Buses
 The
ordinary city buses are not air-conditioned and are usually crowded
during peak hours but their frequency is good. There are two types
of ordinary buses - the blue and the red ones. Besides, there
are smaller private buses. The blue buses and the smaller private
buses charge Bht. 2.50 and the red buses charge Bht. 3.50 throughout
the routes. Though comfortable for most of the day, the air-conditioned
buses are packed tol capacity by office-workers during the morning
and evening rush hours. The fares on the blue buses range from
Bht. 6 for a distance of up to 8 km. to a maximum of Bht. 16.
And from Bht 8 on the orange buses. Most maps of Bangkok indicate
the numbers of air-conditioned buses and their respective routes.
Smaller than the blue air-conditioned buses, micro
buses operate on some of the major routes in the city. The seats
have enough leg space. For the convenience of the passengers,
the buses carry a stock of Thai-language magazines. Video entertainment
also is available on board.
Taxis
 With
the recent introduction of metered taxis, it has become very convenient
for visitors to hail them and go to any destination without any
haggling over fares. The metered taxis have a sign "Taxi
Meter" on their roofs. The minimum fare is Bht. 35 for a
distance of no more than 2 km. The fare increases according to
the distance covered. For example, for a journey of 5 km, the
meter will show Bht. 49, for 10.99 km, the charge will be Bht.
71, for 18.99 km, the meter will show Bht. 99, and Bht. 125 for
a distance of 26.39 km. These rates are based on a travel speed
of over 6 km per hour. If the speed is slower, a surcharge of
one baht per minute is added automatically. In case of travel
by expressway, the toll is payable by the passenger.
 Sky
Train Stations
The typical station consists of two levels - concourse
and platform. The concourse provides ticketing facilities and
other passenger amenities as well as access to the system. The
platform is for waiting, boarding and alighting from the train.
Please be aware that the train may approach the platform anytime,
from any direction.
Trains
Our trains are designed to high international standards. Doors
open / close automatically. Beeper sounds will warn you when the
doors are about to close. If standing please stand clear of the
door's at all times.
Tuk - Tuks
 These three-wheeled automobiles are best used for covering short
distances. Less convenient than taxis, the tuk-tuks are considered
a faster mode of transport. They are also cheaper than ordinary
taxis but fares must be negotiated before boarding.
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Private Cars & Vans
Bangkok has a number of private car rental agencies
with fleet of modern cars and vans. Chauffeur-driven cars can
be rented from the agencies. To rent a car the driver must be
over the age of 21 years and hold a full license either in Thai
or from the rentes country of origin, with an English translation.
Hertz, Avis and Budget are the most popular rental companies in
Thailand.
Motor Cycle Taxis
Riding as a pillion on a motorcycle taxi is the
fastest way to travel around the city, as they can dart through
the non-moving traffic. When using a motorcycle taxi there is
a legal requirement to wear a crash helmet.
Ferry Services
 Traveling
by ferry is a fun way to cross the Chao Phraya River. It's also
a cheap way to travel up and down the river.
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