TRAVEL TO UP-COUNTRY

Travel within Thailand: Thai Airways International (THAI) operates a wide domestic network with daily flights linking virtually all major towns with Bangkok. Ground transportation is extremely comprehensive and comparatively inexpensive. There are convenient rail connections with the North, Northeast and South, while air conditioned coach and government bus services are operated from Bangkok to all town throughout the country. Rental cars are also readily available.

For more information contact :
Flight Timetable : 1566
Thai Airway International - Domestics : Bangkok Office Tel (02) 280-0060, Don Muang Office Tel (02) 535-2081-2
Bangkok Airways : Tel (02) 229-3456

Cars: Thailand is an outstanding country to tour with rented transport. Traffic is moderate and manageable, except in Bangkok. Highways are in good condition, and directional signs are often in English. Less expensive rentals are available from local agencies, but make sure to check the condition of the car thoroughly before handing over your money. An international driver's license is required, and insurance is mandatory to be able to drive in Thailand.

Trains: An efficient rail system links major northern and northeastern towns with the Bangkok. A southern route permits the visitor to travel by train into Malaysia and Singapore. Domestic express trains include first, second, and third- class cars. Slower trains may have only third-class seats. For four major regions northern, northeastern, southern and eastern can be traveled by train from Bangkok Railway Station (Hualumpong).

For more information regarding railway schedules, contact:
Bangkok Railway Station; Tel: (02) 225-0300, 223-0341-8, 223-7461

Buses: Bus transport in Thailand is fast, clean and reasonably comfortable for shorter journeys. Most buses provide reclining airline-style seats and video movies. Both air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned buses are available on major routes. The cheapest are the ordinary coaches operated by the government bus company called Bor Kor Sor. Air-conditioned buses operated by independent companies are usually 30 to 70% more expensive, but complimentary meals and transportation from your hotel to the bus terminals are often included.

Bangkok's Northern Bus Terminal; Phahonyothin Road Tel (02) 936-3659-60
Bangkok's Northeastern Bus Terminal; Phahonyothin Road Tel (02) 936-2852-66 ext. 611
Bangkok's Southern Bus Terminal; Pinklao-Nahkon Chaisri Road Tel (02) 434-5558, 435-1190, 435-1200
Bangkok's Eastern Bus Terminal; Sukhumwit Road Tel (02) 391-8097, 391-9829, 392-9227