Motorway 7 crash causes 4km traffic backlog on route to Bangkok

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Emergency crews work to clear an accident scene on Motorway 7 after the crash caused heavy congestion and slow-moving traffic toward Bangkok.

CHONBURI, Thailand – Motorists using Motorway 7 (Bangkok–Ban Chang) faced heavy delays after an accident blocked several lanes on the Bangkok-bound side, causing traffic congestion stretching about 4 kilometers. The accident occurred at approximately kilometer marker 11+300 on the route toward Bangkok. The crash blocked three lanes on the right side of the motorway, forcing vehicles to slow down and creating a long traffic queue.

Officials were deployed to the scene to remove the vehicles involved and clear the affected area, with efforts underway to restore normal traffic flow. Drivers travelling on Motorway 7 were advised to allow extra travel time, follow traffic officers’ instructions and consider alternative routes where possible. Motorists can contact the Motorway Emergency Hotline at 1586, press 7 for traffic updates and assistance.


Traffic builds up for around 4 kilometres after an accident blocked three lanes on Motorway 7’s Bangkok-bound side, causing major delays for motorists.