How do you switch from driving on the left to driving on the right? When crossing the border at the Mekong river from Thailand to Laos, a simple solution was found to switch from left to right. Simply build an overpass from left to right. This approach works like a charm.
Pass over from left lane to right lane at the Thai-Laos Friendship Bridge number 2. Image © 2023 Maxer Technologies.
Driving on a two-lane one-direction road with frequent turning lanes. To reach destinations on the other side of the road, U-turns are essential. Be careful, motorcyclists, tuk-tuk and vespa drivers and other slow vehicles use the most right and left lanes. Also keep an eye on the bikes. You may recognize some temporary stalls along the street where buyers use the lanes for shopping. Did you know that out of almost 200 countries in the world, almost 80 countries drive on the left?
Left lanes In Bangkok
Left-hand traffic in rural town. Never park where there is a red, yellow or white line painted on the curb.
In summary, the following speed limits apply in Thailand: city and town: 50 (31 mph) to 60km/h (37 mph), open roads: 90km/h (56 mph) and highways: 120km/h (75 mph). Further and detailed speed limts depending on municipalities, province and vehicle type. Btw: mopeds and scooters are considered motorcycles by law.
Also called inside built-up areas: Car weight 1,200kg or less 80km/h; Car weight more than 1,200kg 60km/h; Bus and truck without trailer 60km/h; Car or truck with trailer 45km/h; Motorcycle 80km/h; Tuk-Tuk 45km/h. BUT! half of the Thai provinces have already changed to 50 kmh or less.
Also called outside built-up areas: Car weight 1,200kg or less 90-120km/h; Car weight more than 1,200kg 80km/h; Bus and truck without trailer 80km/h; Car or truck with trailer 60km/h; Motorcycle 90km/h; Tuk-Tuk 60km/h.
Car weight 1,200kg or less 120km/h; Car weight more than 1,200kg 80km/h; Bus and truck without trailer 100km/h; Car or truck with trailer 80km/h; Motorcycle Not allowed; Tuk-Tuk Not allowed
Car weight 1,200kg or less 110 elevated 100km/h; Car weight more than 1,200kg 90 elevated 80km/h; Bus and truck without trailer 90 elevated 80km/h; Car or truck with trailer 90 elevated 80km/h; Motorcycles are not allowed; Tuk-Tuk is not allowed - Expressway: An elevated expressway is a controlled-access highway, raised above grade for its entire length.
Darkening windows maybe good for protection from sun, but at night the sight will be extremly obstructed. Police may comment on it when they find out. Regulations are somehow non-existing - but maybe some reader knows better.
Colorful Tuk Tuk - Thai art.
Riding a bike in Thailand. You rarely see cyclists, but when you do they are enthusiastic people.
A truck with cows coming from the nearby early morning cattle market.
Smiles, not necessary to say cheese, things like that make driving in Thailand fun.
Does Thailand drive on the left?
Easy answer: Yes.
Why do cars drive on the left in Thailand?
There are many explanations why people drive on the left side of the road in Thailand. None of these seem particularly plausible or true. So far it remains a mystery.
In Thailand is driving left or right?
Driving in Thailand is left
Why does Thailand drive on the left?
Actually, no one really knows, but there are many incredibly strange stories about why people drive on the left in Thailand.
Cycling in Thailand, are there bike paths in Thailand?
Very rarely, in principe bicycles ride on the left lane where motorcycles also ride.
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Content last change: February 26 2024