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The speed limits for Thailand are 90 km/h on open roads, 50km/h in towns and 120km/h in motorways unless signs say otherwise.
Hiring a car to drive in Thailand can be very pleasant as highways are well maintained throughout the country. However, when you are driving in the big cities, heavy traffic may make your road trip far more challenging. This brief guide will provide a complete cover-up aiming to help you when planning a trip to Thailand.
Driving in Thailand is on the left-hand side of the road. Some driving norms in Thailand can somewhat be seen as particular depending where you come from. For instance, tailgating is quite common and accepted by the locales, and people often cut each other off or cut into lines of cars.
Speed LimitThe speed limits for Thailand are 90 km/h on open roads, 50km/h in towns and 120km/h in motorways unless signs say otherwise.
Traffic SignsThere are mainly three types of road signs in Thailand, including regulatory signs, warning signs, and informational signs.
Thailand regulatory signs have different shapes, most of them featuring red border and white background. Note that the Stop Sign is written in Thai language instead of English or by pictogram, but a typical Octagon is applied to imply its meaning like most of the countries.
 Stop(Thai Language) |  Give Way(Thai Language) |  Slow Down(Thai Language) |  No Overtaking |  Give Way to Oncoming Vehicles Used to Traffic Bottleneck Points |
Thailand warning signs mostly feature a yellow background with black pictogram.
 Hump |  Divided Road Begins |  Divided Road Ends |  Pedestrian Crossing |  Wild Animals Crossing |  No Overtake Zone |
Thailand information signs are blue with rectangular or square shapes.
 Dead End |  Clinic |  End of Motorway |
Seatbelt LawsA new law has come into effect from the 5th of April 2017, stating that passengers in the rear seat of a car are now required to wear seatbelts in addition to the driver and front seat passenger. Failure to do so can result in a fine of up to 500 Thai Baht.
Booster Seat LawsThe Thailand law states that children should be restrained in an age-appropriate system. Children under 12 years old should not sit in the front of a vehicle.
ParkingBecause of the heavy traffic, parking in some Thai cities can be difficult to find. Parking rules and rates are usually marked on signs with English translations in tourist areas.
· Permitted Parking
- White rectangle on the road indicates a designated car parking space. Many shops, malls, restaurants, sights and hotels offer to park and if payment is needed, it will not be expensive.
- Yellow and white markings indicate a short-term parking space only, for usually no more than five minutes. These markings also indicate a bus stop. It is therefore not advised to park there.
· No Parking
- Red and white markings indicate a no parking zone, which means cars may not park here.
- Multiple white diagonal lines indicate parking spaces for motorcycles only and no cars can park here.
Fuel PricesThe average price for Thailand gasoline price between July and November 2017 was 34.36 Thai Baht, and diesel was 26.79 on 4th Dec.2017.
TollOnly the big Bangkok-area expressways demand electronic payment, while cash can be used in other places. The usual charge is between 40 and 50 Thai baht. If you do not have an electronic sensor (automatic deduction), do not go to the easy pass lane with blue marks on the ground.
Failing to pay the toll in time may lead to the car rental company paying on your behalf by debiting your credit card, charging a total amount of the toll fee and its management fee from your credit card. Please be aware that this management fee can be costly.
DUI LawsDrivers who have had their licenses for over five years are allowed to have a Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) of up to 0.05% when behind the wheel, while divers under 20 years are only allowed to have maximal BAC of 0.02%. A hefty fine of 60,000 THB and/or a 6-month prison sentence will be applied in case of DUI.
Foreigners driving after an excessive consumption of alcohol may also risk being deported, depending on the severity of the case.
Traffic FinesSpeeding fines in Thailand are between 200 THB to 400 THB. Parking in the wrong place or exceeding the time allowed will result in a parking ticket. Finally, parking in a non-parking area may result in a fine of 200 Thai Baht.
Some of the fines can be paid on the spot. In case you have not paid a fine, your car hire company will collect the fine’s charge as well as an added administration fee directly from your credit card.
Should you have questions in terms of traffic fines collection, you are always welcome to contact QEEQ for assistance.
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February 24, 2025
Destination: Bangkok
前回のASAPレンタカーと一緒で、また、言いがかりをつけてきました。ほとほと、スワンナプームのレンタル会社に嫌気がさしてきました。 ASAPは前回で相当嫌な思いをしたので今回はこのレンタカー会社にしましたが、この会社を中国系の企業らしくASAPと一緒です。 前回同様、返却時に車内で煙草を吸ったと言いがかりをつけ、クリーニング代を４０００バーツ請求してきました。 今回は私が日焼けで皮膚がボロボロのため、皮膚の欠片が床に落ちていたにも関わらず、タバコの灰だと言ってききませんでした。 喫煙していないと何度も主張しても、まったく取合わずデポジットからクリーニング代金4000バーツを請求してきました。 このデポジットというシステムですが、クレジットカードでレンタル時に払うため、レンタカー会社の都合でいかようにもなります。レンタルする側はどうにもなりません。 後ほど、Hertsのスタッフに聞いたところ、中国系のレンタル会社は日本人には適当にデポジットから保険や車両の傷、ガソリン代や清掃代など請求してもそのうち諦めるからほっとくと話していたのを聞いたことがあると言っていました。日本人のみなさんほんと気を付けて下さい。
View moreFebruary 18, 2025
Destination: Bangkok
Hello , I rented a car from budget desk from suvarnabhumi airport at 20:00 on 17th February. Your staff at front desk was very rude. She was trying to explain ‘taking photo of the fine of driving high speed brochure and send as email’. At the beginning , I didn’t understand because of Thai accent. then she started speaking with very high tone and ugly speaking sound. these girls at front deck can be more polite with Thai smile
View moreFebruary 18, 2025
Destination: Bangkok
到着ゲートからカウンター場所が近く、車の受渡場所までも近いので敏速に借りる手続きが完了しました。
View moreFebruary 18, 2025
Destination: Chiang Mai
Met my expectation
View moreFebruary 14, 2025
Destination: Bangkok
외부 스크레치가 많이서 조금 부담이었지만 차량 이용에는 불편이 없었음
View moreFebruary 12, 2025
Destination: Bangkok
国際線プラットフォーム内のハーツにて受け渡しが迅速に行われました。車両はほとんど新車で文句は何もありませんでした！
View moreFebruary 12, 2025
Destination: Bangkok
初めての場所（ドンムアン空港）での返却の際にスタッフの対応は素早く、笑顔で素敵でした。
View moreFebruary 12, 2025
Destination: Bangkok
とてもスムーズに対応頂きました。
View moreFebruary 8, 2025
Destination: Bangkok
予想以上にひどい状態の車だった
View moreFebruary 2, 2025
Destination: Haad Yai
Yes staff was helpful. Just that the language barrier could be an issue. Also the staff didnt advice me on the nearest petrol station to the airport to refuel the gas. I had to figure that information myself
View moreJanuary 29, 2025
Destination: Koh Samui
All good no issues, will book again
View moreJanuary 22, 2025
Destination: Bangkok
何かあった時の電話番号が車に貼ってあるが、タイでは自分達の携帯では、通話出来ないし、日本語しか出来ない為不安だった、ラインで対応して貰えれば良いと思う
View moreJanuary 18, 2025
Destination: Bangkok
今回は新車を借りることができました。返却時の対応もスムーズでした。
View moreJanuary 15, 2025
Destination: Bangkok
Car exceeded my expectations as it was new and in perfect condition. The staff was courteous and answered any questions I had.
View moreJanuary 14, 2025
Destination: Bangkok
Every thing are OK! Except for the directions to the parking lot. It wasn't like this the last time I used a Europcar. They gave me printed information map.
View moreJanuary 8, 2025
Destination: Bangkok
カウンタースタッフが一時不在でした。
View moreJanuary 3, 2025
Destination: Bangkok
通常にレンタカーカウンターではなく離れた場所にあるのでわかりにくかった
View moreJanuary 3, 2025
Destination: Bangkok
フロントガラス等は汚れているが概ね問題ない、ウォッシャー液が無く自分で水を買って入れた
View moreDecember 30, 2024
Destination: Bangkok
よかった
View moreDecember 29, 2024
Destination: Phuket
Service staff was friendly and efficient. Pick up and drop off were smooth and quick.
View moreDecember 24, 2024
Destination: Bangkok
車はとても良かったし、日本語を喋れるスタッフがいたので心強かった。
View moreDecember 23, 2024
Destination: Bangkok
Alamo good rental and cheap.
View moreDecember 22, 2024
Destination: Bangkok
All are good except duration to return deposit is too long
View moreDecember 20, 2024
Destination: Krabi
Car was in good condition and has spacious boot for up to 4 small cabin size luggages.
View moreDecember 17, 2024
Destination: Bangkok
Good
View moreDecember 17, 2024
Destination: Phuket
Staff were all very helpful
View moreDecember 16, 2024
Destination: Chiang Mai
รถดีมาก รงปก เคา์เตอร์ะดวก
View moreDecember 14, 2024
Destination: Chiang Mai
Staff at pickup counter are very helpful. But the reverse sensor of the car is malfunction.
View moreDecember 6, 2024
Destination: Phuket
Absolutely fine.
View moreDecember 5, 2024
Destination: Phuket
They are okay. The price is relatively cheap.
View moreDecember 4, 2024
Destination: Chiang Mai
Yes
View moreNovember 20, 2024
Destination: Chiang Mai
The car was in good condition and performs really well. Especially going on steep uphill roads. The Hybrid gave us lots of savings on fuel. That itself felt like an upgrade although it did come with some light scratches on the paintwork. Additional driver was added free of charge. Customer service is very friendly and always have a smile.
View moreNovember 16, 2024
Destination: Chiang Rai
Everything very good
View moreNovember 14, 2024
Destination: Bangkok
Upgrade รถให้แต่ไม่แจ้งอะไร รถเก่าหน่อย เบาะคนขับเริ่มเบี้ยวทำให้นั่งไม่สบาย
View moreNovember 2, 2024
Destination: Bangkok
On vehicle return, I was told that THB6000 will be deducted because the floor mats in the car were wet. I informed that staff that there was no rain nor floor in the whole duration of my rental and the mats were not checked when the car was handed over. I raised the issue with the counter and referred to their manager who decided eventually to waive the charge, which was much appreciated. Am concerned if this could be a scam to charge extra for rental.
View moreNovember 2, 2024
Destination: Phuket
Car was a serious disappointment, old and very scratched up, smelled really bad of urine
View moreOctober 12, 2024
Destination: Haad Yai
Everything was simple.
View moreSeptember 26, 2024
Destination: Koh Samui
Auto tadellos, personal sehr nett, haben uns kostenlos ins Hotel zurück gebracht.
View moreSeptember 25, 2024
Destination: Krabi
Staff is helpful. Car was good and clean
View moreSeptember 18, 2024
Destination: Bangkok
４日間で１万円の料金はとても魅力的です
View moreSeptember 15, 2024
Destination: Bangkok
返却時に小さい傷を指摘された。貸出時に写真を撮っていたので説明できたが、写真をとっていなければ危険だと感じた。
View moreSeptember 12, 2024
Destination: Bangkok
Not informed of the M Flow toll facility
View moreSeptember 12, 2024
Destination: Bangkok
車は、ヤリス程度もほどほどで、受付から、駐車場に移って説明を聞いてから、すぐに出発できました。
View moreSeptember 9, 2024
Destination: Bangkok
รถสภาพดี แต่มีรอยขูดด้านข้างซ้ายนิดหน่อย แต่ไม่มีปัญหาต่อการขับขี่ พนักงานหน้าเคาท์เตอร์ บริการดีมาก สุภาพ รวดเร็ว พนักงานที่รับโทรศัพท์ ให้คำแนะนำและช่วยเหลือลูกค้าดีมาก โทรไปหา Thai Rent A car ตอนประมาณ 09.30 - 10.00 น. เพื่อตรวจสอบข้อมูลการจอง เพราะยังไม่ได้เมลล์ยืนยันข้อมูลการจอง และยังไม่มีข้อมูลในระบบ ทั้งที่ข้อมูลการจองนัดรับรถ 12.00 น. ซึ่งตอนแรกร้อนใจมาก แต่พนักงานได้ช่วยเหลือโดยให้แอดไลน์ส่งข้อมูลการจองทางไลน์ จนสามารถได้รับเมลล์ยืนยันการจองได้ตอนหลัง 10.30 น.
View moreAugust 31, 2024
Destination: Phuket
thanks you
View moreAugust 28, 2024
Destination: Krabi
Convenient with booking Good car rent supply
View moreAugust 19, 2024
Destination: Bangkok
待ち時間少なく時間変更も対応して貰えました。追加料金もリーズナブルでした。
View moreAugust 16, 2024
Destination: Ubon Ratchathani
No problem
View moreAugust 7, 2024
Destination: Bangkok
Ok
View moreAugust 1, 2024
Destination: Bangkok
Very satisfied. The car was almost new with 20,000 km, had good features, and was easy to drive.
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