Does Thailand have Uber?

The short answer is no, there is currently no Uber in Thailand. However, you can use a ride-hailing app called Grab instead. The app works in a similar way to Uber and is affordable and easy to use. Alternatively, you can use regular taxis, tuk-tuks and public transport to get around.



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Are they legal in Thailand? Grab is legal as a taxi-hailing, limo and motorcycle delivery service. Uber sold out its business in Southeast Asia to Grab. Only legal is driver/car is properly registered.

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All this helped Bolt establish its reputation as a lower price ride-hailing company in Thailand. Based on Measurable AI's e-receipts data in Thailand, Grab's ride-hailing users spend on average 131.4 THB (3.86 USD) in 1Q 22, much higher than Bolt's AOV at 93.5 THB (2.74 USD).

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Prices and Tipping Taxis in Thailand are very cheap relative to western countries. The starting taxi fare is just 35 baht and the meter increases relatively slowly to the distance travelled.

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While it still can be quite expensive, the beauty of booking a taxi from Grab is that you can view the price of your ride before you book it. It's highly secure and safe from tourist scamming, so this is a highly valid option for getting around safely.

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Many Thais will tip at these kind of places. Although, again, this isn't a fixed amount and it's just as much for convenience as it is for gratitude or a comment on the quality. Assuming the food is good and your server are pleasant, the small tip will either be a small banknote – 20 Baht being the most common.

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Save money by taking a bus or minivan There are a variety of bus companies, but the most reliable are those run by the government-subsidized The Transport Co. Buy tickets online or in person at the bus station to avoid scams.

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