What is the cheapest way to get from Caotun to Taipei?

The cheapest way to get from Caotun to Taipei is to line 108 bus and bus which costs $8 - $13 and takes 4h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Caotun to Taipei?

The fastest way to get from Caotun to Taipei is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs $21 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Caotun and Taipei?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Caotun and arriving at Taipei Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Caotun to Taipei?

The distance between Caotun and Taipei is 186 km. The road distance is 177.9 km.

How do I travel from Caotun to Taipei without a car?

The best way to get from Caotun to Taipei without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs $21 - $30.

How long does it take to get from Caotun to Taipei?

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Caotun to Taipei, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caotun to Taipei bus from?

Caotun to Taipei bus services, operated by Kuo-Kuang Bus, depart from Chaoma station.

Train or bus from Caotun to Taipei?

The best way to get from Caotun to Taipei is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs $21 - $30. Alternatively, you can bus via Chaoma, which costs $10 - $16 and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Caotun to Taipei bus arrive?

Caotun to Taipei bus services, operated by Kuo-Kuang Bus, arrive at Taipei Bus Station.

Can I drive from Caotun to Taipei?

Yes, the driving distance between Caotun to Taipei is 178 km. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Caotun to Taipei.

Where can I stay near Taipei?

There are 892+ hotels available in Taipei.

Caotun to Taipei - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 108 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Caotun to Taipei by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from 台中 to 台北臺灣高鐵線
1h 37m
$21–30
Line 108 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Yuying St. to Taichung Station(Taiwan Boulevard)108
2. Take the bus from Taichung Station to Liuzhangli Station9012
4h 30m
$8–13
Bus via Chaoma
1. Take the bus from Chaoma to Taipei Bus Station1827 / ...
3h 19m
$11–16
Drive 177.9 km
1. Drive from Caotun to Taipei177.9 km
2h 9m
$17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Caotun to Taipei Station1831
4h 7m
$9–16
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Caotun to Taichung Station1657
2. Take the train from 臺中 to 臺北山線
4h 35m
$9–16

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 185.7 km
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Caotun, Taiwan and Taipei, Taiwan?

Taiwan High Speed Rail operates a train from 台中 to 台北 every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $20–25 and the journey takes 59 min. Alternatively, Kuo-Kuang Bus operates a bus from Chaoma to Taipei Bus Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $8–11 and the journey takes 2h 38m. U Bus also services this route every 30 minutes.

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