Save these numbers before you ride. Thailand has a well-developed emergency services network and a dedicated tourist assistance line available in English — knowing who to call makes a real difference in an emergency.
Emergency Numbers
| Service | Number |
|---|---|
| Emergency Medical Services / Ambulance | 1669 |
| Police | 191 |
| Tourist Police | 1155 |
| Fire Department | 199 |
| Highway Police | 1193 |
Tourist Police — 1155
The Tourist Police operate a 24-hour English-language hotline and are experienced in assisting foreign visitors with accidents, theft, disputes and any situation where a language barrier might otherwise complicate things. If you are involved in an incident and are unsure how to communicate with local police, calling 1155 first is a sensible move.
Roadside Assistance
Thailand does not have a single national roadside assistance service, but there are practical options available:
Your Rental Shop
If you are on a rental bike, your rental shop is your first call for any mechanical issue. Reputable shops are experienced in helping riders who break down on the road. Keep your rental shop's number saved in your phone from the moment you pick up the bike.
Local Mechanics
Thailand has an extraordinary density of small motorcycle repair shops — virtually every town and village has at least one. For minor mechanical issues, pulling into a local shop is often the quickest and most practical solution. Labour costs are very affordable.
Roadside Assistance Apps
Several insurance providers in Thailand include roadside assistance as part of their voluntary insurance package — check your policy documents if you have voluntary insurance.
A Few Practical Tips
- Save all emergency numbers and your rental shop number in your phone before you leave — not when you need them
- Screenshot this page or save it offline — mobile data is not always available in remote mountain areas
- The Tourist Police line 1155 is available 24 hours in English — use it if you need translation assistance at any point
- If you break down in a remote area, local villages are almost always closer than they appear — push the bike to the nearest habitation and ask for help
Make sure your insurance is in order before you head out.
Knowing what you are covered for is as important as knowing who to call.
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