Bangkok Transportation Guide
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Scooter Taxis:
on the edge of the Soi
- 12 baht to Soi Isaraphab 33 to Soi Charansanitwong 12
- 30 baht to Wang Lang Pier, this is actually the fastest way to get around.
Taxi:
- Taxis are always available, no matter what time, and it will cost you around 50 baht to get to Siriraj. They'll take about 5 to 10 minutes depending on traffic as well.
- CALL CENTER 1681 24 hrs (+20bht)
Bus:
Bangkok also has an extensive bus service with routes serving every part of the city, providing a fun and inexpensive way to explore the city.
from Soi Isaraphab 33
- to Siriraj (Wang Lang) Pier
- Take bus route no 149 (approx. 10-15 mins) which cost 8 baht
- Take air-con bus route no 177 (approx. 10-15 mins) which cost 12 baht
- to Pata Pinkloa
- Take bus route no 149 (approx. 20-30 mins) which cost 8 baht
from Soi Charansanitwong 12
- to The Mall Tha Pha
- Take bus route no 68 (approx. 10-15 mins) which cost 8 baht
opposite Soi Charansanitwong 12
- to Pata Pinkloa
- Take bus route no 80 from (approx. 30 mins)
Water Taxi & Ferries:
There is a khlong (canal) that runs through Bangkok. “Tour” boats on the khlong are actually large speedboats, which serve as a pleasant alternative to the bus and the Metro.
- To Thammasat - Take the Ferry from Wang Lang to Tha Pra Chan which took around 3 minutes and cost 3.50 baht.
BTS Skytrain:
Skytrain stations are located in major commercial areas and can be an ideal means of transportation to escape the traffic. The nearest station is Wongwien Yai Station.
Subway:
Bangkok’s subway, nicknamed the Metro, is the newest mass transit system, opened in 2004. The subway runs from the city’s main railway station, Hua Lamphong, under two major Thoroughfares, Rama 4 Rd. and Ratchadaphisek Rd.