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If you plan to hitch in '''Mongolia''', it is good to know that drivers expect to be paid. Before entering the car bargain for the price or make it clear that you have no money, and expect a jam-packed car, packed with amazingly friendly people! Expect flat tyres, overheating jeeps and not much more than 100km a day. The easiest place to find rides in small towns is in the local markets, where locals look for shared rides and trucks are picking up and delivering supplies. Otherwise just stand by the road and madly wave down whoever is passing, they will stop (no need for a [[sign]]). Asking the locals is also a good way to get information on rides and routes. Be warned you probably won't be able to leave before endless cups of tea and milk cookies. Most Mongolians don't speak English, but Russian is common.

But of Of course you can get free rides! One big problem is , though it may be difficult to make them understand that and understand themcommunicate with the locals.