Bangkok buses

The Bangkok Mass Transit Authority (BMTA) provides bus services to people living and working in Bangkok and provinces like Nonthaburi, Pathum Thani, Samut Sakhon, Samut Prakan, and Nakhon Pathom). BMTA covers over 100 routes and has more than 3,000 buses, including regular and air-conditioned buses as well as privately-owned buses and minibuses.

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Buses

Local buses in Bangkok

Local buses in Bangkok are a convenient and inexpensive way to get around the city. They operate on a vast network of routes, covering almost every corner of the city, and are identified by their distinctive colors, such as orange, blue, and green. Fares are paid in cash when boarding the bus, and the amount depends on the distance traveled. Local buses in Bangkok vary in size and comfort, ranging from small minibusses to larger air-conditioned buses. However, some buses can get crowded during peak hours, making them less comfortable for longer journeys. Overall, local buses in Bangkok are a practical and budget-friendly option for navigating the city's traffic and exploring its different neighborhoods.

Lines

Bus lines

Info

Types, fares and service time

Categories Color Fare Rate Service Period
Regular bus
Cream-Red
8 baht
05.00 - 23.00 hrs.
Regular Express Way(Beige - Red)
Cream-Red
10 baht
05.00 - 23.00 hrs.
Regular Overnight(Beige - Red)
Cream-Red
9.50 baht
23.00 - 05.00 hrs.
Air Condition(White - Blue)
Cream-ฺBlue
12 14 16 18 20 baht *
05.00 - 23.00 hrs.
Air Condition(Euro 2)
Yellow-Orange
13 15 17 19 21 23 25 baht *
05.00 - 23.00 hrs.
Air Condition(PCB)
White
13 15 17 19 21 23 25 baht *
05.00 - 23.00 hrs.
Air Condition(NGV)
Blue
15 20 25 baht *
05.00 - 23.00 hrs.
*) Depending on the distance traveled. Expressway add service fees 2 baht
Cards

Period cards

Ticket type Vehicle type Price
Weekly Regular bus 120 Bath
Weekly Air condition bus 255 Bath
Monthly Regular bus 480 Bath
Weekly Air condition bus 1020 Bath
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