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Life in Samut Prakan

"I have lived in Paknam City in Samut Prakan Province for more than 15 years. Through my articles and photos you should gain an insight into life in a typical Thai city. Hopefully you will also come and visit us one day."

- Richard Barrow

Getting Around
Samlor: a three wheeled bicycle ideal for short trips around town. (from 10 baht)
Tuk Tuk: a motorized samlor for longer trips around town. (from 20 baht)
Songtaew: Literally two rows in the back of a pick-up truck. For longer trips on set routes. (7 baht)
Taxi Meter: air-conditioned comfort for longer trips (starting at 35 baht)
Motorcycle Taxis: these bikes will take you down the lanes leading off main roads. (from 10 baht) Cross-river
Ferry: The only way to cross the river from the market to Phra Samut Chedi. (2 baht)
Air-conditioned buses: runs on set routes in and out of Samut Prakan. (from 8 baht)
Normal buses: Same route as the blue bus but cheaper as there is no a/c. (from 3 baht)
Micro Bus: Set routes into Bangkok on a small air- conditioned bus with tv. (25 baht)
Last Updated on Thursday, 16 April 2009