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Thailand · Taxi & CarsGrab
Southeast Asia's dominant ride-hailing "super app," covering private car and taxi rides across Bangkok and other major Thai cities.
What it helps with
- A taxi without bargaining or a broken meterThe fare is fixed in the app before the ride, so there is no haggling with drivers.
- Motorbike taxi through Bangkok trafficGrabBike is the fastest way across the city at rush hour; a helmet is provided.
- Airport ridesGrab has pickup points at Suvarnabhumi, Don Mueang, Phuket and Chiang Mai airports.
About Grab
Grab is a Singapore-founded super app that started as a ride-hailing service and has become one of the most-used apps in Southeast Asia, combining private car and taxi bookings with food delivery, grocery delivery, and digital payments under one platform.
Key Features
- Multiple Ride Types: Choose from private cars (GrabCar), licensed taxis (JustGrab/GrabTaxi), or motorcycle rides depending on the city.
- Upfront Fare Pricing: See the fixed fare before confirming your ride, avoiding meter surprises.
- In-App Payment: Pay by card, GrabPay wallet, or cash depending on your preference and location.
- Driver Ratings and Tracking: Rate drivers after each trip and track your ride live on the map.
How to Get Started
- Download the Grab app and register with your phone number.
- Enter your pickup location and destination to see ride options and fares.
- Choose a ride type and confirm your booking.
- Pay through the app or in cash, and rate your trip afterward.
Before you use it
- Payment: Cash and in-app card payment both work; card payment avoids drivers asking for change.
- Good to know: Fares can be noticeably higher than Bolt or inDrive on the same route; compare apps for longer trips.
Foreign card OK
English available
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Grab work with a foreign bank card in Thailand?
- Yes - Grab accepts foreign-issued cards in Thailand.
- Is Grab available in English?
- Yes, Grab has an English-language interface.
- Do I need a local phone number to use Grab?
- No, an international phone number generally works for Grab.
- Do I need local ID or residency for Grab?
- No, Grab doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
- Where can I use Grab?
- iOS · Android · Web
- How much does Grab cost?
- Fixed fare shown before booking; car, taxi and motorbike options
Phrases for the driverThai
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Tap to hear it or to show it in large letters.
- Please take me to this address (show it on the map) ช่วยไปที่อยู่นี้หน่อยครับ/ค่ะ chûay pai thîi-yùu níi nòi khráp/khâ
- How much will it cost? ราคาเท่าไหร่ครับ/คะ raa-khaa thâo-rài khráp/khá
- Please turn on the meter ช่วยเปิดมิเตอร์ด้วยครับ/ค่ะ chûay pòet mí-tôe dûay khráp/khâ
- Stop here, please จอดตรงนี้ครับ/ค่ะ jòt trong níi khráp/khâ
- Please wait a moment รอสักครู่นะครับ/คะ roo sàk khrûu ná khráp/khá
- Thank you ขอบคุณครับ/ค่ะ khòop khun khráp/khâ
