Bangkok: The Bus Terminal Authority (BTA) has reported that over 136,000 passengers traveled from Bangkok's Mochit 2 bus terminal yesterday as part of the New Year's travel rush. The CEO of the Bus Terminal Company (BKT) reviewed the arrangements to facilitate public travel for the New Year, ensuring that the terminal was cleared by midnight.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Atthawit Rakchamroon, Managing Director of Transport Co., Ltd. (BKS), inspected the facilities at the Bangkok Bus Terminal (Chatuchak), also known as Mochit 2, to ensure readiness for the expected influx of travelers heading home or to tourist destinations for the New Year's Eve and New Year's Day 2026 celebrations. He emphasized the importance of providing friendly service and maintaining sufficient bus operations to prevent passenger congestion.
Yesterday's operations saw 83,764 passengers traveling outbound and 53,217 returning, with a total of 136,981 passengers utilizing 7,507 bus trips. This included both government-owned and privately operated buses. The BKS successfully managed operations, ensuring all passengers departed from the terminal by midnight.
Today, an estimated 100,000 to 120,000 people are expected to travel, with over 6,000 bus trips scheduled. BKS has arranged nearly 1,000 additional non-scheduled buses to accommodate the demand. Passengers with advance bookings for routes to the North and Northeast regions are advised to confirm their travel details and arrive at the terminal at least one hour before departure. Additional buses will also depart from Bangkok Central Station, Gate 2.