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Hold onto your hats, road warriors and daily commuters! It’s no secret that the bustling streets of Bangkok can often resemble a wild orchestra, each driver a musician frantically trying to keep pace. But relief is on the horizon! In a thrilling update from the asphalt jungle, the Transport Ministry is cooking up a game-changing recipe with two brand new elevated tollways on the menu. Strap in, as we cruise through the details of these sky-high roadways that are poised to lift our spirits—and our tires—off the gridlocked groundwork.
Firstly, we’ve got the extension of the legendary Don Muang tollway taking a northbound leap. Forget long and winding roads; this project’s trajectory is a straight shot from the Rangsit area in Pathum Thani all the way to the historically rich realm of Ayutthaya’s Bang Pa-in district. This isn’t just any tarmac trail; we’re talking about a stunning 22-kilometre long viaduct that’s set out to be more than just a passage, but a lifeline for daily travel. With an estimated cost of 31.28 billion baht, this aerial avenue promises to have commuters floating over traffic woes as if on a cloud.
But wait, what’s this? It’s not just one, but two new skyscraping streets on the docket! The second spectacle is a 35.85-kilometre marvel set to glide above Bangkok’s existing western outer ring road. Picture this: you are cruising from Bang Khunthian district, all the way to Bang Bua Thong district of Nonthaburi—without once getting a whiff of that notorious terra firma traffic tangle. The price tag for taking your commute to new heights? A cool 56.03 billion baht.
Now, here’s the part where private sector wizards come into play. The call for tender rings out, beckoning the boldest builders and operators to flex their construction muscles. The mission? To transform these towering transport dreams into concrete (literally) reality. And for those fretting over the budget—fear not! The state has vowed to repay these sky-bound spendings. It’s like building castles in the sky, except these castles help you bypass the dragon that is rush hour gridlock.
Behold, the finish line is in sight—2028 is the year earmarked for the grand unveiling. Envision this: you’re zipping along these elevated express lanes, the breeze in your hair, the cityscape a blur beneath you, and time saved stacking up like coins in a piggy bank. Transport Minister Suriya Juangroongruangkit seems to be steering the ship towards a future where the slogan ‘up, up and away’ isn’t just for hot air balloons and superheroes—it’s for every Bijou and Jack-and-Jill in Bangkok who ever dreamed of flying through the daily commute.
These sky highways are more than just roads; they’re a towering testament to Thailand’s resolve to keep moving forward, to elevate not just its infrastructure, but the everyday lives of its people. So start your countdown, because in five years’ time, we’re not just hitting the road—we’re soaring above it!
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