There are numerous international and local car rental companies. Larger companies have offices in Chiang Mai, Phuket, Pattaya, Hua Hin and Hat Yai and other main towns and cities.

Rent a car isn't the most popular option for travel in Thailand, however is safer than renting a motorbike. You will need an international driver license. There are also a larger number of mini-vans available for those traveling in groups.

GETTING AROUND
	BY AIR
	BY TRAIN
	BY ROAD
	CAR RENTAL
	BY BUS
	BY WATER

It is recommended to look other alternatives before renting a car; the roads in Thailand are not very safe for those unfamiliar. Although traveling by car definitely has its advantages, you can rent a car with a driver, this makes a good option for a day trip to out of the way place.

Car rental companies:

Car Company	Telephone
Avis Rent-a-Car	+66 (0) 2255 5300/4
Thai International Car Rent	+66 (0) 2954 3201/4
Krungthai Car Rent	+66 (0) 2291 8888
Master Car Rental	+66 (0) 26633030
Klongtoey Car Rent	+66 (0) 2250 1930
Lumpini Car Rent	+66 (0) 2255 1966/8
Prabhirarb Transport Co	+66 (0) 2535 2634
Budget	+66 (0) 2203 9222
Fast Car Hire