Is it okay to use ATMs late in the evening in Thailand or should I stick to daytime withdrawals only? I am a single woman travelling so want to be safe.
Used a Krungsri ATM outside a Tesco Lotus in Phuket around 9:45pm. There was a security guy nearby and a bunch of people still shopping. Felt safe. I wouldn’t use an ATM after dark unless it’s in or next to a 24/7 store, hotel, or mall. Bonus if it’s next to a bank branch with guards or cameras.
I used Siam Commercial Bank (SCB) ATMs in Chiang Mai and Bangkok. Once at 11pm near my hostel on Ratchadamnoen Rd. It was well-lit, lots of foot traffic, so I felt fine. But I once saw a solo machine behind a closed pharmacy and nope - didn’t even go near. My rule: if no one else is around and there’s no CCTV or shop nearby, skip it.
Kasikorn Bank ATMs are super common, even on islands, but I always used the ones inside hotels or attached to malls. On Koh Samui, I used one at 10:30pm in my hotel lobby - no issues. I avoid ATMs on dark roads or those not facing busy areas. I also carry some emergency cash so I don’t have to withdraw late unless needed.
Is it okay to use ATMs late in the evening in Thailand or should I stick to daytime withdrawals only? I am a single woman travelling so want to be safe.
Used Bangkok Bank ATMs late at night so i'd say just pick smart locations. I was solo in Bangkok last month and used Bangkok Bank ATMs a few times between 9 to 11pm. No problems at all, but I always picked ones outside 7-Elevens or inside well-lit malls like Terminal 21. I’d avoid sketchy side street machines or freestanding ATMs. Also preferred ones near bank branches for peace of mind.
Krungsri Bank ATM in Thailand charged a flat 200 baht per withdrawal. It worked fine with my Visa credit card, and the area felt safe at night.
Bangkok Bank in Thailand had two ATMs - one by a 7-Eleven and one nearby. Both worked well with Visa, Mastercard, and UnionPay. Felt safe at night.
Thanachart ATM was open late at night. Good for emergencies.