Transport Costs in Thailand
Daily transport budget: $4–$10 per person using public transit. Here's what getting around costs.
Budget
$4
per day
Public transit, walking
Mid-range
$10
per day
Mix of transit, occasional taxi
Luxury
$25
per day
Taxis, private transfers, car rental
What Transport Costs
Bangkok BTS/MRT single$0.50-1.50
Tuk-tuk ride$2-5
Domestic flight$30-80
Overnight train$15-40
10-Day Transport Cost
Budget
$40
Mid-range
$100
Luxury
$250
Transport Tips
- ✓ Buy multi-day transit passes if available — they almost always save money
- ✓ Walking is free and the best way to discover neighborhoods
- ✓ Book intercity trains in advance for the best fares
- ✓ Use ride-sharing apps (Uber, Bolt, Grab) instead of street taxis for fair pricing
- ✓ Use public songthaews and BTS/MRT instead of taxis and tuk-tuks.