When driving in Pattaya you will be using a system loosely based on the British highway code, but remember it is very loosely based, and you might be inclined to think that only rules of the road are—every man for himself. Although it’s a convenient way of getting around Pattaya, it can be very frustrating, […]
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How to hire a motorbike in Pattaya
Where can I hire a motorbike in Pattaya? You don’t have to look far to find a motorbike renter in Pattaya. Many hotels and guest houses in Pattaya have their own motorcycles for rent, and there are many independent motorbike rental vendors and companies, including long-established family-run businesses such as Jan’s motorcycle rentals in Pattaya. […]
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How to get a Thai driving license in Pattaya 04/08/2009 If you wish to drive legally in Pattaya and throughout Thailand you can obtain an international driving license/permit, normally from your country of residence, but if plan on staying longer than 3 months you are better advised to get a Thai driving license. This is […]
Continue ReadingPattaya Train Station and Timetable
The main train station in Pattaya (see photo below) is located in East Pattaya (aka the darkside), the area on the east side of the Sukhumvit highway, about 3 kilometers from central Pattaya. At just 31 baht, it’s by far the cheapest way of getting from Pattaya to Bangkok, but don’t expect any frills, and […]
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Whether it’s the cheap and frequent bus service from Pattaya to Bangkok or VIP buses and coaches from Pattaya to Phuket, Chiang Mai, Hua Hin and other distant destinations in Thailand, traveling by bus is one of the safest and most convenient ways to get to and from Pattaya. There are several bus stations and […]
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