Buses in Bangkok
Local buses in Bangkok are operated by governmental Bangkok Mass Transit Authority and private operator Thai Smile Group.
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 minibuses to larger air-conditioned buses. Overall, local buses in Bangkok are a practical and budget-friendly option for navigating the city's traffic and covering almost every corner of the city.
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BMTA
- Bangkok Mass Transit Authority
- Public governmental bus operator
- Operates 107 bus lines
Fares
- Regular buses 8 Baht
- Air-Conditioned 12-25 Baht
- Tickets are bought on board the buses
Thai Smile Bus
- Private electric bus and boat operator
- Operates 123 bus lines
- Pay with electronic pre-pay HOP Card
Bus numbers
- Buses show both old and new numbers
- Numbers ending with E uses express ways
- Numbers ending with R or L are circular lines
Operating hours
- Most bus lines operates 05:00 - 22:00
- Some bus lines operates 24h
Advices
- Make sure you tell the driver that you want to get on the bus.
- Show the driver you want to get off the bus by standing up approaching the doors.