What is the cheapest way to get from Chiayi to Shifen Waterfall?

The cheapest way to get from Chiayi to Shifen Waterfall is to train which costs $16 - $25 and takes 8h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chiayi to Shifen Waterfall?

The fastest way to get from Chiayi to Shifen Waterfall is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Chiayi and Shifen Waterfall?

No, there is no direct train from Chiayi to Shifen Waterfall. However, there are services departing from 嘉義 and arriving at 大華 via 台中, 臺北 and 瑞芳. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Chiayi to Shifen Waterfall?

The distance between Chiayi and Shifen Waterfall is 300 km. The road distance is 273.6 km.

How do I travel from Chiayi to Shifen Waterfall without a car?

The best way to get from Chiayi to Shifen Waterfall without a car is to train via Taichung which takes 6h 3m and costs $27 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Chiayi to Shifen Waterfall?

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Chiayi to Shifen Waterfall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chiayi to Shifen Waterfall train from?

Chiayi to Shifen Waterfall train services, operated by Taiwan Railway, depart from 嘉義 station.

Train or bus from Chiayi to Shifen Waterfall?

The best way to get from Chiayi to Shifen Waterfall is to train via Taichung which takes 6h 3m and costs $27 - $40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $17 - $27 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Chiayi to Shifen Waterfall train arrive?

Chiayi to Shifen Waterfall train services, operated by Taiwan Railway, arrive at 新烏日 station.

Can I drive from Chiayi to Shifen Waterfall?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiayi to Shifen Waterfall is 274 km. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Chiayi to Shifen Waterfall.

Where can I stay near Shifen Waterfall?

There are 320+ hotels available in Shifen Waterfall.

Chiayi to Shifen Waterfall - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Chiayi to Shifen Waterfall by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train via Taichung
best
1. Take the train from 嘉義 to 新烏日山線
2. Take the train from 台中 to 台北
3. Take the train from 臺北 to 瑞芳山線 / ...
4. Take the train from 瑞芳 to 大華
6h 3m
$28–36
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from 嘉義 to 八堵山線
8h 19m
$16–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chiayi to Taipei Station1834 / ...
2. Take the bus from MRT Muzha Station to Shifen Visitor CenterTaiwan Trip 795
6h 10m
$18–27
Drive 273.6 km
1. Drive from Chiayi to Shifen Waterfall273.6 km
3h 17m
$26–37
Fly, train
1. Fly from Chiayi (CYI) to Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)CYI - TSA
2. Take the train from 松山 to 瑞芳
3. Take the train from 瑞芳 to 大華
6h 2m
$173–236

Chiayi (CYI) to Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) flights

14Weekly Planes

3h 2mAverage Duration

$161Cheapest Price

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Distance: 299.7 km
Duration: 6h 3m

What companies run services between Chiayi, Taiwan and Shifen Waterfall, Taiwan?

You can take a train from 嘉義 to Shifen Waterfall via 新烏日, 台中, 台北, 臺北, 瑞芳, and 大華 in around 6h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chiayi to Shifen Waterfall via Taipei Station, Technology Building Station, Technology Building, Muzha, MRT Muzha Station, and Shifen Visitor Center in around 6h 10m.

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