Uber doesn’t operate in Thailand anymore – it merged with Grab back in 2018. So yes, Grab is available and widely used in Bangkok, Phuket, Chiang Mai, Krabi, and most tourist areas.
✅ Grab in Thailand
Works like Uber: easy app booking, cash or card payment, upfront pricing.
Services: GrabCar (private car), GrabBike (motorbike taxi), and GrabTaxi (metered taxis booked via app).
Why use it: Avoids the usual haggling and scams some tourists face with street taxis/tuk-tuks.
Tip: Fares can surge in peak hours or during rain.
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✅ Best & Safest Ways for Indian Tourists to Get Around
In Bangkok:
BTS Skytrain & MRT Subway: Fast, cheap, and avoids traffic jams.
Chao Phraya River Boats: Great for sightseeing and temple hopping.
Grab: For areas not covered by trains.
In Phuket:
No BTS/MRT, so Grab or airport-approved taxis are your safest bets.
Tuk-tuks are everywhere but expensive — always negotiate before getting in.
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Extra Tips for Safety:
✔ Stick to Grab or official taxi counters at airports.
✔ Avoid random “helpful” drivers inside terminals.
✔ Carry small change for tolls and short rides.
Bottom line: Grab = your Uber in Thailand, and for Bangkok, mix in BTS/MRT for convenience and cost savings.
