Starting rate rises to 40 baht, meters need to be adjusted to reflect changes
The government has approved new fares for Bangkok taxis, starting at 40 baht for the first kilometre, up from the current rate of 35 baht.
The current rates have been in place for eight years, and taxi meters will each be adjusted to reflect the updated rates at two city locations beginning Monday.
The Department of Land Transport (DLT) said drivers could have their meters adjusted at Bang Sue Grand Station, or Krung Thep Abhiwat Central Terminal, until Feb 28.
The Transport Ministry officially raised the…
