Driving in Thailand Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
overview of driving in Thailand
About Driving in Thailand
While tuk-tuks, buses, trains and motorcycle taxis are available in many cities in Thailand, the country has a strong car culture as well. However, traffic jams may occur in large cities including the capital city ofBangkok, so it is advised that you take public transport in these cities. However, in small cities and rural areas of Thailand, public transport may be infrequent or non-existent resulting in car dependency; thus a car is preferred to get around outside of Bangkok and other large cities. Thailand's roads are head and shoulders above those of its neighborsMyanmar,LaosorCambodia, and they have seen major improvements since the late 2010s. However, driving habits are still quite dangerous.Drunk driving,speedingandreckless passingare common, and bus and taxi drivers (especially for
Driving in Thailand Travel Guide Sections
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