They have had these the last 50 years. Blue songthaews are open-air converted pickup trucks that serve as the cheapest and most authentic way to travel between Phuket Town and major beach areas. [1, 2, 3] Routes and Hubs Main Hub: Most blue songthaews start and end in Phuket Town along Ranong Road near the central fresh market. Destinations: They connect Phuket Town to popular beach spots like Patong, Kata, Karon, Kamala, Surin, Rawai, Chalong, and Nai Harn. No Beach-to-Beach Routes: They generally do not travel directly between different west coast beaches; you usually have to go back through Phuket Town to switch routes. How to Identify: Destinations are normally written in English on the sides or front windshield of the truck. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6] Fares and Operation Cost: Fares range from 30 to 50 baht (up to 80–100 baht for longer remote trips) depending on your destination. You pay the driver when you exit or when they come around to collect during the ride. [1, 2, 3, 4] Hours: They typically run daily from around 6:00 AM to 6:00
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