Learn the 6 hand signals used with Pattaya baht buses.
Wave with palm facing down to flag down a passing songthaew.
When: When a baht bus is approaching and you want to board.
Press the ceiling buzzer or knock on the metal rail to signal your stop.
When: When you are nearing your stop.
Point forward to tell the driver you want to get off a little ahead.
When: When you want to stop just past the current spot.
Hold up fingers to negotiate a charter price, e.g. 1 finger = 100 THB.
When: When chartering the songthaew just for yourself.
Wag your finger side to side to decline a quoted price.
When: When the price is too high — decline and find another vehicle.
Thumbs up to confirm the price and board.
When: After the price has been agreed.