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Getting to Thailand
 International
and Domestic Travel
Getting
Around Provincial Towns
Getting
Around Bangkok
Airport
Info & Transportation
Driving
Distance
Getting
Around Provincial Towns
 Taxis
: Only the towns of Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and Hat Yai have
metered taxis. For taxis in other towns, the fare must be
negotiated BEFORE getting in. Fares in towns other than Bangkok
should never exceed 200 Baht, unless going to remote villages
beyond the town's perimeters.
Songthaews : These are vans with 2 rows of seats
in the back, thus the literal translation of "2 rows".
In towns outside of Bangkok, these are equivalent to city
buses, running along popular routes at fixed fare prices,
normally in the range of 20-40 Baht. If you're traveling
in a large group, it might be worthwhile to hire the songthaews
as taxis.
Rickshaws/ Samlors : These three-wheeled bicycles are used
to transport 1-2 people a short distance. Prices should
be negotiated BEFORE getting in. Roughly 30-60 Baht is reasonably
for those few kilometers.
 Tuk-tuks
: The motorized version of the samlors were introduced here
by the Japanese during WWII. These are always popular with
tourists, though they are uncomfortable in heavy traffic
(carbon monoxide indulgence) and the rainy season, and are
extremely noisy. Prices should be negotiated BEFORE getting
in. Roughly 30-60 Baht is reasonably for those few kilometers.
Hired Car : If you want to go your own way, there are many
car hire firms in Thailand, including international rental
companies such as Hertz and Avis. The road system is good
and well sign - posted. An international driving license
is required.
Hired Mopeds : Mopeds and motorbikes are extremely
popular and highly available in most provincial towns, especially
the seaside resort towns. Average price for one day's rent
may be as low as 200-300 Baht, depending on the type of
moped/motorbike.
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