bus services in Bangkok.
Taxi
Taxis in city streets charge by meter. They charge a minimum of 35 baht
for the first 3 kilometres, and about 5 baht per kilometre thereafter. If
the taxi driver doesn't want to use the meter politly say you want to look
for another taxi since you wont get the best price if the meter is off.
Passengers must pay tolls in the case of using an expressway.
Tuk-Tuk
A fun way of exploring Bangkok but becarefull as it can often be a tourist
trap, Bargain your fare in advance. These open-air motorised taxis are
popular for short journeys. Short trips should cost about 30 baht.
BTS Sky Train
BTS sky trains is an easy and fast way to get you somewhere in the main
Sukhumvit, Silom and Phahonyothin roads . The
BTS will be extremly usefull during rush hours when traffic isnt moving at
all at streat level. routes connect Bangkoks leading hotels and major shopping areas . The fare
ranges from 10-40 baht according to the distance. For more information, visit
www.bts.co.th