getting around HUA HIN

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Hua Hin transport

songtaew hua hin With a population of some 75,000, Hua Hin is a relatively small holiday town in comparison to Bangkok, Pattaya and Phuket. However, it is expanding all the time as our destination becomes more and more popular.

Nevertheless, getting around is easy as the centre of town is very concentrated and it is possible to explore the heart by foot. Whether you're staying at one of the up-market hotels, a guesthouse or in accommodation slighly further afield, you're unlikely to be more than a few kilometres away from the major banks, the Post Office and other facilities that are associated with a tourist destination.

There is good variety of transport available in town. Motorcycle taxis are readily available, but bear in mind that most riders do not supply helmets for pillion passengers. Tuk tuks (3 or 4 wheeled, open sided taxis) are again easy to find, particularly in the centre of town and for those want a more recognised form of taxi service, there are plenty of drivers around to take you home.

Public transport consists of songtaews, these green trucks leave every 15 minutes or so and cost 10 baht to and from Khao Takiab and out to the airport. You simply flag one down and get on. They run the same route from Hua Hin night market, down Petchkasem road, you can get on or off at any stage during the journey.

For those that are in no rush you can travel by rickshaw or trishaw. These are three wheeled bicycles that are often seen cruising the back streets of Hua Hin and are a great way to take in the town. Some of the major hotels organize rickshaw tours where you end up in a large convoy snaking your way through downtown Hua Hin.

What to pay for transport

Always agree a price with any driver/rider before setting off. This will negate the chances of any misunderstanding afterwards. After all, negotiating is part of the way of life here, so enjoy doing it -  with a smile.

General guidelines to prices around Hua Hin are suggested below.

Mode | Distance under 1km 1 - 3km 3 - 5km over 5km
motorbike taxi 20 30 40 50+
tuk tuk 50 80 100 150+
songtaew 10 10 10 10
taxi n/a 100 150 200+
rickshaw 40 60 n/a n/a

This is a very approximate guide and you may come across prices that are higher than this, if they are outrageous simply walk away and find an alternative mode of transport.


 
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