Flooding Closes Section of M7 Motorway in Chonburi
The Department of Highways has closed a segment of the M7 motorway in Chonburi due to flooding, advising motorists to use alternative routes.
On September 26, 2026, the Department of Highways reported that a section of the M7 motorway (Bangkok–Chonburi–Map Ta Phut) is currently impassable due to flooding. The affected area is located at kilometer marker 81+900 near Ban Nong Kha in the Phanat Nikhom District of Chonburi Province. According to Khaosod Online, water from the frontage road has overflowed into the main lanes, forcing a complete closure of both inbound and outbound traffic.
For travelers and residents, this closure significantly impacts transit between Bangkok and the eastern provinces. The Department of Highways is currently on-site managing traffic and working to resolve the situation. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and follow these suggested detours:
- Inbound: Exit the M7 at the Nong Kham interchange and re-enter at the Bang Phra or Ban Bueng interchanges.
- Outbound: Exit the M7 at the Ban Bueng interchange.
Authorities are using Variable Message Signs (VMS) to alert drivers and are urging the public to plan their journeys in advance. While crews are actively working to clear the route, it remains unconfirmed how long the closure will persist. Travelers should monitor official updates from the Department of Highways and follow the instructions of local officials strictly until the road is reopened.
