Transportation 
Q: I want to know the traffic information about Chiang Mai. How to go to Chiang Mai ,and is it convenient to travel to Chiang Mai? Any other information is also welcome .
A : There are a number of bus stations link the city to central, southeast, and northern Thailand. The Central Chang Puak terminal (north of Chiang Puak Gate ) provides local service within Chiang Mai Province.The Chiang Mai Arcade bus terminal north -east of the city provides service to over 20 other destinations in Thailand including Bangkok ,Pattaya ,Hua Hin ,and Phuket .There are several services a day from Chiang Mai Arcade terminal to Mo Chit Station in Bangkok. The next is the state railway which operates 10 trains a day to Chaing Mai Station from Bangkok . Most journeys run overnight and take approximately 12-15 hours. The third is Chiang Mai International Airport which receives up to 28 flights a day from Bangkok and also serves as a local hub for services to other northern cities. International services also connect Chiang Mai with other regional centers ,including cities in other Asian countries .However, the locally preferred form of transport is personal motorbike ,tuk -tuk ,songtheaw and increasingly ,private car.  
Tuk-tuk waiting for passengers 
Songtheaw