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Free weekend use of M6 Bang Pa-in–Pak Chong from 21 Aug 2026

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  1. M6 motorway free on weekends from August 21 to December 25

    The M6 motorway between Bang Pa-in and Pak Chong is free to use every weekend from noon Friday to midnight Sunday, as a trial until December 25, 2026. Speed is capped at 80 km/h and only four-wheeled vehicles are allowed. After the trial, tolls will be introduced, expected from April 2027.

    The Thaiger

  2. Free weekend use of M6 Bang Pa-in–Pak Chong from 21 Aug 2026

    The Department of Highways will open the M6 motorway section between Bang Pa-in and Pak Chong free of charge on weekends (Friday noon to Sunday midnight) starting 21 August 2026. The trial allows continuous travel to Nakhon Ratchasima, with a speed limit of 80 km/h and only four-wheel passenger vehicles permitted.

    Khaosod English