Bangkok has a world class public transportation system. Since the inception of the Skytrain, the BTS has served tourists and locals alike to escape the notoriously bad Bangkok traffic. This writer uses the Skytrain on a daily basis. The convenience and speed afforded by the system cannot be understated.

Fare Information:

Single Trip: The skytrain fare system is based on zones and distances for a single journey trip. The fares range from 15 baht to 40 baht depending on how many zones you travel. It is 40 baht well spent to get from On Nut to Chatachuck to do some weekend shopping. (top)

One Day Pass: The cost is 120 for a ticket good for an entire day which represents a good value. For the average tourist looking to get around for an all day tour, the BTS offers and all-day pass allowing you to travel from station to station to take care of your sightseeing, shopping, or exploring of the city. (top)

SmartPass: For those of you staying around for a bit longer, the BTS SmartPass is without a question the best value. The actual value depends on the number of trips you purchase. You are issed a card for 30 baht. Assuming you aren't a student the following provides an overview of the pricing structure. The trips must be used within 30 days of purchase, so plan carefully.

Number of Trips	Total Cost	Cost Per Trip
20 Trips	440 Baht	22 Baht
30 Trips	600 Baht	20 Baht
40 Trips	800 Baht	20 Baht

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