Bus The bus can be an inexpensive, but crowded, way to get around Bangkok, but without a map it can be totally confusing. The air-con bus is easily confused with the regular public bus and costs a bit more. As the name implies, the air-con bus is cooler and generally isn't as crowded as its counterpart. Before going anywhere, a price must be agreed upon for a taxi ride. Taxis are plentiful, so bargaining for a good price is not too difficult.
Most taxis are air conditioned and for the most part the drivers can speak English.
Tipping is not customary when taking a taxi. Additional passengers are not charged, neither is baggage. It is not recommended for long distances, as it will end up costing more than a regular taxi, but are good for short trips. Agree upon a price beforehand, if possible, but most drivers don't speak English. The average cost of taking a tuk-tuk is 20 baht.