Travel continues as people return home for the 2026 New Year. On the "Asia Highway," all traffic lanes are full but vehicles are still moving well. It is expected that the number of vehicles will increase significantly throughout today.
On 29 December 2025 at 09:00, reporters observed traffic conditions on the Asia Highway, Phahonyothin Road, and Route 347. Many people are driving back to their hometowns. On the main roads passing through Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya province, traffic is dense, with speeds ranging from 80 to 100 kilometers per hour in some sections and slowdowns at some intersections and merging points.
On the Asia Highway around kilometer 16 in Ban Krot Subdistrict, Bang Pa-in District, passing through Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Nakhon Luang, Bang Pa Han, and Maharaj districts, the volume of vehicles this morning fills all traffic lanes but is still moving smoothly.
On Phahonyothin Road passing through Wang Noi District in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya province, there are also many vehicles, but traffic is still moving well.
It is expected that from now until tonight, vehicle numbers will increase as people rush to return home. Travelers are advised to be cautious of sudden stops in the far-left lane for passenger pick-up, drop-off, or resting vehicles, as well as vehicles entering from intersections. Drivers should obey speed limits and exercise caution to travel safely back to work for the New Year. If feeling tired, they are encouraged to stop at service points where highway police and local agencies are available to assist and ensure safety along the route.
