Bangkok Bus
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Bangkok Mass Transit Authority , also known as BMTA , is the main operator of public transit buses within Greater Bangkok area. It is the largest city bus system in Thailand. The Bangkok Mass Transit Authority offers bus and van routes throughout the city and its suburban provinces.

The BMTA is a state enterprise that started operations on October 1, 1976 upon the purchase and combination of the transportation assets of private bus companies, most of which had faced crisis due to sharply rising oil price since 1973. The government, in 1975, solved the crisis by trying to set up a public-private joint venture called the Metropolitan Transit Company, Limited , but the effort failed to materialize. It tried again in 1976 by setting up BMTA as a fully state-own enterprise under the control of the Ministry of Transport and Communications.

Since then, the organization has been the main operator of city buses. However, some private bus companies opted to continue their service on certain routes under joint service contracts with BMTA instead of selling their assets to the state. Despite government subsidy, BMTA has been suffering a loss of profits from day one, resulting in deteriorating quality of service.

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The BMTA service area covers Bangkok Metropolis and its suburban areas in the adjacent provinces of Nonthaburi
Nonthaburi Province
Nonthaburi is one of the central provinces of Thailand. Neighboring provinces are Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Pathum Thani, Bangkok and Nakhon Pathom....

, Samut Prakan, Pathum Thani
Pathum Thani
Pathum Thani is a town in central Thailand, directly north of Bangkok. It is the capital of the Pathum Thani Province, Thailand as well as the Mueang Pathum Thani district. As of 2005, it has a population of 18,320, covering the complete subdistrict Bang Parok....

, Nakhon Pathom
Nakhon Pathom
Nakhon Pathom is a city in central Thailand, capital of the Nakhon Pathom Province. One of the most important landmarks is the giant Phra Pathom Chedi...

, and Samut Sakhon
Samut Sakhon
Samut Sakhon is a town in Thailand, capital of the Samut Sakhon province....

. It serves approximately 3 million passengers per day. The service hours are 05.00-23.00 hrs, except 24-hr night-owl service on some routes. In September 2005, BMTA owns a fleet of 3,579 buses—comprising 1,674 ordinary buses and 1,905 air-conditioned buses. In addition to BMTA-owned buses, there are 3,485 private-own contract buses, 1,113 contract minibuses, 2,161 side-street songthaew
Songthaew
A songthaew , also known in English as a baht bus, is a passenger vehicle in Malaysia, Thailand and Laos adapted from a pick-up or a larger truck and used as a share taxi....

s, and 5,519 vans. In total, there are 15,857 buses and vans over 427 routes across 8 zones.
  • Zone 1: North (Hubs: Rangsit, Bang Khen)
  • Zone 2: Upper East (Hubs: Bang Kapi, Min Buri)
  • Zone 3: Lower East (Hubs: Samrong, Samut Prakan)
  • Zone 4: South Central (Hubs: Khlong Toei, Sathu Pradit)
  • Zone 5: Southwest (Hubs: Dao Khanong, Phra Pradaeng)
  • Zone 6: West (Hubs: Bangkhae, Thonburi)
  • Zone 7: Northwest (Hubs: Nonthaburi, Bang Sue)
  • Zone 8: Central (Hubs: Huai Khwang, Lat Phrao)

Bus Routes

BMTA currently operates the following bus routes in Bangkok and its metropolitan area namely Nonthaburi
Nonthaburi Province
Nonthaburi is one of the central provinces of Thailand. Neighboring provinces are Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Pathum Thani, Bangkok and Nakhon Pathom....

, Pathum Thani
Pathum Thani
Pathum Thani is a town in central Thailand, directly north of Bangkok. It is the capital of the Pathum Thani Province, Thailand as well as the Mueang Pathum Thani district. As of 2005, it has a population of 18,320, covering the complete subdistrict Bang Parok....

, Samut Prakan, Samut Sakhon
Samut Sakhon
Samut Sakhon is a town in Thailand, capital of the Samut Sakhon province....

 and Nakhon Pathom
Nakhon Pathom
Nakhon Pathom is a city in central Thailand, capital of the Nakhon Pathom Province. One of the most important landmarks is the giant Phra Pathom Chedi...

.

Bus Zone 1

Route No. Route Name Type of Bus
29 Rangsit Market - Vibhavadi Rangsit Road
Vibhavadi Rangsit Road
Vibhavadi Rangsit Road or Thailand Route 31, often informally called Vibhavadi Road , is a highway in Thailand. It is part of Thailand Route 301....

 - Bangkok Railway Station (Hua Lamphong)
Cream-Red ordinary bus
34 Rangsit Market - Phahon Yothin Road - Bangkok Railway Station (Hua Lamphong) Cream-Red ordinary bus
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
39 Thammasat University
Thammasat University
Thammasat University , or in brief TU , is Thailand's second oldest university. Officially established on 27 June 1934, the university was originally named by founder Pridi Banomyong, University of Moral Science and Politics , reflecting the political fervor of the time...

 (Rangsit Campus) - Phahon Yothin Road - Victory Monument
Victory Monument
Victory Monument may refer to the following structures:*Bolzano Victory Monument in Italy*Bukgwan Victory Monument in Korea*Victory Monument in Thailand*Victory Monument in the United States of America*Victory Monument in Belarus...

Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
59 Rangsit Market - Sanam Luang
Sanam Luang
Sanam Luang is an open field and public square in front of Wat Phra Kaew and the Grand Palace, Bangkok, Thailand. Sanam Luang is located in the Phra Nakhon district, the historic center of Bangkok....

Cream-Red ordinary bus
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
95 Bang Khen - Nawamin - Ramkhamhaeng University
Ramkhamhaeng University
Ramkhamhaeng University is one of two open universities in Thailand. The university was named in honor of King Ramkhamhaeng the Great of Sukhothai, who traditionally is credited for creating the Thai alphabet....

 (Bang Na Campus)
Cream-Red ordinary bus
95ก* Rangsit Market - Bang Kapi
Bang Kapi
Bang Kapi is one of the 50 districts of Bangkok, Thailand. It is bounded by other Bangkok districts : Bueng Kum, Saphan Sung, Prawet, Suan Luang, Huai Khwang, Wang Thonglang, and Lat Phrao.-History:...

Cream-Red ordinary bus
95ข* Bang Khen - Pradit Manutham Rd. - Bang Kapi
Bang Kapi
Bang Kapi is one of the 50 districts of Bangkok, Thailand. It is bounded by other Bangkok districts : Bueng Kum, Saphan Sung, Prawet, Suan Luang, Huai Khwang, Wang Thonglang, and Lat Phrao.-History:...

Cream-Red ordinary bus
107 (Expressway) Bang Khen - Khlong Toei Cream-Red ordinary bus
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
107 (Supporting Bus) Bang Khen - Pratu Nam - Lumpini Park Cream-Red ordinary bus
129 (Expressway) Bang Khen - Samrong Market Cream-Red ordinary bus
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
185 Rangsit Market - Ratchadaphisek Road - Khlong Toei Cream-Red ordinary bus
503 Rangsit Market - Phahon Yothin Road - Sanam Luang
Sanam Luang
Sanam Luang is an open field and public square in front of Wat Phra Kaew and the Grand Palace, Bangkok, Thailand. Sanam Luang is located in the Phra Nakhon district, the historic center of Bangkok....

White-green-blue air-conditioned bus (NGV Bus)
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
510 Thammasat University
Thammasat University
Thammasat University , or in brief TU , is Thailand's second oldest university. Officially established on 27 June 1934, the university was originally named by founder Pridi Banomyong, University of Moral Science and Politics , reflecting the political fervor of the time...

 (Rangsit Campus) - Vibhavadi Rangsit Road
Vibhavadi Rangsit Road
Vibhavadi Rangsit Road or Thailand Route 31, often informally called Vibhavadi Road , is a highway in Thailand. It is part of Thailand Route 301....

 - Victory Monument
Victory Monument
Victory Monument may refer to the following structures:*Bolzano Victory Monument in Italy*Bukgwan Victory Monument in Korea*Victory Monument in Thailand*Victory Monument in the United States of America*Victory Monument in Belarus...

Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
520 Thammasat University
Thammasat University
Thammasat University , or in brief TU , is Thailand's second oldest university. Officially established on 27 June 1934, the university was originally named by founder Pridi Banomyong, University of Moral Science and Politics , reflecting the political fervor of the time...

 (Rangsit Campus) - Talat Thai (Fruits and Vegetables Market) - Bang Kapi
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
522 (Expressway) Rangsit Market - Ngam Wong Wan Road - Victory Monument
Victory Monument
Victory Monument may refer to the following structures:*Bolzano Victory Monument in Italy*Bukgwan Victory Monument in Korea*Victory Monument in Thailand*Victory Monument in the United States of America*Victory Monument in Belarus...

White-green-blue air-conditioned bus (NGV Bus)
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
543 Bang Khen - Lam Luk Ka Market Cream-Blue air-conditioned bus (EURO I)
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
543ก* Bang Khen - Nonthaburi Pier Cream-Blue air-conditioned bus (EURO I)
555 (Expressway) Rangsit Market - Din Daeng - Suvarnabhumi Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport , also known as Bangkok International Airport, is an international airport serving Bangkok, Thailand. It was officially opened for limited domestic flight service on 15 September 2006, and opened for most domestic and all international commercial flights on 28 September...

Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)

Bus Zone 2

Route No. Route Name Type of Bus
11 Prawet District Office - MBK Center
MBK Center
MBK Center, also known as Mahboonkrong , is a large shopping mall in Bangkok, Thailand. At eight stories high, the center hosts around 2,000 stores and services, including the 4-story Tokyu department store, restaurants and entertainment....

Cream-Red ordinary bus
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
26 Min Buri Market - Ram Inthra Road - Victory Monument
Victory Monument
Victory Monument may refer to the following structures:*Bolzano Victory Monument in Italy*Bukgwan Victory Monument in Korea*Victory Monument in Thailand*Victory Monument in the United States of America*Victory Monument in Belarus...

Cream-Red ordinary bus
Cream-Blue air-conditioned bus (EURO I)
26ก* Min Buri Market - Pradit Manutham Rd. - Aekkamai Cream-Red ordinary bus
60 Siam Park City
Siam Park City
Siam Park City is an amusement and water park in the Khan Na Yao district of Bangkok, Thailand. It opened in November 1980.-Park History:Siam park opened 36 years ago in November 1975 by the founder Chaiwat Luangamornlert and his aim was and still is, to bring fun to Thailand and put a smile on...

 (Suan Siam) - Pak Khlong Talat (Flower Market)
Cream-Red ordinary bus
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
71 Siam Park City
Siam Park City
Siam Park City is an amusement and water park in the Khan Na Yao district of Bangkok, Thailand. It opened in November 1980.-Park History:Siam park opened 36 years ago in November 1975 by the founder Chaiwat Luangamornlert and his aim was and still is, to bring fun to Thailand and put a smile on...

 (Suan Siam) - NIDA
National Institute of Development Administration
National Institute of Development Administration is Thailand's most prestigious graduate university under the Commission on Higher Education, the Ministry of Education...

 - Wat That Thong
Cream-Red ordinary bus
93 Nakkila Laem Thong Village - Si Phraya Pier
Si Phraya Pier
The Si Phraya Pier is a ferry pier and a commercial area alongside the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok. The Si Phraya pier is between the River City and Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel...

Cream-Red ordinary bus
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
96 Siam Park City
Siam Park City
Siam Park City is an amusement and water park in the Khan Na Yao district of Bangkok, Thailand. It opened in November 1980.-Park History:Siam park opened 36 years ago in November 1975 by the founder Chaiwat Luangamornlert and his aim was and still is, to bring fun to Thailand and put a smile on...

 (Suan Siam) - Bangkok Bus Terminal (Chatuchak)
Cream-Red ordinary bus
168 Siam Park City
Siam Park City
Siam Park City is an amusement and water park in the Khan Na Yao district of Bangkok, Thailand. It opened in November 1980.-Park History:Siam park opened 36 years ago in November 1975 by the founder Chaiwat Luangamornlert and his aim was and still is, to bring fun to Thailand and put a smile on...

 (Suan Siam) - Victory Monument
Victory Monument
Victory Monument may refer to the following structures:*Bolzano Victory Monument in Italy*Bukgwan Victory Monument in Korea*Victory Monument in Thailand*Victory Monument in the United States of America*Victory Monument in Belarus...

Cream-Blue air-conditioned bus (EURO I)
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
206 Sri Nagarindra Road - Kasetsart University
Kasetsart University
Kasetsart University is a public university in Thailand and a top-ranked Public University in Thailand. It is ranked No.401-500 in the world by QS. It was also the first agricultural university and the third oldest university in Thailand...

Cream-Red ordinary bus
206 Prawet District Office - Sri Nagarindra Road - Kasetsart University
Kasetsart University
Kasetsart University is a public university in Thailand and a top-ranked Public University in Thailand. It is ranked No.401-500 in the world by QS. It was also the first agricultural university and the third oldest university in Thailand...

Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
501 Min Buri Market - Bangkok Railway Station (Hua Lamphong) Cream-Blue air-conditioned bus (EURO I)
502 Min Buri Market - Bang Kapi
Bang Kapi
Bang Kapi is one of the 50 districts of Bangkok, Thailand. It is bounded by other Bangkok districts : Bueng Kum, Saphan Sung, Prawet, Suan Luang, Huai Khwang, Wang Thonglang, and Lat Phrao.-History:...

 - Victory Monument
Victory Monument
Victory Monument may refer to the following structures:*Bolzano Victory Monument in Italy*Bukgwan Victory Monument in Korea*Victory Monument in Thailand*Victory Monument in the United States of America*Victory Monument in Belarus...

Cream-Blue air-conditioned bus (EURO I)
514 Min Buri Market - Silom Road Cream-Blue air-conditioned bus (EURO I)
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
517 Therd Thai Market - Lat Krabang
Lat Krabang
Lat Krabang is one of the 50 districts of Bangkok, located in the east of the town.Neighboring districts are Bang Bo, Bang Sao Thong and Bang Phli , Prawet, Saphan Sung, Min Buri and Nong Chok and Mueang Chachoengsao .In October 2005 the plan to create the special administrative area Nakhon...

 - Bangkok Bus Terminal (Chatuchak)
Cream-Blue air-conditioned bus (EURO I)
519 Siam Park City
Siam Park City
Siam Park City is an amusement and water park in the Khan Na Yao district of Bangkok, Thailand. It opened in November 1980.-Park History:Siam park opened 36 years ago in November 1975 by the founder Chaiwat Luangamornlert and his aim was and still is, to bring fun to Thailand and put a smile on...

 (Suan Siam) - Central Plaza Rama III
Cream-Blue air-conditioned bus (EURO I)
549 (Supporting Bus) Min Buri Market - Rom Klao Housing Estate Cream-Red ordinary bus

Bus Zone 3

Route No. Route Name Type of Bus
2 Samrong Market - Pak Khlong Talat (Flower Market) Cream-Red ordinary bus
23 Samrong Market - Thewet Cream-Red ordinary bus
23 (Expressway) Samrong Market - Thewet Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
25 Samut Prakan - Tha Chang Cream-Red ordinary bus
45 Samrong Market - Si Phraya Pier
Si Phraya Pier
The Si Phraya Pier is a ferry pier and a commercial area alongside the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok. The Si Phraya pier is between the River City and Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel...

Cream-Red ordinary bus
102 (Expressway) Samut Prakan Crocodile Farm & Zoo - Central Plaza Rama III Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
142 (Expressway) Samut Prakan Crocodile Farm & Zoo - Thon Buri Housing Estate Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
145 Samut Prakan - Si Nakharin Road - Bangkok Bus Terminal (Chatuchak) Cream-Red ordinary bus
White-green-red air-conditioned bus (Articulated Bus)
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
508 Samut Prakan Crocodile Farm & Zoo - Ratchaworadit Pier Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
511 Samut Prakan - Southern Bus Terminal (Taling Chan) Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
511 (Expressway) Samut Prakan - Southern Bus Terminal (Taling Chan) Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
536 (Expressway) Samut Prakan Crocodile Farm & Zoo - Victory Monument
Victory Monument
Victory Monument may refer to the following structures:*Bolzano Victory Monument in Italy*Bukgwan Victory Monument in Korea*Victory Monument in Thailand*Victory Monument in the United States of America*Victory Monument in Belarus...

 - Bangkok Bus Terminal (Chatuchak)
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)

Bus Zone 4

Route No. Route Name Type of Bus
1 Thanon Tok - Tha Tian Cream-Red ordinary bus
4 Bangkok Port (Khlong Toei) - Phasi Chareon Pier Cream-Red ordinary bus
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
12 Huai Khwang Market - Pak Khlong Talat (Flower Market) Cream-Red ordinary bus
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
13 Khlong Toei - Huai Khwang Market Cream-Red ordinary bus
47 Bangkok Port (Khlong Toei) - Department of Lands (Krom Thi Din) Cream-Red ordinary bus
62 Sathupradit Pier - Victory Monument
Victory Monument
Victory Monument may refer to the following structures:*Bolzano Victory Monument in Italy*Bukgwan Victory Monument in Korea*Victory Monument in Thailand*Victory Monument in the United States of America*Victory Monument in Belarus...

Cream-Red ordinary bus
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
72 Bangkok Port (Khlong Toei) - Thewet Cream-Red ordinary bus
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
77 Central Rama III - Bangkok Bus Terminal (Chatuchak) Cream-Red ordinary bus
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
136 Khlong Toei - Bangkok Bus Terminal (Chatuchak) Cream-Red ordinary bus
137 (Circular) Ratchadaphisek Road - Ramkhamhaeng University
Ramkhamhaeng University
Ramkhamhaeng University is one of two open universities in Thailand. The university was named in honor of King Ramkhamhaeng the Great of Sukhothai, who traditionally is credited for creating the Thai alphabet....

 - Lat Phrao Road
Cream-Red ordinary bus
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
179 Rama IX Road - Rama VII Bridge
Rama VII Bridge
Rama VII Bridge is a bridge over the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok and Nonthaburi, in Thailand, connecting the districts Bang Sue and Bang Phlat. The roadway is in a dual carriageway configuration, with 3 lanes in each direction.-References:...

 (Thonburi)
Cream-Red ordinary bus
180 (Expressway) Central Plaza Rama III - Ramkhamheang University 2 Cream-Red ordinary bus
195 Khlong Toei - Bhumibol Bridge - The Mall Tha Phra Shopping Centre Cream-Red ordinary bus
205 Khlong Toei - The Mall Tha Phra Shopping Centre Cream-Red ordinary bus
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
205 (Supporting Bus) Khlong Toei Market - The Mall Tha Phra Shopping Centre Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
205 (Supporting Bus) Khlong Toei Market - Thanon Tok Cream-Red ordinary bus

Bus Zone 5

Route No. Route Name Type of Bus
15 The Mall Tha Phra Shopping Centre - Bang Lamphu Cream-Red ordinary bus
20 Phra Samut Chedi Pier - Wongwian Yai
Wongwian Yai
Wongwian Yai, also spelled "Wong Wian Yai" or "Wongwien Yai" , is a large roundabout in Thon Buri, western bank of the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, Thailand, where the Statue of King Taksin is situated...

 - Tha Din Daeng Pier
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
20 (Supporting Bus) Phra Samut Chedi Pier - Wongwian Yai BTS Station
Wongwian Yai BTS Station
Wongwian Yai station is a BTS skytrain station, on the in Khlong San District, Bangkok, Thailand. The station is located on Krung Thon Buri Road to the west of Taksin intersection, about 20 minute walking from Wongwian Yai where the statue of King Taksin is situated.There are plenty of residences...

 - Tha Din Daeng Pier
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
21 Wat Ku Sang - Chulalongkorn University
Chulalongkorn University
Chulalongkorn University is the oldest university in Thailand and is the country's highest ranked university. It now has nineteen faculties and institutes. Regarded as the best and most selective university in Thailand, it consistently attracts top students from around the country...

Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
21ก* Wat Ku Sang - Phahurat Cream-Red ordinary bus
37 Chaeng Ron - Mahanak Market Cream-Blue air-conditioned bus (EURO I)
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
68 Samae Dam - Bang Lamphu White-Green ordinary bus
75 Wat Buddha Bucha - Bangkok Railway Station (Hua Lamphong) Cream-Red ordinary bus
76 Samae Dam - Pratu Nam - CentralWorld
CentralWorld
CentralWorld is a shopping plaza and complex in Bangkok, Thailand. It is the third largest shopping complex in the world. The complex, which includes a hotel and office tower, is owned by Central Pattana...

Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
82 Phra Pradaeng Pier - Sanam Luang
Sanam Luang
Sanam Luang is an open field and public square in front of Wat Phra Kaew and the Grand Palace, Bangkok, Thailand. Sanam Luang is located in the Phra Nakhon district, the historic center of Bangkok....

Cream-Red ordinary bus
88 Ban Klong Suan - Wongwian Yai BTS Station
Wongwian Yai BTS Station
Wongwian Yai station is a BTS skytrain station, on the in Khlong San District, Bangkok, Thailand. The station is located on Krung Thon Buri Road to the west of Taksin intersection, about 20 minute walking from Wongwian Yai where the statue of King Taksin is situated.There are plenty of residences...

 - Tha Din Daeng Intersection
Cream-Red ordinary bus
105 New Maha Chai Market - Khlong San Pier White-Green ordinary bus
Cream-Blue air-conditioned bus (EURO I)
105ก* New Maha Chai Market - Wat Son White-Green ordinary bus
111 (Circular) Chareon Nakhon Road - Talat Plu White-Green ordinary bus
138 (Expressway) Phra Pradaeng Pier - Bangkok Bus Terminal (Chatuchak) Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
138 (Expressway) Ratchapracha - Bangkok Bus Terminal (Chatuchak) Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
140 (Expressway) Samae Dam - Victory Monument
Victory Monument
Victory Monument may refer to the following structures:*Bolzano Victory Monument in Italy*Bukgwan Victory Monument in Korea*Victory Monument in Thailand*Victory Monument in the United States of America*Victory Monument in Belarus...

Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
141 (Expressway) Samae Dam - Chulalongkorn University
Chulalongkorn University
Chulalongkorn University is the oldest university in Thailand and is the country's highest ranked university. It now has nineteen faculties and institutes. Regarded as the best and most selective university in Thailand, it consistently attracts top students from around the country...

Cream-Blue air-conditioned bus (EURO I)

Bus Zone 6

Route No. Route Name Type of Bus
7 Khlong Khwang (Phetchakasem Road Soi 69) - Bangkok Railway Station (Hua Lamphong) Cream-Red ordinary bus
7ก* Buddhamonthon Sai 2 Road - Phahurat White-Green ordinary bus
42 (Circular) Giant Swing
Giant Swing
The Giant Swing is a religious structure in Bangkok, Thailand, Phra Nakhon district, located in front of Wat Suthat temple. It was formerly used an old Brahmin ceremony, and is one of Bangkok's tourist attractions.-History:...

 (Sao Ching Cha) - Tha Phra
White-Green ordinary bus
79 Buddhamonthon Sai 2 Road - CentralWorld
CentralWorld
CentralWorld is a shopping plaza and complex in Bangkok, Thailand. It is the third largest shopping complex in the world. The complex, which includes a hotel and office tower, is owned by Central Pattana...

Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
80 Wat Si Nuan Thammawimon (Nong Khaem) - Sanam Luang
Sanam Luang
Sanam Luang is an open field and public square in front of Wat Phra Kaew and the Grand Palace, Bangkok, Thailand. Sanam Luang is located in the Phra Nakhon district, the historic center of Bangkok....

Cream-Red ordinary bus
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
80ก* National Defence College of Thailand Village 11 - Bangkok Yai District Office Cream-Red ordinary bus
84 Om Yai (Samphran Elephant Ground & Z00) - Khlong San - Wongwian Yai BTS Station
Wongwian Yai BTS Station
Wongwian Yai station is a BTS skytrain station, on the in Khlong San District, Bangkok, Thailand. The station is located on Krung Thon Buri Road to the west of Taksin intersection, about 20 minute walking from Wongwian Yai where the statue of King Taksin is situated.There are plenty of residences...

Cream-Red ordinary bus
84 Wat Rai Khing - Khlong San - Wongwian Yai BTS Station
Wongwian Yai BTS Station
Wongwian Yai station is a BTS skytrain station, on the in Khlong San District, Bangkok, Thailand. The station is located on Krung Thon Buri Road to the west of Taksin intersection, about 20 minute walking from Wongwian Yai where the statue of King Taksin is situated.There are plenty of residences...

Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
84ก* Sala Ya - Wongwian Yai (King Taksin Monument) Cream-Red ordinary bus
91 Setthakit Village - Siriraj Hospital - Sanam Luang
Sanam Luang
Sanam Luang is an open field and public square in front of Wat Phra Kaew and the Grand Palace, Bangkok, Thailand. Sanam Luang is located in the Phra Nakhon district, the historic center of Bangkok....

Cream-Blue air-conditioned bus (EURO I)
91ก* Thonburi Market - Bangkok Yai District Office Cream-Red ordinary bus
101 Bang Khae - Pho Thong Market Cream-Red ordinary bus
165 Buddhamonthon Sai 3 Road - Bangkok Yai District Office Cream-Red ordinary bus
189 Krathum Baen - Bangkok Yai District Office Cream-Red ordinary bus
193 (Circular) Kanlapaphruek Road - Rama II Road - Kanchanaphisek Road White-Green ordinary bus
509 Bang Khae - Bangkok Bus Terminal (Chatuchak) Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
515 Rajamangala University Technology Rattanakosin (Sala Ya Campus) - Victory Monument
Victory Monument
Victory Monument may refer to the following structures:*Bolzano Victory Monument in Italy*Bukgwan Victory Monument in Korea*Victory Monument in Thailand*Victory Monument in the United States of America*Victory Monument in Belarus...

Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
556 Southern Bus Terminal (Taling Chan) - Makkasan Airport Rail Link Station Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)

Bus Zone 7

Route No. Route Name Type of Bus
16 Si Narong - Pracha Chuen - Surawong Cream-Red ordinary bus
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
18 Tha-it - Victory Monument
Victory Monument
Victory Monument may refer to the following structures:*Bolzano Victory Monument in Italy*Bukgwan Victory Monument in Korea*Victory Monument in Thailand*Victory Monument in the United States of America*Victory Monument in Belarus...

Cream-Red ordinary bus
32 Pak Kret - Tha Tian Cream-Red ordinary bus
50 Rama VII Bridge
Rama VII Bridge
Rama VII Bridge is a bridge over the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok and Nonthaburi, in Thailand, connecting the districts Bang Sue and Bang Phlat. The roadway is in a dual carriageway configuration, with 3 lanes in each direction.-References:...

 - Lumphini Park
Lumphini Park
Lumphini Park is a 360-rai park in Bangkok, Thailand. This park offers rare open public space, trees and playgrounds in the Thai capital and contains an artificial lake where visitors can rent a variety of boats. Paths around the park totalling approximately 2.5 km in length are a popular...

Cream-Red ordinary bus
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
53 (Circular) Thewet - In Bound Cream-Red ordinary bus
63 MOF Market 3 - Nonthaburi - Victory Monument
Victory Monument
Victory Monument may refer to the following structures:*Bolzano Victory Monument in Italy*Bukgwan Victory Monument in Korea*Victory Monument in Thailand*Victory Monument in the United States of America*Victory Monument in Belarus...

Cream-Red ordinary bus
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
64 MOF Market 3 - Ratchapruek Road - Pin Klao Cream-Red ordinary bus
65 Wat Paknam Nonthaburi - Sanam Luang Cream-Red ordinary bus
66 Prachaniwet Village 2 - Southern Bus Terminal (Taling Chan) Cream-Red ordinary bus
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
67 Wat Samian Nari - Central Plaza Rama III - Chong Nonsi Cream-Red ordinary bus
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
70 Prachaniwet Village 3 - Sanam Luang Cream-Red ordinary bus
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
97 Ministry of Public Health
Ministry of Public Health (Thailand)
The Ministry of Public Health , is a Thai government body responsible for the oversight of Public Health in Thailand.-External links:* - Official Website in Thai* - Official Website in English...

 - Victory Monument
Victory Monument
Victory Monument may refer to the following structures:*Bolzano Victory Monument in Italy*Bukgwan Victory Monument in Korea*Victory Monument in Thailand*Victory Monument in the United States of America*Victory Monument in Belarus...

 - Buddhist Monk's Hospital
Cream-Red ordinary bus
97 Ministry of Public Health
Ministry of Public Health (Thailand)
The Ministry of Public Health , is a Thai government body responsible for the oversight of Public Health in Thailand.-External links:* - Official Website in Thai* - Official Website in English...

 - Victory Monument
Victory Monument
Victory Monument may refer to the following structures:*Bolzano Victory Monument in Italy*Bukgwan Victory Monument in Korea*Victory Monument in Thailand*Victory Monument in the United States of America*Victory Monument in Belarus...

Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
114 MOF Market 3 - Nonthaburi - Lam Luk Ka Intersection Cream-Red ordinary bus
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
134 Bang Bua Thong - Ngam Wong Wan Road - Bangkok Bus Terminal (Chatuchak) Cream-Red ordinary bus
Cream-Blue air-conditioned bus (EURO I)
166 (Expressway) Muang Thong Thani - Pak Kret - Victory Monument
Victory Monument
Victory Monument may refer to the following structures:*Bolzano Victory Monument in Italy*Bukgwan Victory Monument in Korea*Victory Monument in Thailand*Victory Monument in the United States of America*Victory Monument in Belarus...

Cream-Red ordinary bus
Cream-Blue air-conditioned bus (EURO I)
203 Tha-it - Sanam Luang Cream-Red ordinary bus
505 Pak Kret - Lumphini Park
Lumphini Park
Lumphini Park is a 360-rai park in Bangkok, Thailand. This park offers rare open public space, trees and playgrounds in the Thai capital and contains an artificial lake where visitors can rent a variety of boats. Paths around the park totalling approximately 2.5 km in length are a popular...

Cream-Blue air-conditioned bus (EURO I)
516 Bang Bua Thong - Thewet Cream-Blue air-conditioned bus (EURO I)

Bus Zone 8

Route No. Route Name Type of Bus
3 Bangkok Bus Terminal (Chatuchak) - Khlong San Cream-Red ordinary bus
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
22 Pho Kaeo - Central Plaza Rama III Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
24 Prachaniwet Village 3 - Victory Monument
Victory Monument
Victory Monument may refer to the following structures:*Bolzano Victory Monument in Italy*Bukgwan Victory Monument in Korea*Victory Monument in Thailand*Victory Monument in the United States of America*Victory Monument in Belarus...

Cream-Red ordinary bus
36 Huai Khwang - Si Phraya Pier Cream-Blue air-conditioned bus (EURO I)
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
36ก* Pho Kaeo - Victory Monument
Victory Monument
Victory Monument may refer to the following structures:*Bolzano Victory Monument in Italy*Bukgwan Victory Monument in Korea*Victory Monument in Thailand*Victory Monument in the United States of America*Victory Monument in Belarus...

Cream-Red ordinary bus
49 Bangkok Bus Terminal (Chatuchak) - Bangkok Railway Station (Hua Lamphong) Cream-Red ordinary bus
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
54 (Circular) Huai Khwang Market - Pratu Nam Cream-Red ordinary bus
73 Huai Khwang Market - Memorial Bridge
Memorial Bridge, Bangkok
The Memorial Bridge is a bridge over the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, in Thailand, connecting the districts Phra Nakhon and Thonburi.The bridge was opened on 6 April 1932, commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Chakri Dynasty...

 Pier
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
73ก* Pho Kaeo - Memorial Bridge
Memorial Bridge, Bangkok
The Memorial Bridge is a bridge over the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, in Thailand, connecting the districts Phra Nakhon and Thonburi.The bridge was opened on 6 April 1932, commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Chakri Dynasty...

 Pier
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
117 BMA City Hall 2 - Nonthaburi Pier Cream-Red ordinary bus
138 (Expressway) Bangkok Bus Terminal (Chatuchak) - Phra Pradaeng Pier Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
156 (Circular) Satri Witthaya School 2 - Sukonthasawas Market Cream-Red ordinary bus
178 (Circular) Nawamin Road - Ratchayothin - Sukha Phiban 1 Housing Community Cream-Red ordinary bus
191 Pho Kaeo - Ministry of Commerce
Ministry of Commerce
Ministry of Commerce may refer to:*Ministry of Commerce *Ministry of Commerce * Ministry of Commerce and Industry *Ministry of Commerce *Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China...

Cream-Red ordinary bus
191 (Supporting Bus) Khlong Chan Housing Estate - Ministry of Commerce
Ministry of Commerce
Ministry of Commerce may refer to:*Ministry of Commerce *Ministry of Commerce * Ministry of Commerce and Industry *Ministry of Commerce *Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China...

Cream-Red ordinary bus
204 Huai Khwang Market - Victory Monument
Victory Monument
Victory Monument may refer to the following structures:*Bolzano Victory Monument in Italy*Bukgwan Victory Monument in Korea*Victory Monument in Thailand*Victory Monument in the United States of America*Victory Monument in Belarus...

 - Ratchawong Pier
Cream-Red ordinary bus
Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
204 (Supporting Bus) Huai Khwang Market - Din Daeng - Ratchawong Pier Orange air-conditioned bus (EURO II)
  • "ก" (Ko) is the first Thai alphabet. It means "A" in English alphabet. The route bus with ก (Ko) are different the original route bus. The route bus with ก (Ko) ; 7ก 21ก 36ก 73ก 80ก 84ก 91ก 95ก 105ก and 543ก.
  • "ข" (Kho) is the second Thai alphabet. It means "B" in English alphabet. The route bus with ข (Kho) are different the original route bus. The route bus with ข (Kho) ; 95ข.

Fare collection

The BMTA allows riders to board a bus and pays with cash or coupons. In the near future, the government will implement the common ticketing system across all mass transit modes, allowing passengers to pay with a single smart card
Smart card
A smart card, chip card, or integrated circuit card , is any pocket-sized card with embedded integrated circuits. A smart card or microprocessor cards contain volatile memory and microprocessor components. The card is made of plastic, generally polyvinyl chloride, but sometimes acrylonitrile...

.

Paying with cash

Conductor on the bus walks back and forth to collect fare from passengers. The fare varies as distance traveled, type of buses, and type of services. Monks and postal workers on duty are exempt from paying fare. Fifty-percent discount is given to the blind, military and police officers in uniform, decorated veterans, and senior citizens. Students with pre-purchased passes also pay discount fare.

Paying with coupon

Passengers can purchase coupons with discount at BMTA headquarter and branch offices. These coupons can be used as fare payment at face value on the bus.

Bus fleet

BMTA operates air-conditioned and ordinary buses from various makers, most of which are Japanese. The air-conditioned bus fleet consists of buses from Hino
Hino Motors
-External links:Global* * * Overseas offices****.*.***.*.* - Philippines**...

, Isuzu
Isuzu
, is a Japanese car, commercial vehicle and heavy truck manufacturing company, headquartered in Tokyo. In 2005, Isuzu became the world's largest manufacturer of medium to heavy duty trucks. It has assembly and manufacturing plants in the Japanese city of Fujisawa, as well as in the prefectures...

, Daewoo
Daewoo
Daewoo or the Daewoo Group was a major South Korean chaebol . It was founded on 22 March 1967 as Daewoo Industrial and was dismantled by the Korean government in 1999...

, Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz is a German manufacturer of automobiles, buses, coaches, and trucks. Mercedes-Benz is a division of its parent company, Daimler AG...

 (standard and articulated), MAN AG
MAN AG
MAN SE , formerly MAN AG, is a mechanical engineering company and parent company of the MAN Group. MAN SE is based in Munich, in the German State of Bavaria. Its primary output is for the automotive industry, particularly heavy trucks...

, and Ikarus Bus
Ikarus Bus
Ikarus is a bus manufacturer based in Budapest, Hungary. It was established in 1895 as Uhri Imre Kovács- és Kocsigyártó Üzeme .-History:...

 (articulated bus
Articulated bus
An articulated bus is an articulated vehicle used in public transportation. It is usually a single-deck design, and comprises two rigid sections linked by a pivoting joint...

 only). The ordinary bus fleet consists of buses from Hino, Isuzu, Daewoo, and Mitsubishi Fuso
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation
The Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation is a German-owned, Japan-based manufacturer of trucks and buses. It is headquartered in Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa, Japan. This company is one of the World's largest truck manufacturers...

. However, the ordinary buses are being phased out. Most of the buses run on diesel, but they are being converted to cleaner and cheaper natural gas
Natural gas
Natural gas is a naturally occurring gas mixture consisting primarily of methane, typically with 0–20% higher hydrocarbons . It is found associated with other hydrocarbon fuel, in coal beds, as methane clathrates, and is an important fuel source and a major feedstock for fertilizers.Most natural...

 (NGV) engine. Recently, it operates new routes of NGV-powered air-conditioned vans, shuttling people between city center and suburban communities.

Ordinary buses (cream-red colour)

Brand Model Bodywork Registed Zone used Bus amount Bus code Seat Image
Hino AK176 Hino Motors Co., Ltd 1991 1, 3, 4, 5 540 + 4* Z-40001 to Z-40540 34
Isuzu MT111QB Cherdchai Industrial Factory Co., Ltd 1991 1, 6, 7, 8 540 + 2* Z-50001 to Z-50540 34
Mitsubishi Fuso RP118 Cherdchai Industrial Factory Co., Ltd 1991 2, 4, 8 510 + 3* Z-80001 to Z-80510 34

Notation + No.* mean No. of spare bus

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Ordinary buses (white-green colour)

Brand Model Bodywork Registed Zone used Bus amount Bus code Seat Image
Mercedes-Benz OH360i Thonburi Bus Body Co.,Ltd 1997 5, 6 80 Z-30301 to Z-30380 32
Hino AK176 Hino Motors Co., Ltd 1991 5 41 Z-40001 to Z-40540 34


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Air-conditioned buses (cream-blue colour)

Brand Model Bodywork Registed Zone used Bus amount Bus code Seat Image
Isuzu CQA650 A/T Cherdchai Industrial Factory Co., Ltd 1995 1,7, 8 100 Z-30XX 46
Hino HU3KKSKL Thonburi Bus Body Co.,Ltd 1995 2 80 + 1* 2-40XX 50
Mercedes-Benz OF1617 Thonburi Bus Body Co.,Ltd 1991 5, 6 200 Z-6XXX 50

Notation + No.* mean No. of spare bus

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Air-conditioned buses (white-green-red colour) [articulated buses]

Brand Model Bodywork Registed Zone used Bus amount Bus code Seat Image
Mercedes-Benz O405G Thonburi Bus Body Co.,Ltd 1995 3 52 (Prepare to Retire) 3-90XX 90


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Air-conditioned buses (white-green-blue colour) [NGV buses]

Brand Model Bodywork Registed Zone used Bus amount Bus code Seat Image
Mercedes-Benz O405 CNG Thonburi Bus Body Co.,Ltd 1993 1 38 1-1001 to 1-1038 46
MAN 16.230 HOCL/R - CNG Bangpong Bus Body Co., Ltd (Ratchaburi) 1993 (Rebodied in 2010) 1 44 (Only One Test Drive No. 2018) 1-2001 to 1-2044 44
SUNLONG SLK6111 UE6NA CNG Bestlin Group Co.,Ltd 2011 1 40 1-90001 to 1-90040 38
KINGLONG XMQ6106CNG - 2011 5 40 5-XXXX -


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Air-conditioned buses (orange colour) [EuroII buses]

Brand Model Bodywork Registed Zone used Bus amount Bus code Seat Image
Hino RU1JSSL Thonburi Bus Body Co.,Ltd 1998 1, 3, 4 200 + 2* Z-44001 to Z-44200 35
Hino RU1JSSL Thonburi Bus Body Co.,Ltd 2002 1, 3, 4 125 + 1* Z-45001 to Z-45125 35
Isuzu LV223S Cherdchai Industrial Factory Co., Ltd 1998 1, 5, 7, 8 200 + 1* Z-55001 to Z-55200 35
Isuzu LV423R Cherdchai Industrial Factory Co., Ltd 2002 5, 6, 7, 8 125 Z-56001 to Z-56125 35
Mercedes-Benz OH1829/63 Thonburi Bus Body Co.,Ltd 1998 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 397 + 3* Z-66001 to Z-66397 35
Deawoo BH115 Thonburi Bus Body Co.,Ltd 2002 1, 5, 8 250 + 1* Z-67001 to Z-67250 35

Notation + No.* mean No. of spare bus

Air-conditioned buses (light green colour) [Ethanol bus]

Brand Model Bodywork Registed Zone used Bus amount Bus code Seat Image Notation
Scania K270UB Gemilang Bodywork Co., Ltd 2011 - 1 - 34 Trial Service Bus (Ethanol Fuel Bus) on route 21.

Ordinary Buses (cream-blue colour)

Brand Model Registered De-Registered Zone used Bus amount Bus code Image Notation
HINO BT 1977 1992 1, 2, 4, 10 1,000 Z-1001 to Z-2000 -
ISUZU TX192 1977 1992 1, 5, 8, 9 500 Z-2001 to Z-2500 -
Mercedes Benz OF1611 1977 1989 3, 5, 6 800 Z-3001 to Z-3800 -
VOLVO Alisa B55-10 Mk I 1978 1978 - 1 - Trial Service Bus (Double Decker)
HINO BX320 1980 1997 1, 2, 3, 4, 10 500 Z-10101 to Z-10600 -
ISUZU JCR600YZNN 1980 1997 1, 5, 8, 9 500 Z-20101 to Z-20600 -
Mercedes-Benz - 1980 1992 5, 6 200 Z-30101 to Z-30300 -
Leyland Olympian B45 1987 1987 1 1 - Trial Service Bus (Double Decker)

Ordinary Buses (cream-red colour)

Brand Model Registed De-Registed Zone used Bus amount Bus code Image Notation
HINO BX321 1988 1999 1, 2, 4 ,10 250 Z-4001 to Z-4250 Used Fare Box for 6 Months in 1988
ISUZU MT111L 1988 1999 1, 5, 8, 9 250 Z-5001 to Z-5250 Used Fare Box for 6 Months in 1988
DAEWOO BF120DS 1988 1999 2, 3 ,4 , 5 ,6 400 Z-70101 to Z-70500 Used Fare Box for 6 Months in 1988
DAEWOO BF120S 1991 1999 5 ,6 450 Z-70501 to Z-70950 -

Air-conditioned Buses(cream-blue colour)

Brand Model Registed De-Registed Zone used Bus amount Bus code Image Notation
VOLVO B57-60 1977 1982 11 200 11-101 to 11-300 Use only front door
VOLVO B57-60 1981 1987 11 40 81-3001 to 81-3040
HINO - 1981 1989 11 180 82-4001 to 82-4180 Since 22 July 1985 SK.Tour and Service Co.,Ltd serviced route Air.4 Air.6 Air.7 Air.8 and Air.29
ISUZU BU35K 1981 1995 11 180 83-5001 to 83-5180 -
MAN - 1987 1987 11 1 - Trial Serviced Bus (Use CNG Fuel.)
VOLVO B57-60 1987 1991 11 180 11-101 to 11-280 -
Mercedes Benz - 1987 1991 11 100 11-6001 to 11-6100 -
Mercedes Benz OF1617 1991 2002 (500 Buses)

2010 (200 Buses)
11 800 Z-6101 to Z-6900 250px -
Mercedes Benz 1114 1997 2004 4, 5 30 Z-9501 to Z-9530 Used Fare Box and Serviced route 42 47 76 Air.26(162)

Air-conditioned Buses (Articulated buses)

Brand Model Registed De-Registed Zone used Bus amount Bus code Image Notation
VOLVO B10M 1992 1992 1 1 - Trial Serviced Bus
IKARUS 283 1995 2008 2 50 2-8001 to 2-8050 -

Air-conditioned Buses (NGV buses)

Brand Model Registed De-Registed Zone used Bus amount Bus code Image Notation
DONGFENG HANGZHOU DHZ6111CF(CNG) 2006 2007 1 1 - Trial Serviced Bus
ISUZU LV486R 2007 2008 1 1 - Trial Serviced Bus

See also

  • Buses in Bangkok
    Buses in Bangkok
    Bangkok, Thailand, has an extensive bus network providing local transit services within the Greater Bangkok area. Most regular services are operated by the Bangkok Mass Transit Authority...

  • BRT (Bangkok)
  • Bangkok Metro
    Bangkok Metro
    The MRT , sometimes referred to as the Bangkok Metro, is Bangkok's underground metro system in Thailand. It was constructed under a concession concept...

  • List of bus routes in Bangkok
  • List of rapid transit systems

External links

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