10 Intersections with Traffic Volumes of Over 100,000 Vehicles Per Day!!!

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Traffic congestion is a persistent problem that workers in Bangkok face daily. The roads with high traffic volumes are typically major thoroughfares that intersect with various streets, such as Rangsit-Vibhavadi, Phahonyothin, or Kanchanaphisek (outer ring road). Some routes are served by the BTS or MRT, which helps alleviate some of the traffic density.

TerraBKK Research found statistics on traffic volumes at intersections in 2015 from the Bangkok Traffic and Transport Department. This data includes all types of vehicles using those roads, such as cars, buses, trucks, and tuk-tuks, over a 12-hour period divided into morning rush hour (7:00-9:00 AM), off-peak hours (9:00 AM-4:00 PM), and evening rush hour (4:00-7:00 PM). The 10 intersections with the highest traffic volumes exceeding 100,000 vehicles per day include not only major roads in the city center like Lat Phrao and Phahonyothin but also key suburban routes that are vital for commuting into the city. The details are as follows:

1. Borommaratchachonnani-Kanchanaphisek Total 352,702 vehicles per day. A major route for traffic on the western side of Bangkok. Morning rush hour 54,690 vehicles, off-peak 208,609 vehicles, and evening rush hour 89,403 vehicles.
2. Lat Phrao Intersection Total 271,120 vehicles per day. Accommodates traffic from Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Phahonyothin Road, and Lat Phrao Road. Morning rush hour 44,370 vehicles, off-peak 159,630 vehicles, and evening rush hour 67,120 vehicles.
3. Vibhavadi Rangsit-Ngamwongwan Total 263,372 vehicles per day. Serves commuters entering and exiting the city from the northwest. Morning rush hour 43,703 vehicles, off-peak 152,211 vehicles, and evening rush hour 67,458 vehicles.
4. Borommaratchachonnani Overpass Total 260,505 vehicles per day. A main route crossing the Chao Phraya River towards Sanam Luang in Bangkok. Morning rush hour 42,313 vehicles, off-peak 146,489 vehicles, and evening rush hour 71,703 vehicles.
5. Ekachai-Kanchanaphisek Total 211,482 vehicles per day. A significant intersection in the southwestern part of Bangkok. Morning rush hour 33,793 vehicles, off-peak 127,827 vehicles, and evening rush hour 49,862 vehicles.
6. Vibhavadi Rangsit-Thaweewattana Housing Authority Total 207,517 vehicles per day. Morning rush hour 35,621 vehicles, off-peak 118,044 vehicles, and evening rush hour 53,852 vehicles.

7. Major Rangsit Roundabout Total 195,821 vehicles per day. An intersection of Phahonyothin Road and the junction of Chaeng Watthana and Ram Inthra Roads. Morning rush hour 31,482 vehicles, off-peak 114,038 vehicles, and evening rush hour 50,301 vehicles.
8. Sutthisan-Vibhavadi Rangsit Total 180,094 vehicles per day. This intersection connects to Phahonyothin and Ratchadapisek Roads, with nearby office buildings and residential areas. Morning rush hour 34,091 vehicles, off-peak 102,712 vehicles, and evening rush hour 43,291 vehicles.
9. Prasertmanukij-Praditmanutham Total 149,137 vehicles per day. A main route for local commuters. Morning rush hour 24,051 vehicles, off-peak 86,808 vehicles, and evening rush hour 38,278 vehicles.
10. Ratchayothin Total 149,044 vehicles per day. An intersection of Phahonyothin and Ratchadapisek Roads. Morning rush hour 25,804 vehicles, off-peak 84,378 vehicles, and evening rush hour 38,862 vehicles.

In terms of real estate, "traffic volume" is a key factor that investors should consider before making investment decisions. It not only reflects the development of an area but also increases the potential for commercial opportunities, as well as the demand for temporary housing such as rental homes or condos, since people living far away often seek temporary accommodation to reduce travel time.

Finally, TerraBKK Research summarizes the traffic volume data at the top 10 intersections with over 100,000 vehicles per day for 2015 as follows --เทอร์ร่า บีเคเค