I'd 100% recommend taking buses in BKK. Very local experience and probably the cheapest way to get around. Most of the time they'll charge a flat fee of like 10 THB. Try it :)
If you have a good route to your destination it is a great option BUT a) in rushhour it can sometimes take 2 hours in stop and go traffic for what would take 20 minutes in normal traffic and most importantly b) sometimes there's no bus for hours on the route you need to take!
@@kineticthailand3560 no A/C on city buses, often in very poor condition and overcrowded. The diesel fumes belch black smoke and contribute to the black stained buildings in BKK
It's all about the motorbike taxi's, my first time on a motorbike was on a mb taxi, whizzing through BKK was fun and quicker weaving in and out of traffic.
Big tip about the BTS during rush hour. If you have to wait more than 5 minutes for the train and the platform has tons of people waiting, it's likely that the trains are backed up. Let everyone pack onto the train that comes and there's going to be another one immediately behind it that's nearly empty! The reason the trains are backed up is because people are taking so long to pack onto the first train that comes so that train gets all the traffic, but the next one is almost always empty and right behind it.
Be aware that some ferry terminals (like Phra Athit) have dual pricing, different ticket vendors for Thai and non-Thai speakers, obviously at three times the price. Also, moto taxis are probably the cheapest extreme sport around for any adrenaline junkies. Just offer a tip for speedy service, and bring spare pants.
Another great video. Definitely fully agree on taking public transportation and yes the first time taking the trains is a little crazy. But Bangkok is a good place to start with the Google app as you recommended. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦!
I totally agree. I love the public transport system here. I’m just up the road from you near Sukhumvit 101/1. If I’m doing a day trip on the BTS, I get an “all day pass” for ฿140 and I get on and off the BTS all day. When finished I donate my pass to another passenger so they get free travel. Also… don’t forget the “Baht Bus” or Songtaws. My Baht bus goes from Seacon Square to Udum Suk BTS (5km) for ฿8.
I would say taxi, BTS and MRT are the common form of transportation for most tourists in BKK. The real adventure is to use buses :). I like ferry a lot tho one time instead of going to my destination I just entered a ferry which only cross the river instead of running down the river. It was funny tho. All the best!
If it’s a short journey take a taxi definitely it’s quicker as there is no escalator or waiting to buy a ticket and about the same cost or a little more but worth it
Great video - but busses are a great way to see the city. Some of the red busses are actually free ! A little harder to figure out but the no AC busses really let you see, hear and smell the city when your feet are tired! Like you said, great way to get rid of the abundance of coins.
Yeah mate, BTS and MRT are realy great, the longtails on the water and taxi aswell as motorbike taxi are the next best thing, and last the tuktuk just to add a little touristic Juice to it 🤣 Anyhow, great blog Adam, and as always, C Ya in the next one, cheers 🙌🍻
Never take a Taxi thats waiting for customers always flag them down. moto taxis are good for weaving through traffic. Avoid Bts metro at peak hours . Canal boats are great too ! Ps spare helmets good way to get nits ! 🤣
They messed up several years ago with the BTS fares. It used be that all the fares were increments of 5 baht but then they changed it so it was often single baht numbers. Not only did that make it take longer to complete the fare payment, but it often left you with a pocket full of single baht coins !
I find the buses an awesome alternative for short journeys, only if you know what you are doing. Quite an experience though, as nothing is in English! haha
If your starting point and destination are near Skytrain stations then the Skytrain/BTS/MRT is by far the easiest, cheapest and most convenient way to travel in Bangkok. Much easier, cheaper and usually quicker than a taxi. On top of that, it also gives some very nice views of the city. Obviously if one or both isn't close to a station then that may not be the case.
Well buddy if you been to Singapore, Singapore is very well regulated and hiking up price as and when the taxi driver like it it’s against the law. Unless of course you taking taxi from Singapore airport the surcharges are upfront informed. So I think not every taxi in the world is a scam, at least not for Singapore (:
Well sometimes you have to take a taxi example, no bts or mrt is going to suan luan, only some of the way but i agree transport with mrt and bts is very good and quick, but its not goes everywhere, only nearly everywhere. Stay safe Rak Thais RAk Thailand samer
Great video and I agree so many choices for transport. But I do disagree in regards to taking the train from the airport. If I arrive late or after the trains shut down obviously i take a cab. But other than that I love the train. Easy and cheap and faster than the cab if during rush hour ect. Keep your tip videos coming.
Hey I love watching your videos. Just quick question- what transportation should I use for Suvarnabhumi airport to Pattaya?I have booked beach roadside hotel near soi 11. Taxi looks expensive.
After exiting arrival area of the airport, go to the lower level of the building, there is at least one bus company that goes directly from Suvarnabhumi to Pattaya about every 30 minutes at around ฿130. At least it has been like that before Covid. You can also get a pre-booked private taxi from about ฿1000-1200.
I'm not sure that the Pattaya bus from BKK airport is still running, if not then you'll need to get to Ekkamai. The bus station at Ekkamai has the really cheap bus (120 baht) to Pattaya. You can either take a taxi to Ekkamai station or take the Airport Rail link to Makkasan station, and then either take the MRT 1 station to the BTS, or just walk (I'd take the MRT if you have luggage). Then you can take the BTS to Ekkamai and catch the bus there.
Got a taxi driver to agree to use the meter. He bitched about it loudly the entire 30 min ride. I would have rather paid double to not have to listen to it. I often use high end end hotels doorman staff to get me a cab as they ask (tell) the driver to use their meter. if they argue they send them off and call forward another taxi.
Adam, a suggestion. Show how to use the ticket kiosk and how to get through the gate for tourists. My girlfriend, (now wife), and I got paper tickets for the BTS. She was well ahead of me through the gate. I saw others tapping their tickets on the top pad so I did the same, didn't work. Didn't know I had to put my ticket in the slot, so embarrassing. And, what about the coin?????
Yup, welcome to Thailand where if you test positive for Covid they lock you up in a ASQ hotel for 2 weeks, even if you’re asymptomatic and triple vaccinated. But locals can get away with drinking beer while operating a mototaxi. Gotta love this place.
@@jkasbf 👀 oh 💩 I guess drunk driving makes you immune to death but covid is 100% sure to kill. Maybe we need to run clinical trials on drunk driving too...like again 🤔 can never be to sure about the numbers
The BTS train system is a nightmare to navigate around. In peak times you are jammed in like sardines in a tin. Totally confusing for a tourist. Taxis all the way, they are cheap, thousands of them around, convenient , relaxing and plenty of room for your luggage.
Hey man seen you today eating lunch here in Pattaya. Said hey, sorry i interrupted you. Didn't mean to be rude. Just wanted to say hey. Love your videos brother.
Noob, after a few years in Bkk, your only method of transport will be air conned taxis. Limited noise and comfort allows for a nap if the traffic is bad.
Not exactly right. The bad taxi drivers usually exist in the central of Bangkok. Frankly, I feel annoying. However, in the areas beyond the center, the drivers will take the fee according to the meter.
I took the BTS , MRT and bus, ha ha, if you have time, like I do, great way, for the rest of Thailand rent a bike/scooter, freedom to go around. btw I've got you in vdo for NYE... i could see your RED girlfriendsfrom far away and I knew you were there, ha ha. if you want it just let me know.
In my experience Tuk tuks are a 1 time tourist experience only...they are overpriced, smog smelling, non air conditioned, often rude and possibly drunk driven !.Taxis in popular areas like Nana and around the major malls will OFTEN REFUSE TO USE THE METER...this is against their association rules and the tourist association does not condone it but it happens very frequently. My small revenge after cussing them out is to exit on the passenger side rear seat and walk away leaving the door open so they have to get out and walk around the car to close it. I have also complained to TAT with their ID info. The BTS and MRT are the way to go as you said !
Dude the editing and story telling is so good in this video ❤️ so much respect !!
@ TRAVEL WITH CHRIS, totally agree, well done keis one.
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I'd 100% recommend taking buses in BKK. Very local experience and probably the cheapest way to get around. Most of the time they'll charge a flat fee of like 10 THB. Try it :)
If you have a good route to your destination it is a great option BUT a) in rushhour it can sometimes take 2 hours in stop and go traffic for what would take 20 minutes in normal traffic and most importantly b) sometimes there's no bus for hours on the route you need to take!
I also really like songthaews! Unfortunately there isn't any where I live currently.
@@kineticthailand3560 no A/C on city buses, often in very poor condition and overcrowded. The diesel fumes belch black smoke and contribute to the black stained buildings in BKK
Really nice video! Very dynamic and cool! Thanks for all the tips about how to get around in Bangkok! Cheers!
It's all about the motorbike taxi's, my first time on a motorbike was on a mb taxi, whizzing through BKK was fun and quicker weaving in and out of traffic.
Thank you for sharing, good advice.
Big tip about the BTS during rush hour. If you have to wait more than 5 minutes for the train and the platform has tons of people waiting, it's likely that the trains are backed up. Let everyone pack onto the train that comes and there's going to be another one immediately behind it that's nearly empty! The reason the trains are backed up is because people are taking so long to pack onto the first train that comes so that train gets all the traffic, but the next one is almost always empty and right behind it.
In the middle of this year, 2 more lines of the Super Monorail will be opened, namely the Pink Line and the Yellow Line.
Be aware that some ferry terminals (like Phra Athit) have dual pricing, different ticket vendors for Thai and non-Thai speakers, obviously at three times the price. Also, moto taxis are probably the cheapest extreme sport around for any adrenaline junkies. Just offer a tip for speedy service, and bring spare pants.
I didn’t know about the dual pricing, I always pay on the ferry.. great tip!
Bike taxis are definitely an extreme sport 🤣
Another great video. Definitely fully agree on taking public transportation and yes the first time taking the trains is a little crazy. But Bangkok is a good place to start with the Google app as you recommended. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦!
I totally agree. I love the public transport system here. I’m just up the road from you near Sukhumvit 101/1. If I’m doing a day trip on the BTS, I get an “all day pass” for ฿140 and I get on and off the BTS all day. When finished I donate my pass to another passenger so they get free travel. Also… don’t forget the “Baht Bus” or Songtaws. My Baht bus goes from Seacon Square to Udum Suk BTS (5km) for ฿8.
Udom Suk, stayed near there for a month, brings back memories 🙂
@@fair98fair did you go to Udom Suk Walk?
@@ltb68 Yes, i was the only farang there but i got by on my very average Thai 😆
You want good service, cheap, no way.
Great informative vid Adam. Nicely done but didn't see you with a beer at sunset this time. 😅
I would say taxi, BTS and MRT are the common form of transportation for most tourists in BKK. The real adventure is to use buses :). I like ferry a lot tho one time instead of going to my destination I just entered a ferry which only cross the river instead of running down the river. It was funny tho. All the best!
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Love the t-shirt mate
If it’s a short journey take a taxi definitely it’s quicker as there is no escalator or waiting to buy a ticket and about the same cost or a little more but worth it
Great video - but busses are a great way to see the city. Some of the red busses are actually free ! A little harder to figure out but the no AC busses really let you see, hear and smell the city when your feet are tired! Like you said, great way to get rid of the abundance of coins.
Excellent summary. Do not recommend tuk tuks. Most of them are greedy bar stewards 555
Yeah mate, BTS and MRT are realy great, the longtails on the water and taxi aswell as motorbike taxi are the next best thing, and last the tuktuk just to add a little touristic Juice to it 🤣
Anyhow, great blog Adam, and as always, C Ya in the next one, cheers 🙌🍻
I walk or moto taxi. But great info. And YES street food is safe !
Always buy from a vendor that is cooking it Not just displaying food !
Sounds like a great tip!
Another great vid can’t wait til April to be back in Thailand
Very informative. Beautiful City. You are a great presenter.
❌ No, he is a stupid presenter ❌
Yo Bro, No deal at soi 11 is understandable 🤣, great video, see you around soon, last 2 days quarantaine 🙈
I take the sky train or bus, taxi if I’m feeling tired
We learned that on our first day in Thailand
Trains and buses are so good you don’t need to
Even tuk Tuks sometimes
Never take a Taxi thats waiting for customers always flag them down. moto taxis are good for weaving through traffic. Avoid Bts metro at peak hours . Canal boats are great too !
Ps spare helmets good way to get nits ! 🤣
Haha yeah definitely wash your hair after.. I’d still prefer a helmet to not having one, they ride crazy sometimes haha
Thailand. Car fuel, 1 dollar per liter, equivalent to 34 baht per liter in Thai money, equal to 1 dollar.
They messed up several years ago with the BTS fares. It used be that all the fares were increments of 5 baht but then they changed it so it was often single baht numbers. Not only did that make it take longer to complete the fare payment, but it often left you with a pocket full of single baht coins !
Adam! Where do you buy your shirts?
I would not call the BTS a train LOL
Hi mate, you make really good vids, creative! 'Ghost Tower' in Sathorn, nice......miss Thailand, even though I was just there last month! 🙃
I find the buses an awesome alternative for short journeys, only if you know what you are doing. Quite an experience though, as nothing is in English! haha
Most of Thai people don't go to tuk tuk because the weather is hot and only foreigners like tuk tuk.
If your starting point and destination are near Skytrain stations then the Skytrain/BTS/MRT is by far the easiest, cheapest and most convenient way to travel in Bangkok.
Much easier, cheaper and usually quicker than a taxi.
On top of that, it also gives some very nice views of the city.
Obviously if one or both isn't close to a station then that may not be the case.
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I've gotten lost on the BTS my first time using it. Missing your stop is pretty easy if you aren't paying attention lol!
I totally want see you have a meal that u say its shit lol
I do get the odd one, every time there is no meal in my video, it was no good haha
I'm Thai, I suggest that foreigners should not take a taxi because they may cheat you, I recommend calling Grab.
Keep cool my friend
Hi mate. Hope all ok. What’s that flight comparison site you used. You mentioned it in one of videos but cannot recall which one. Thanks
A motorbike taxi down sukhumvit road for the ultimate hair raising experience 🤙
Well buddy if you been to Singapore, Singapore is very well regulated and hiking up price as and when the taxi driver like it it’s against the law. Unless of course you taking taxi from Singapore airport the surcharges are upfront informed. So I think not every taxi in the world is a scam, at least not for Singapore (:
I see the Ferris wheel at Asiatique on the river. Bangkok was such fun.
Well sometimes you have to take a taxi example, no bts or mrt is going to suan luan, only some of the way but i agree transport with mrt and bts is very good and quick, but its not goes everywhere, only nearly everywhere.
Stay safe
Rak Thais RAk Thailand samer
If I can I always take a Tuk tuk. I do haggle a little but I Don’t care on the price. Just love riding in them. Part of the bangkok experience.
Why wouldn't you get the train from the airport? By far the cheapest and quickest way to the city. you should try it
I will check it out! I usually travel light anyway.. thanks for the tip 😊
BTS, public bus, Songtel, tourist boat and motorbike taxi - all good ways to get around.
Question: Where did you get your Bart S. T- Shirts? We like them.
There's a great train service from BKK Airport into the city, and very cheap.
Never take a taxi in bkk I hate them so much bunch of creeps and scammers try to find 1 that will do a metre instead of cash if your foreign
Great video and I agree so many choices for transport. But I do disagree in regards to taking the train from the airport. If I arrive late or after the trains shut down obviously i take a cab. But other than that I love the train. Easy and cheap and faster than the cab if during rush hour ect. Keep your tip videos coming.
Hey I love watching your videos. Just quick question- what transportation should I use for Suvarnabhumi airport to Pattaya?I have booked beach roadside hotel near soi 11. Taxi looks expensive.
After exiting arrival area of the airport, go to the lower level of the building, there is at least one bus company that goes directly from Suvarnabhumi to Pattaya about every 30 minutes at around ฿130. At least it has been like that before Covid. You can also get a pre-booked private taxi from about ฿1000-1200.
Don't you have to test on arrival in bkk?
5 - 7 days later second pcr test. Good luck with that in pattaya. Go to pattaya after the second test.
I'm not sure that the Pattaya bus from BKK airport is still running, if not then you'll need to get to Ekkamai.
The bus station at Ekkamai has the really cheap bus (120 baht) to Pattaya. You can either take a taxi to Ekkamai station or take the Airport Rail link to Makkasan station, and then either take the MRT 1 station to the BTS, or just walk (I'd take the MRT if you have luggage). Then you can take the BTS to Ekkamai and catch the bus there.
I miss bangkok so much
I think I heard the melody of One night in Bangkok. 🤭😅
Got a taxi driver to agree to use the meter. He bitched about it loudly the entire 30 min ride. I would have rather paid double to not have to listen to it. I often use high end end hotels doorman staff to get me a cab as they ask (tell) the driver to use their meter. if they argue they send them off and call forward another taxi.
Adam, a suggestion. Show how to use the ticket kiosk and how to get through the gate for tourists. My girlfriend, (now wife), and I got paper tickets for the BTS. She was well ahead of me through the gate. I saw others tapping their tickets on the top pad so I did the same, didn't work. Didn't know I had to put my ticket in the slot, so embarrassing. And, what about the coin?????
Scan the coin for entry, when you exit the metro put it in the small coin opening
Those bikers drinking beer was wild lol
Yup, welcome to Thailand where if you test positive for Covid they lock you up in a ASQ hotel for 2 weeks, even if you’re asymptomatic and triple vaccinated. But locals can get away with drinking beer while operating a mototaxi. Gotta love this place.
@@jkasbf 👀 oh 💩 I guess drunk driving makes you immune to death but covid is 100% sure to kill.
Maybe we need to run clinical trials on drunk driving too...like again 🤔 can never be to sure about the numbers
If in Bangkok and you decide on the spur of the moment to head to pattya for a day or two can you jump on a train or is there a better way ?
Air condition bus, make sure big bus, not small ones, makes for more comfortable and still affordable trip
The BTS train system is a nightmare to navigate around. In peak times you are jammed in like sardines in a tin. Totally confusing for a tourist.
Taxis all the way, they are cheap, thousands of them around, convenient , relaxing and plenty of room for your luggage.
I Almost Never EVER Take Taxi's. Always Walk / Public Transport. 1 Huge Problem In Bangkok Does NOT Run 24/7. Excellent All Around.
Taxi is my last resort when I travel because of too many scams!
4:30 ever been to london? ))))
Learn the language and you never will have a problem!
Wait till you get a bus and it cost about 7 baht to get across the city
have you tried mark weins place yet
Hey man seen you today eating lunch here in Pattaya. Said hey, sorry i interrupted you. Didn't mean to be rude. Just wanted to say hey. Love your videos brother.
Wasn’t rude at all mate, always happy to meet people! Thanks for saying hey 😊
Noob, after a few years in Bkk, your only method of transport will be air conned taxis. Limited noise and comfort allows for a nap if the traffic is bad.
Was about to say - show me some river fun!
A tour of all the canals in and around Bangkok would be awesome especially on Sam's fully sick glastron😉
@@Herbiegoesbananas Yesssss Riccardo!!!!!!!!! :)
Music is so loud mate.
Sounds like a you problem
@@Ratpiss_utd younger than you grandpa
Not exactly right. The bad taxi drivers usually exist in the central of Bangkok. Frankly, I feel annoying. However, in the areas beyond the center, the drivers will take the fee according to the meter.
The music overpowers the video. , Couldn't sit through the whole thing.
Bolt and Grab
Bolt is usually much cheaper, but grab is good sometimes.. grab for food! Haha
👍✨✌️💫😎
You ever show BBK graffiti
Might be time to do a Keis One burner🔥
Try vegan food so you don't impact the squids
This video sucks. He doesn't explain with details how to use the public system.
Lol im not a personalised info video for you.. bye cnt
I took the BTS , MRT and bus, ha ha, if you have time, like I do, great way, for the rest of Thailand rent a bike/scooter, freedom to go around. btw I've got you in vdo for NYE... i could see your RED girlfriendsfrom far away and I knew you were there, ha ha. if you want it just let me know.
Show us some graffiti
Yeah Keisy, show us some burners
In my experience Tuk tuks are a 1 time tourist experience only...they are overpriced, smog smelling, non air conditioned, often rude and possibly drunk driven !.Taxis in popular areas like Nana and around the major malls will OFTEN REFUSE TO USE THE METER...this is against their association rules and the tourist association does not condone it but it happens very frequently. My small revenge after cussing them out is to exit on the passenger side rear seat and walk away leaving the door open so they have to get out and walk around the car to close it. I have also complained to TAT with their ID info. The BTS and MRT are the way to go as you said !