What is the best way to get into town from Bangkok airport late at night?

Most importantly, ignore all touts inside the terminal. Leave the terminal and follow the signs for Taxi to get to the rank, where you tell the attendant where you are going, they write it down on a form and give it to you.

The driver will then take a portion of the ticket, or the attendant may give it directly to him or her. Do not let the driver take the whole form, as it has his number plate details and provides a way for you to complain if the service is unsatisfactory.

Make sure the driver turns the meter on – it starts at 35B. Don’t panic when it doesn’t go up quickly as the meters are slow running compared to many western countries.

If a driver refuses to put the meter on, or turns it off, tell him to take you back to the rank, or just get out and get another taxi.

The fare will be the meter amount plus a 50B airport surcharge, plus all tolls.

If you are too tight to pay the 50B extra, you can go up to arrivals and jump in a cab that is dropping someone off, but this is not really recommended unless you know what you’re doing, as the driver may refuse to turn on the meter and you’ll have to negotiate a price.




More Travelfish FAQs

Please find below some of the more frequently asked questions (FAQ) people have about travelling to Thailand. We've tried to answer all the most frequently asked questions, but if you have another query about Thailand, please try our Travelfish messageboard.

Accommodation

Is it possible to rent rooms or dormitories for long periods of time?
Rooms: is a fan room ok, or should I budget for air-con?
Should I take my own padlock for the door of my room while travelling in Thailand?
What should I do if a bag is stolen from my room or dormitory while travelling in Thailand?
What standard of acommodation can I expect for US$5?
Why are there so few dormitories in Thailand?

Bargaining

Should I bargain for everything I want to buy in Thailand?
What is the best way to bargain in Thailand?
What shouldn't I do when bargaining in Thailand?

Cost of travelling

How much should I budget per day for a holiday in Thailand?
What is the bare minimum I could survive on in Thailand?
What is the best way to spend less money in Thailand?

Food glorious food

Can I drink the tap water in Thailand?
How can I avoid MSG in Thailand?
How do I avoid peanuts in Thailand?
I have a food allergy - will I cope?
Is there good vegetarian food in Thailand?
Is western food available in Thailand?

Getting around

Are the ferries in Thailand safe?
Are the trains in Thailand safe?
Do they trains run on time?
Is it easy to hitch-hike in Thailand?
Is it easy to rent a car or motorcycle in Thailand?
Should I get a tourist minibus in Thailand?
What is Bangkok's bus system like?
Which is the better way to travel around Thailand - train or bus?

Getting there and away

How late do the airport buses run?
What is the best way to get into town from Bangkok airport late at night?

Help Police!

Can I trust the Thai police?
Will I be robbed?

Money madness

Are credit cards accepted in Thailand?
Are there ATMs in Thailand?
How can I have money sent to me in Thailand?
How can I send money out of Thailand?
Should I bring travellers cheques, credit/debit cards or cash to Thailand?
Should I tip in Thailand?

Packing purgatory

What should I pack for a holiday in Thailand?
What shouldn't I pack for a holiday in Thailand?

Resources

Scams and warnings

Is it a good idea to buy drugs off a tuk tuk driver?
Should I buy gems I've been offered by a really convincing person I've met/been introduced to?

Security

Can I use drugs in Thailand?
Is Thailand a safe place to travel alone to?
Is Thailand safe?
Why are there so few hostels in Thailand?

Stay healthy

Are leeches a problem in Thailand?
Are legal drugs cheap in Thailand?
Do I need a prescription in Thailand?
Do I need malarial medication in Thailand?
General food and water precautions in Thailand
General health advice for Thailand
HIV/AIDS in Thailand
Is cholera a problem?
Is heatstroke a problem in Thailand?
Is medical care cheap in Thailand?
Is medical care in Thailand good?
Is rabies a problem in Thailand?
Schistosomiasis in Thailand?
Traveller's medical kit for travel in Thailand
What about dengue fever in Thailand?
Will I get diarrhoea in Thailand?

Technology

Are there many internet cafes in Thailand?
Can I travel with a laptop in Thailand?
Is there ADSL internet access in Thailand?
What is mobile phone coverage like in Thailand?
What is the voltage in Thailand?

Things to learn

Where can I learn how to cook authentic Thai food?
Where can I learn Thai massage?
Where can I learn Thai?

Vexed by visas?

What are Thailand's visa requirements?

Weather

What is the weather like in Thailand?

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