Tuk-Tuk in Thailand: smart and inexpensive transport. Thailand public transport

Transport infrastructure well developed in Thailand. For movement within the country, you can use the services Thai airlines, bus or railway network or water transport.

Transport infrastructure is well developed in Thailand. To travel within the country, you can use the services of Thai airlines, the bus or rail network, or water transport. When traveling around the country, you can choose a fast flight or long trip with the opportunity to see new cities and villages.

There is another alternative - to travel around the country on your own in a rented vehicle.

Ground transport

Bus network

But the public ground transport inside cities, as a rule, is poorly developed. Search located within the city bus stops can be a difficult task. In this case, tuk-tuk and songhteo will help out. Both the tuk tuk and the songhteo are redesigned, brightly colored trucks designed to carry passengers. The name may vary depending on different resorts. For example, in Phuket or Pattaya this species transport is called tuk-tuk, and in Bangkok or Chiang Mai - songkhteo.

Air Transport

Air travel is the most fast way moving around the country. More than 15 airlines operate flights in Thailand, there are 39 airports in the country, some of them are international.

by the most big airport is Suvarnabhumi, which is located in Bangkok. Suvarnabhumi can serve 76 flights per hour. The second largest airport is Chiang Mai, located in the city of the same name.

There are direct flights from Russia to Thailand by TransAero, Aeroflot, UTair. Domestically, the most popular airlines are AirAsia, Bangkok Airways, Nok Air.

Detailed information about airports is available on the Airports of Thailand page, and about airlines - on the Airlines of Thailand page.

Water transport

Long boats or longtails. Longtails are convenient to use while on small resorts Thailand. As a rule, it is easier to rent a longtail from a private trader. Within the framework of excursions, where it is necessary to move on water for short distances, this type of transport is also used. A trip on a longtail will seem more exciting than on a ferry or motorboat.

Water transport is the only possible communication option to some resorts in the country, for example, to Koh Samui, Phi Phi, Phangan and Similan.

Railway transport

Central Train Station is located in Bangkok, from where trains follow in 4 directions:

Northern line towards Myanmar (Burma). Trains run through the cities of Ayutthaya, Lopburi, Phitsanulok, Nakhthon Lampang to Chiang Mai.

Southern line towards Malaysia. Trains run through cities Hua Hin, Surat Thani, Hat Yai and up to Padang Besar (border city between Thailand and Malaysia).

Eastern line towards Cambodia. Trains run through Chachensau, Aranyaprathet, return to Chonburi to Pattaya.

Northwest line towards Laos. Trains run through the cities of Ayutthaya, Surin, Ubon Ratchathani, Khon Kaen to Nong Khai.

Transport infrastructure is well developed in Thailand. To travel within the country, you can use the services of Thai airlines, the bus or rail network, or water transport.

There is another alternative - to travel around the country on your own.

Ground transport

Driving in Thailand is on the left highways and the roads are well maintained. Some of the roads are in highlands, so drivers have to skillfully overcome frequent turns, then going up, then going down. The roads here will become a real test not only for drivers who are not accustomed to mountain serpentine, but also for passengers.

IN big cities, unfortunately, the traffic is complicated by the presence of traffic jams, especially in the morning and evening hours.

Local residents do not always follow the rules of the road, and also drive at high speeds like inside settlements, and along the dangerous mountain serpentine.

By bus, you can travel all over Thailand, making up an individual route. The bus network is a relatively cheap and convenient way to get around. There are bus stations in cities where you can find timetables and buy tickets. As a rule, buses run daily, and often several times a day.

But public land transport within cities, as a rule, is poorly developed. Finding bus stops located within the city can be a daunting task. In this case, tuk-tuk and songhteo will help out. Both the tuk tuk and the songhteo are redesigned, brightly colored trucks designed to carry passengers. The name may vary in different resorts. For example, on or in this type of transport is called tuk-tuk, and in or - songhteo.

Tuk-tuk/songhteo can be used as an individual or as fixed-route taxi. It is important to clarify the cost of the trip in advance, and not at the time of arrival at the point you need. The driver can announce an unexpected amount of the trip for you, believing that you were driving in individual taxi. If the tuk-tuk/songhteo is a fixed-route taxi, then the driver will adjust the route depending on the destinations of all passengers.

Air Transport

Air travel is the fastest way to travel within the country. More than 15 airlines operate flights in Thailand, there are 39 airports in the country, some of them are international.

The largest airport is Suvarnabhumi, which is located in. Suvarnabhumi can serve 76 flights per hour. The second largest airport is located in the city of the same name.

Flights from Russia to Thailand are carried out by Transaero, Aeroflot, S7 Airlines. Domestically, the most popular airlines are AirAsia, Bangkok Airways, Nok Air.

Airlines and airports in Thailand will pleasantly surprise you with good organization and customer-oriented service. Traveling within the country by plane is comfortable and inexpensive.

Detailed information about airports is available on the Airports of Thailand page, and about airlines - on the Airlines of Thailand page.

Water transport

Three types of water transport are common in Thailand:

Ferries. This public view transport. Ferries run from the ports of coastal cities to major islands and is the cheapest means of water transportation. There is an exact timetable for every active route.

Motor boats or spitboats. Use the services motor boat can be negotiated with private owners or with travel agencies organizing excursions. Spitbots come in different sizes. The advantage of this type of transport is high speed.

Long boats or longtails. Longtails are convenient to use while in small resorts in Thailand. As a rule, it is easier to rent a longtail from a private trader. As part of excursions where it is necessary to move on water over short distances, this type of transport is also used. A trip on a longtail will seem more exciting than on a ferry or motorboat.

On islands or coastal cities, there is always at least one port from where ferries, boats and boats leave. Here you can also find the schedule and cost of flights following daily. Private boats are usually moored near the port or on the shores allowed for mooring.

Eastern line towards Cambodia. Trains run through Chachensau, Aranyaprathet, return to Chonburi before.

Northwest line towards Laos. Trains run through the cities of Surin, Ubon Ratchathani, Khon Kaen to Nong Khai.

It is advisable to buy tickets in advance at the ticket office. There are several classes of wagons in Thailand. The first class assumes the presence of an air conditioner in the car and comfortable shelves for lying in separate compartments. There are no separate compartments in second-class carriages; air conditioning or a fan is available. The third class is seating, only fans are installed in the car.

If you went to Thailand "on a package" and are not going to deviate from the tourist trails, preferring to use ready-made options excursion service, then the problem of transport is not so relevant for you. But even package tourists need basic knowledge about the arrangement of transport at the place of stay. Ignorance is waste of money. For independent travelers, it is very important to understand and know all aspects of traveling around Thailand. This material will a large number of useful links to third-party resources, where you can also get useful information about transport in Thailand.

General information and modes of transport

In this part of the world, in Thailand, we meet many strange modes of transport, which puts many tourists in a stupor. The lack of security standards, compared to Russia, at first glance seems reckless, to say the least. But after a while you will see how well it works, and the number of accidents is not as high as it seems and the children do not fall from the local pickup trucks, although they hang from them in clusters. Of course, not everything looks as clean and good as, for example, in Western Europe, but it works, and it's cheap and fun.

Thailand has a developed network highways, with a total length of 64,600 km. The general condition of the roads can be described as good, even above average. Movement is left-handed. You can buy gasoline at gas stations in cities and on highways. In most villages there are only small roadside huts where fuel is supplied from a large barrel. The cost of fuel is about 34 baht for 91 gasohol. (a mixture of gasoline and alcohol)

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Urban transport

The city transport familiar to us in the form of regular buses, trams, trolleybuses may be completely absent, especially in small towns. If Bangkok has a well-developed and streamlined network bus routes, then in big city Chiang Mai, the main means of transport public use is a taxi.

The majority of the population has its own motorbike and therefore the problem public transport In Thailand, it's pretty easy.

Types of urban vehicles

songteo(Songtay / songthaew) - pickup trucks (or small trucks) in the back of which 2 rows of seats are installed, literally translated from Thai means "two benches". They are a popular type of urban transport. Wherein appearance and the type of songteo is very dependent on the specific city. They usually have a fixed rate of 10 to 40 baht. But in some cases, the cost depends on the distance and then a price list is posted. (this is how it is done on the island of Koh Chang) If you are a group of 8-12 people, then you should rent a songteo. Often the songteo is painted in a certain color, which corresponds to the direction of its movement. For example, a white songteo in Pattaya runs along the Sukhkumvit transit road, and dark blue ones along the streets of the city.
Rickshaw- these tricycles are designed for short-term transportation of 1 to 2 people, again and again the price must be negotiated before proceeding, usually around 30-60 baht.

Trishaw. An endangered type of vehicle in Thailand. IN tourist places not found or found exclusively for tourists.

Knock Knock is a motorized version of the rickshaw. The tuk-tuk is very popular with tourists, although it is quite noisy and inconvenient to travel, especially during the rainy season.

Classic Thai Tuk-Tuk

Water transport, most common in Bangkok and is a convenient transport if your path lies near the Chao River Praia or one of the city canals.
Motobike or in Thai "Motosai" is an auxiliary vehicle that is located on almost every corner. Motobikers can be dressed in vests of different colors. The price of the trip must be agreed before, and not after, arrival at the place.

Mototaxi. One of the most popular modes of transport in Thailand.

Tahi Meter- the most common and convenient type of vehicle in Bangkok and some other cities. For more details, see the material on transport in Bangkok.

Transport in Phuket

Phuket is already notorious among tourists for its transport problem. Taxi mafia in conjunction with corrupt police and state. employees divided the territory of Phuket into zones of influence, set a crazy price list that exceeded the cost of a taxi even in Europe and the USA. Often even tourist buses tour operators are unable to pick up tourists from the hotel, because taxi drivers just block the way. Remember - Phuket taxi is a mafia structure and if you can do without a taxi - do it. Do not allow conflict situations with taxi drivers, it can end badly for you, the police will simply refuse to help you. An example of taxi driver lawlessness is the so-called "Russian rebellion", which was started by taxi drivers. The police simply watched as the offices of legally existing firms were trashed and did nothing.

There are scheduled buses and trucks in Phuket, try to find out their traffic patterns near your hotels. If you rent a motorbike or car in Phuket, we recommend http://phuketdrive.com.

Railway transport

Rail transport is not very popular among tourists. Perhaps the reason for this is the developed network of bus routes. In Thailand, buses long distance different increased comfort and low price. The use of rail transport can be justified on the routes Phuket - Bangkok - Chiang Mai. Families traveling with children also often choose the train because of the convenience of accommodation.

Official website of the railways of Thailand. On the site you can always download the latest timetable, find out prices and train numbers.

Thailand railway map

Thailand's railway network consists of four main lines and several secondary lines.

Northern Line links Bangkok with Chiang Mai passing through Ayutthaya and Pitsanulok. After Ayutthaya, the Northern line splits into two directions. One branch goes east to Ubon Ratchatani through the city of Surin. Another branch of the direction connects the capital of Thailand with Nong Kai and Udon Tanin.

The eastern line has two branches, one of which runs from Bangkok to Aranjapratet (Aranjapratet) on the border with Cambodia, the second branch connects Bangkok with the city of Si Racha (Si Racha) and Pattaya.

The southern line extends to the border with Malaysia and has a number of short branches.

Separately, it is necessary to highlight the western direction of the railway with the terminal station Nam Tok (Waterfall) This section of the road passes through Kanchanaburi, perhaps this is the most famous railway in the whole South-East Asia. The so-called Death Railway, which was built during World War II and is famous for the movie The Bridge on the River Kwai.

Fares vary depending on the class, the presence of air conditioning in the car and the speed of the train. hard, wooden seats third class costs about the same as scheduled bus and are great for short trips. For long trips, it makes sense to choose a minimum of soft seats. Trains long distance second-class carriages are equipped with berths. There is an opportunity for additional fee select seats with air conditioning.

All intercity trains are equipped with dining cars, and the staff brings food in compartments. Tourist menu written in English language, but the prices are much higher, there are reports that the menus in Thai contain more low prices but the information needs to be verified.

bus service

Thai buses are sometimes works of art, fantastically decorated. Bus transportation is well developed almost throughout Thailand, it can be said that this is the main mode of transport for long-distance travel. From Bangkok within one night you can get to almost anywhere in Thailand.

Typical Thai tourist bus

Regular bus in Bangkok

The hallmark of an organization bus service in Thailand is the presence of large and small transport companies that compete with each other. This leads to some inconvenience, because. bus stations are not always the end or starting point of the route. Often the "bus station" is just an ordinary office, to which the bus arrives at the appointed time, picks up passengers and continues along the route.

In some cases, transport companies collect their passengers from their place of residence. For example, the company "Pattaya Group 35" does this, which provides transfers to the islands of Koh Chang, Koh Kood, Koh Samet

The fare in Thai long-distance buses is very low compared to Russia, while being many times more comfortable than Russian buses. Large companies care about the image and do everything to improve the comfort of the trip. beautiful girls flight attendants in custom-made uniforms, dinner on the bus, hot meals at bus stops, massage chairs and many other useful things you can find along the way.

Be sure to see "Helpful Tips" below for proper ticket purchase.

The first thing to remember when in Thailand on bus station, this is what there is competition. For example, there may be 10 transport companies at the bus station and therefore there is no need to rush to buy a ticket. If there is no ticket in one company, then you can look into the next window and there may be a ticket for the time you need.

In a tourist place, it should be understood that a songthaew that follows the route and costs 10-20 baht quickly turns into a taxi. If you stop an empty songthaew and ask the driver: - "Will I get to the hotel XXX?" The driver will almost always answer that you will get there and will take you to this hotel already, like a taxi. If this option suits you, then negotiate the price in advance.

If you are going to travel on a rental motorbike or car, be sure to take a bilingual map (En and Th) of the roads of Thailand with you, on which all roads, including country roads, should be marked. Road maps are sold in stores at gas stations. Thais are very polite and often help in finding a destination, by poking the right place on the map you will at least get a wave of your hand in the right direction.

useful links

All airports in Thailand. Useful information, contact details.

Divorce in transport

The most popular divorce is the substitution of the price for a taxi. It looks like this. There are three of you, you stop the songteo and say the hotel you need. You are told the price of 300 baht, you agree. Upon arrival, you pay 300 baht, and the taxi driver makes amazed eyes and says 900 baht! and points to each of the passengers and says "300" - "300" - "300". This is a classic traffic scam in Thailand.

Unfortunately, for many small private companies serving exclusively tourists, the concepts of "image" and "reputation" are not familiar. A prime example such companies are intercity buses departing from Khao San Road (Bangkok). Western travelers (already not spoiled by comfort) often complain about the interior in a deplorable state, non-working air conditioning, aggressive drivers, etc. From time to time on these routes, there are reports of stolen items from luggage. While you are driving in the cabin, someone is driving in luggage compartment and methodically checks your luggage for valuables. Therefore, valuables should always be taken to the salon! Pay attention to how Western tourists travel with two backpacks - one small backpack always hangs on the chest, where valuables are.

Tuk-tuk drivers in Bangkok like to swindle tourists on "interesting trips". Often, tourists are waiting on the approaches to the Royal Palace, the pier or other tourist places and happily declare that today is a holiday. Royal Palace(or whatever) is closed. And they immediately offer to take you to even more interesting palace, but along the way they will still show an "interesting place". Interesting place will be either a souvenir shop or a jewelry shop.

Bangkok taxi drivers came up with another way to scam tourists for money, who take tourists in circles around the city, winding up the meter. Dealing with this is very simple - turn on mobile phone GPS and track the path to the point you need. For reliability, use the word GPS a couple of times in your speech so that the driver understands that such a number will not work with you.

Transport rental

Upon arrival in Thailand, you can rent a moped or motorcycle, and thereby immediately solve the problem of personal transport. Motorbikes in Thailand are readily available, especially in coastal resorts, on the islands The average cost of rent per day is 200-300 baht.

Car rental is also convenient way travel in Thailand. Good roads, many signs and pointers to important tourist sites- caves, National parks, hotels. To rent a car, foreigners must have international driver license, but some companies accept national driver's license. Small offices often do not ask for rights, but in this case you should carefully read the contract and check the availability of insurance very carefully.

The cost of renting a car from 800 baht per day. Insurance included. Almost all car rental companies require a deposit of at least 2,000 baht.

Rental offices:

http://www.thhairentacar.com - car rental.

Air transport

In Thailand air Transport highly developed and popular. Domestic flights of local airlines allow you to get to almost anywhere in Thailand. For booking and buying tickets are used credit cards Visa or Mastercard. Below is a list and short description local airlines that offer flights within the country and neighboring states. The main airports in Thailand are located in Bangkok, Chiang Mai in the north and Phuket, Trat and Koh Samui in the south, but there are 13 other airports for domestic passengers throughout the country.

NOTE: Most airlines operate flights to Bangkok from old Don Mueang, but there is an option to depart from new Suvarnabhumi airport. Be careful and check the place of departure!

To reduce costs, purchase tickets well in advance of the departure date. Many airlines often open special promotions and offers, so it is worth checking all the offers in order to buy a ticket profitably. It is not uncommon for a plane ticket to cost less than 1,000 baht.

Thai airlines

AirAsia

One of the most popular low cost airlines in Southeast Asia. Carries like international flights, as well as internal ones. Air Asia operates flights between the following cities: Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Krabi, Nakhon Si Tamarat, Narathiwat, Phuket, Surat Thani, Ubon Ratchatani and other destinations. It is important that the company organizes ready-made transfer packages for its clients, including bus tickets, ferries. International flights. Australia, Brunei, Cambodia, China, Macau, Hong Kong, Laos, Myanmar, Nepal, Malaysia, Taiwan, Sri Lanka, Singapore, South Korea, Vietnam, Saudi Arabia. The list of destinations is constantly changing, stay tuned for the latest information on the official website.

Nok Air

Small airline offers domestic flights in Thailand and international flights to Penang (Malaysia) and Vientiane (Laos). It flies between the following cities: Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Hat Yai, Phuket, Nakhon Si Tamarat, Surat Thani, Udon Thani, Trang, Mai Khon Son, Chiang Rai, Pai and others. See full list Online. In addition to flights, it offers ready-made transfers, for example, to Phi Phi Island.

Orient Thai Airlines

Small company. According to the official website (February 2013) flies between the following cities: Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Pai, Phuket. There are international flights to Hong Kong.

Thai Airways

It is the national carrier of Thailand, which is a member Star Alliance, as well as many and many other European lines. This means that prices are much higher than in the case of the lines above, but the level of service and comfortable travel is better. In Thailand, the period between the following cities: Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Khat, Kon Ken, Koh Samui, Krabi, Mai Khon Son, Pitsanulok, Phuket, Surat Thani, Raczatani Ubon, Udon Tani.

Tuk-tuk in Ayutthaya

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Transport in Thailand: original and classic

Tuk-tuk in Thailand is very popular with modern tourists. This is a unique mode of transport, which is often called "motorcycle taxi", "songthaew" or even "rickshaw". It is, in fact, a tuk-tuk compact pickup truck, along the body of which there are convenient benches for passengers. A special awning protects passengers from the sun.

The fare in a tuk-tuk, as a rule, ranges from 10 to 20 baht. In some cases, when it comes to overcoming long route, this figure can increase up to 60 baht. However, the above is true only for those situations when a person who has taken a seat in a tuk-tuk travels directly along the established route. If you ask the driver if he can take you to your hotel and get an affirmative answer, be prepared to pay up to 300 baht. In this case, the tuk-tuk will work already in taxi mode. And the same applies to the operation of this type of transport at night.

Using the services of a tuk-tuk is not difficult. These maneuverable vehicles can be seen on many streets of large resort towns. Moreover, the driver always gives signs to tourists, attracting their attention. According to one version, the name "tuk-tuk" itself came from the corresponding sound signal used by "rickshaws" to attract customers. In addition, you can stop the songthaew with a wave of your hand - so do not hesitate, at any time convenient for you, you can easily use the services of this type of transport.

From exotic to classic

If you do not want to move on a scooter bouncing on potholes through the noisy streets of the resort town, you can use the metro. To date, the subway in Thailand is also in demand, as it is the fastest way to travel around Bangkok.

The city has three metro lines

Underground City Line (has one ground branch);

Ground BTS Skytrain;

Underground MRT.

The subway in Bangkok operates from 6.00 to 24.00, and the fare directly depends on how many stations a particular passenger has to overcome. As a rule, this figure ranges from 15 to 40 baht. You can also buy for 120 baht ticket, which will be valid all day long. And it is very convenient for tourists who constantly ride the subway.

Traveling by metro, you can see many sights during the day. For example, it will be convenient to visit the Jim Thompson Museum by getting to the National Stadium station by skytrain. In addition, you can look into Mueang Boran Park, which is considered a museum under open sky- however, in this case, from the On Nut station ground metro you have to take the bus.

The metro will be very convenient for fans of shopping. Leaving, for example, at the Siam underground metro station, you will find yourself in the shopping area of the city of the same name. And from Rachathewi station, you can easily walk to Pantip Plaza - the well-known shopping center electronics and photographic equipment.

A few words about the movement on intercity buses

An exceptionally affordable mode of transport are also buses in Thailand. Several companies offer passenger transportation services, and each of them has three types of buses: VIP class, First and Second. Vehicles different classes differ significantly from each other in price and level of comfort. VIP class buses have a minimum number of seats (usually 24), tickets for them are more expensive than for other buses, but at least one meal is included in the fare. Also, in such buses, passengers can be given water, napkins, blankets, etc.

If long-distance transport in Thailand is developed quite well, then with urban public transport everything is much worse. It is very inconvenient to use it, and in some cities it is not available at all. Only in Bangkok and major cities Isana public transport vaguely resembles an organized system.

In all other places, it is much easier to rent a tuk-tuk, motorcycle taxi, take a songthaew or walk. In some cities or islands, such as Chiang Mai, Hua Hin or Koh Samui is better generally rent a motorbike and learn how to ride it.

songteo

Songteo is the main public transport in Thailand. It vaguely resembles our minibuses. The word itself is translated as "two benches", which, in general, fully reflects the essence of this type of transport. This is a passenger pickup truck, where instead of a standard body, a special one is installed, designed to carry passengers. The sides of the body are half-open, two long benches are fixed along them.

In Pattaya and Phuket, this type of transport is often called a tuk-tuk. Guides make such a mistake in their stories, after which all tourists pick up this funny and easy-to-remember word.

To get out in right place, you must press a special button, which is located on the ceiling. The car is designed for 10-12 seats, and a few more people can ride standing on the rear footboard. In fact, it is not as dangerous as it seems from the outside. You need to get into the songteo from behind. Just do not try to sit there with a giant backpack, it is better to take it off first.

Prices

On average, a songthaew trip will cost you 10 baht. Although the islands have higher prices: in Phuket - from 20 baht, on Koh Samui from 50 baht, and on Pha Ngan from 100 baht. The driver must pay the fare after getting out of the car.

Routes

But do not think that everything is so simple! The main problem is that it is almost impossible to understand where the songteo is going. Several cities have a clear numbering of routes, in some the direction is written in Thai. But in most cases, traditional Thai confusion makes itself felt, and if locals perfectly understand what kind of songteo they need, then a foreigner has to act at random. With suburban songthaews, things are a little better, because there, most often, the route is immediately clear. When traveling, keep in mind that in the late afternoon, cars start working as a regular taxi, and the fare increases significantly.

Mototaxi

These are the most common Thai motorbikes, whose drivers are engaged in transportation. To have the right to wait for passengers in specially designated areas and wear a colored vest, the driver must first obtain a license. Simply "bombing" in Thailand is not accepted. This mode of transport is the most common in small towns, despite the fact that it is far from the cheapest. Mototaxi is an ideal option for those who travel alone and light. The fare starts from 15 baht, but usually does not exceed 30-40 baht per person. You won’t have to look for a motorbike for a long time, motorcycle taxi drivers are as annoying as tuk-tukers.

tuk tuks

A tuk-tuk is a large three-wheeled motorcycle that has a windshield and a roof. The front seat is occupied by the driver, and 2-3 passengers can sit in the back. In traffic jams, this is a rather nimble and indispensable mode of transport; only a motorbike or motorcycle taxi will be faster and more agile.

In some cities, for example, in Chiang Rai or Phuket, tuk-tuks mean small 4-wheeled vehicles.

Tuk-tuk, like songteo, is a fairly common mode of transport in Thailand. It can be rented for a few hours, for the whole day, or to get from place to place. The exception, perhaps, is Pattaya, where you will not find tuk-tuks.

Prices

This is the most common form of transport in Thailand, which can rightfully be called popular. But at the same time, it cannot be said that tuk-tuk travel is cheap, especially for foreigners who are constantly trying to make money. At some bus stations and railway stations, price lists hang, where real prices are displayed. The minimum fare in the city is 30 baht, more often 40-50 baht. For a tourist, a trip around Bangkok by tuk-tuk can be more expensive than a similar trip by taxi. The average fare for a tuk-tuk is about 1.5 times higher than for a motorcycle taxi. But if you are traveling in two or three people, it will be more profitable than paying for a motorcycle taxi for everyone.

How to find a tuk-tuk

You don't even have to look for tuk-tukers, they will find you themselves. Not without reason, tuk-tukers and motorcycle taxi drivers are considered the most annoying people in Thailand. Every day, you will hear the phrase many times: “Mr. Be careful in tourist areas, as there are often cases of fraud. A tuk-tuker can take you to the wrong place, but to a store where he is paid a commission.

Taxi

In Thailand, there are practically no ordinary car taxis. You can use their services only in Pattaya, Bangkok, Phuket and Chiang Mai. It is very easy to recognize a taxi car - it will be bright in color, and Taxi Meter will be written on top. The total fare will depend on the price per landing, per kilometer, and per demurrage. The cost of a kilometer may vary: the longer the distance, the cheaper. Please note that there are drivers who do not turn on the meter or cheat. It is important to immediately stop such moments. In Thailand, private transportation is practically non-existent, so in places where taxis are not common, it is better to use songthaews, motorcycle taxis or tuk-tuks.

Samlo (bicycle taxi)

This type of transport is also called "pedicab". To date, it has practically not survived. Major cities like Bangkok don't have it at all. The device itself is a large tricycle, in which a passenger seat is installed instead of a trunk. It travels quite slowly, but the fare is much cheaper than other modes of transport.

Metro

Rail transport is only in Bangkok. Moreover, both underground and aboveground. You can quickly get where you need to go. True, it will cost quite a lot. In addition, trains can be used in Bangkok as urban transport. In some cases, this is very convenient.

Buses

Although intercity bus lines developed very well, the same cannot be said about city buses. Only in Bangkok there is a system that, with a big stretch, can be classified as effective and correct. Some attempts were made to do the same in other cities, but they were not crowned with success. Therefore, only in Bangkok can you effectively use the bus. There are also metrobuses, which are high-speed buses, for which a separate lane has been allocated. For intracity trips, it is sometimes convenient to use suitable intercity buses 3 classes.

In today's article we will talk about such a mode of transport as a tuk-tuk.

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- This is such a traditional mode of transport, like a tuk-tuk. Funny name, even more funny content)) By the way, there is a version that the tuk-tuk replaced the rickshaws that carried people.

A modern tuk-tuk is a three-wheeled scooter with a roof, a kind of motorized carriage, assembled in Thai garages from improvised pieces of iron, wood and plastic. Sometimes you wonder how the tuk-tuk on which you are riding has not yet collapsed. It is usually placed on it, which godlessly rumbles and smokes. The biggest plus of such public transport is its cheapness and speed. To drive this motorized carriage, you need to agree with the tuk-tuker (driver) about the destination and agree on the price for which he will take you. The most interesting thing is that tuk-tukers, as a rule, do not break prices and it makes no sense to bargain with them for "five kopecks".

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