The Department of Highways announced that on 20 April 2026, there will be a temporary traffic diversion on the main lanes of Rama 2 Road (both inbound and outbound) between km 26 and 30+500. During daytime, two lanes per side will remain open, while at night the main lanes will close, and traffic will use parallel roads instead. This is to expedite the installation work of structural components.M82 ExpresswayExpected completion by May 2026Advice to the publicPlan your travel and allow extra time to avoid traffic delays
Mr. Piyapong Jiwattanakulpaisan, Director-GeneralDepartment of Highways (DOH)stated thatthe Department of Highways (DOH)through the Bridge Construction Office, informs the public using Highway No. 35 (Rama 2 Road))that after the Songkran festival, the Department of Highways will again close and divert traffic on some main lanes to install structural components of the elevated highway project M82 Bang Khun Thian–Ban Phaeo (sections 4 and 7). The planned closures will affect main lanes between km 26 and km 30+500 starting from 20 April 2026.
From 05:00 to 20:00, traffic on the main lanes will be managed to allow two lanes per direction (inbound and outbound) to remain open. However, at night, the main lanes must be closed for safety during work. Drivers can use the parallel frontage roads, which remain open 24 hours with two lanes per side. The Department aims to complete the installation of remaining elevated structural components and restore the main lanes by May 2026 to minimize impact on road users.
The Department of Highways advises the public to check information and plan trips in advance, especially those traveling through the area during the day. Travelers should allow extra time or consider alternative routes. Traffic updates and further information are available via the Department's hotline 1586, free of charge, 24 hours a day.
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