Bangkok to Hua Hin - 2am run safe or not?

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Bangkok to Hua Hin - 2am run safe or not?

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Just looking for some feedback on what others think.

Would you think it to be safe in mid August to drive from Bangkok to Hua Hin at around 2am in a pre booked taxi?
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Yes, as safe as you'll ever be on the road in Thailand.
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dtaai-maai wrote:Yes, as safe as you'll ever be on the road in Thailand.
I would certainly consider it especially if using my regular Taxi Firm.
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Probably safer at 2am than 7-8am when the kamikaze kids are going to school and people to work.
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I always go the other way around that time from HH to the airport, no problems and super quick as no traffic on the road. In fact I will be doing it on 3rd August. PM me if you want the name of my regular taxi service. :cheers:
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Just make sure you sit where you can see the driver's eyes in the mirror. I've had a couple that I had to keep poking to keep them from falling asleep.
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No chance of me doing that HHF 'cos at 2am I am on my way home after my final night out and I am the one fast asleep :oops:
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Thanks for the replies!

Yes, any road trip in Thailand is a roll of the dice.

I will be sure to sit next to the driver and keep him awake.
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