PATTAYA, Thailand – Motorists navigating the Sukhumvit-Pattaya North Road corridor continue to face enduring congestion as the long-awaited opening of the connecting motorway interchange remains postponed. Despite initial assurances of its inauguration on March 24, the turn-off to the motorway remains inaccessible, exacerbating traffic challenges in the area.
As of March 26, the delay in opening the motorway interchange, which was anticipated to alleviate congestion along Sukhumvit Road, has stirred disappointment among commuters and local authorities alike. Pattaya authorities had previously outlined plans to inaugurate all routes by May, with the objective of improving traffic flow and accommodating the increasing influx of tourists.
With the approaching Songkran holiday in April, a period traditionally associated with heightened tourism activity, the urgency to address the congestion issues promptly becomes even more pronounced. Motorists are advised to meticulously plan their routes and factor in additional travel time or explore alternative paths to navigate around potential delays.
While authorities continue to work towards resolving the congestion predicament, motorists are encouraged to remain patient and proactively plan their journeys to navigate the affected routes smoothly. Collaborative efforts are underway, with the hope that a swift resolution will soon bring relief to commuters traversing the Sukhumvit-Pattaya North Road corridor.
