Bangkok transportation

  • Bangkok TravelHow to ride a bus in Bangkok

    How to ride a bus in Bangkok

    Beyond Bangkok’s reliable BTS Skytrain and MRT subway systems, the city also offers an extensive bus network that continues to serve as a vital transportation option for residents and visitors. The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) and Thai Smile Bus (TSB) operate a comprehensive fleet of buses that will help you get around Bangkok. Plus, it is a nice and cheaper…

  • Thailand TravelRiding Thailand’s iconic Tuk Tuks: A local guide for foreigners

    Riding Thailand’s iconic Tuk Tuks: A local guide for foreigners

    If you’re new to Thailand, one thing that might pop into your mind is the iconic tuk tuk, the three-wheeled, open-air vehicle buzzing around cities like Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and Phuket. Tuk tuks are more than just transport, they’re a cultural experience, giving you a close-up view of the vibrant streets. But before you hop on, there are a few…

  • Thailand TravelEverything you need to know about Mo Chit Bus Terminal

    Everything you need to know about Mo Chit Bus Terminal

    If you’re itching to explore more of Thailand beyond Bangkok, you need to check out Mo Chit Bus Terminal, or Mochit 2, as it’s often called. As shown in this video from Feverish Chic. This busy spot is a key place for travellers, helping you get to all sorts of places across the country—whether you’re off to the north, northeast,…

  • Bangkok NewsBangkok’s Red Line to extend 20-baht fare after ridership surge

    Bangkok’s Red Line to extend 20-baht fare after ridership surge

    The Red Line operator aims to extend its popular 20-baht flat-rate fare for another year following a significant increase in ridership during the current trial period, which expires in November. Passenger numbers on the Red Line surged by approximately 50% since the 20-baht fare was implemented in October last year, according to Suthep Punthupeng, CEO of SRT Electrified Train Co,…

  • Bangkok NewsBangkok’s new electric BRT buses first day issues face backlash

    Bangkok’s new electric BRT buses first day issues face backlash

    Bangkok’s launch of its new electric BRT buses on the Sathorn-Ratchaphruek route sparked significant criticism online due to numerous issues on the first day of service. These problems include an insufficient number of buses, longer waiting times, and malfunctioning doors. Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) Deputy Governor Wisanu Subsompon provided an update on the progress of the BRT (Bus Rapid Transit)…

  • Bangkok TravelHow to get an MRT card in Bangkok

    How to get an MRT card in Bangkok

    MRT, known as Bangkok’s Mass Rapid Transit, is one of the most popular modes of transportation in Thailand. With its multiple lines, such as the Blue Line, Purple Line, and others, it connects most of the important business, residential, and cultural areas of the city. MRT mostly runs underground, unlike BTS which runs on top of that. With an arrival…

  • Bangkok NewsThai Smile Bus launches electric bus services across Bangkok

    Thai Smile Bus launches electric bus services across Bangkok

    Thai Smile Bus (TSB) launched 24-hour air-conditioned bus services across 13 routes in Bangkok, featuring electric-powered buses operating every hour. This initiative aims to assist night-shift workers who struggle with transportation. The service began today, August 20. Kulapornphas Wongmacharapinya, CEO of Thai Smile Group, announced that the licenced public transport provider has expanded its services to meet the demand for…

  • Thailand NewsSudden bus route changes spark chaos for Bangkok commuters

    Sudden bus route changes spark chaos for Bangkok commuters

    Chaos ensued for bus commuters in Greater Bangkok, as route changes implemented this morning left many passengers bewildered and stranded. The unannounced alterations disrupted the usual morning commute, resulting in longer wait times and confusion over the new routes. Passengers overwhelmed the Facebook pages of the Bangkok Mass Transit Authority (BMTA), the Transport Ministry, and Bangkokbusclub.com with complaints. The sudden…

  • Thailand NewsBMTA set to go green with 3,390 electric buses

    BMTA set to go green with 3,390 electric buses

    Bangkok Mass Transit Authority (BMTA) embarks on an initiative to replace its ageing fleet with 3,390 electric buses, announced Deputy Transport Minister Manaporn Charoensri. During a recent board meeting, it was revealed that the BMTA has prioritised the urgent acquisition of new electric buses, aligning with its commitment to mitigate environmental impact across the metropolitan area. Manaporn, overseeing the BMTA,…

  • Press RoomBangkok joins forces with Netherlands for eco-friendly urban mobility

    Bangkok joins forces with Netherlands for eco-friendly urban mobility

    Bangkok has coordinated with the Dutch concept to design Bangkok into a walkable and cycling city. Assoc. Prof. Wisanu Supsompon, along with Sanon Wangsrangboon, the Deputy Governors of Bangkok and Remco Johannes van Wijngaarden, the Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to Thailand, attended a presentation of ideas and group activities discussion at the ACTIVE Workshop in Bangkok at…

  • Thailand NewsBangkok’s Pink Line monorail to open on December 18: Free rides until January 2

    Bangkok’s Pink Line monorail to open on December 18: Free rides until January 2

    Passengers can now embark on a thrilling ride through Bangkok‘s Pink Line monorail, soaring 34.5 kilometres from northwest to northeast. Offering an early holiday treat, the city is generously providing free rides until January 2, creating a buzz of excitement among locals and tourists alike. Mark your calendars for the grand opening on Monday, December 18. The Pink Line, an…

  • Thailand NewsBangkok’s 20-baht electric train policy boosts ridership by 30% on key lines

    Bangkok’s 20-baht electric train policy boosts ridership by 30% on key lines

    Bangkok was abuzz with positivity on October 28, as Dr Pichet Kunadhamraks, the Director General of the Department of Rail Transport, stepped forward to share the latest numbers. The recently implemented 20-baht electric train ride policy on the Red and Purple BTS lines saw a significant increase in ridership since its inception on October 16. The director general revealed a…

  • Thailand NewsOrange Line rail project prevails in court over BTSC dispute

    Orange Line rail project prevails in court over BTSC dispute

    Bangkok’s Orange Line rail project has seen a court decision emerge in its favour. The Central Administrative Court announced its backing for the Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA). The decision came in response to a lawsuit filed by Bangkok Mass Transit System Plc (BTSC). In the legal dispute, BTSC accused the MRTA of unjustly altering the terms of…

  • Thailand NewsMonorail disruption hampers newly launched Yellow Line service in Bangkok

    Monorail disruption hampers newly launched Yellow Line service in Bangkok

    Traffic disruption was recently experienced on the Yellow Line monorail after a technical glitch occurred just 20 days into the trial runs. The disruption resulted in the temporary closure of five stations from Lat Phrao 101 to Hua Mak for approximately 90 minutes yesterday. At 7am, an electrical problem surfaced which consequently halted operations, thereby marking the first instance of…

  • Transport NewsBangkok’s Yellow Line monorail endorsed by PM for easy city commute

    Bangkok’s Yellow Line monorail endorsed by PM for easy city commute

    Bangkok’s Yellow Line monorail route was given a stamp of approval today by Thailand’s Caretaker Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, who described the new mode of transport as “comfortable.” Setting off from the Yellow Line railway depot on Srinagarindra Road, he and his entourage embarked on a 45 minute journey covering the entire monorail line and reaching Lat Phrao. Though the…

  • Transport NewsBangkok group urges MRTA to protect historic shophouses in station plan

    Bangkok group urges MRTA to protect historic shophouses in station plan

    A Bangkok civil group has urged the Mass Rapid Transit Authority (MRTA) to move the proposed entry point for the Phan Fa Purple Line station in a bid to protect historic shophouses located on Phra Sumen Road. Rosana Tositrakul, an ex-senator of Bangkok and president of the Rattanakosin Heritage Conservation Group (RHCG), expressed concern that the century-old shophouses could be…

  • Thailand NewsBangkok public bus condemned by Singaporean tourist

    Bangkok public bus condemned by Singaporean tourist

    A Singaporean tourist condemned Bangkok Mass Transit Authority (BMTA) public buses after the driver of a bus in the capital closed its door and drove off as she was about to climb onboard. A Singaporean woman posted a video on her TikTok account, njwah, complaining about the service of a public bus in Bangkok. She wrote captions in Thai and…

  • Thailand News7 year old girl falls from mum’s bike, killed by oncoming public bus in Bangkok

    7 year old girl falls from mum’s bike, killed by oncoming public bus in Bangkok

    A seven year old girl was tragically killed on a Bangkok road yesterday while travelling to school. The child fell from her mother’s white Yamaha Scoopy motorcycle and was run over by an oncoming public bus. The driver drove on without stopping, later saying he did not notice the girl. A rescue team and medical workers from Sirirat Hospital rushed…

  • Thailand NewsBTS Skytrain demands 40 billion baht debt is paid

    BTS Skytrain demands 40 billion baht debt is paid

    The BTS Skytrain, under the BTS Group Holdings Public Company, launched a video yesterday to demand their money back! BTS says the government owes them 40 billion baht and they want the debt paid. The BTS revealed it intends to shame the government by airing the debt-collection message on every screen inside BTS trains and station platforms along Sukhumvit, or…

  • Thailand NewsTaxi fares in Bangkok to increase in two weeks

    Taxi fares in Bangkok to increase in two weeks

    The Ministry of Transport yesterday approved a motion to increase taxi fares in Bangkok after recent protests by the capital’s cab drivers. The new fares are expected to come into operation in the next two weeks. The Transport Ministry announced a month ago that taxi fares in Thailand would be increased after eight years of stagnation. The department of transport…

  • Thailand NewsRoom to shroom on Bangkok public buses

    Room to shroom on Bangkok public buses

    A fungi picture of mushrooms growing out of the seat of a public bus in Bangkok has gone viral on Thai social media. Some netizens made fun of pictures saying shitake happens while others were more serious saying enough is enough, time to refurbish Thai public buses. Political activist Jatuporn “New” Saeoueng posted the picture of the mushrooms growing out…

  • Thailand NewsRail operators deny passengers were trapped for 4 hours

    Rail operators deny passengers were trapped for 4 hours

    UPDATE Asia Era One’s Public Relations team denied any passengers were trapped in an Airport Rail Link train after a power failure last month. Asia Era One, who is responsible for the operation of the Airport Rail Link train, wants to clarify what happened when the power went down on Saturday, September 24. There were no passengers trapped inside the…

  • Bangkok NewsAngry woman taxi driver fined for racing a bus in Bangkok

    Angry woman taxi driver fined for racing a bus in Bangkok

    An emotionally-charged taxi driver appeared to lose her mind and forget her responsibilities as she turned into a joyriding thrill seeker as she played a dangerous game of cat and mouse with a bus coach. A video of three university students in the back of the crazed taxi driver’s car was posted last Friday, August 19, and went viral on…

  • Bangkok NewsNew Bangkok tunnel closed on opening day due to flood

    New Bangkok tunnel closed on opening day due to flood

    You couldn’t make this up. Finally, after 13 years of construction, the new Fai Chai Tunnel in Bangkok officially opened yesterday only to close due to a flood. Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt last month visited the unfinished Fai Chai Tunnel to talk with the Director of the Public Work Department, Taiwut Khankaew, about the project’s delay. Chadchart made a few…