What is the cheapest way to get from Datong to Taichung?

The cheapest way to get from Datong to Taichung is to bus which costs $8 - $12 and takes 2h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Datong to Taichung?

The fastest way to get from Datong to Taichung is to train via 新烏日 which takes 1h 28m and costs $21 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Datong and Taichung?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Taipei Station station and arriving at National Taichung University of Education. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Datong and Taichung?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 臺北 and arriving at 臺中. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Datong to Taichung?

The distance between Datong and Taichung is 169 km. The road distance is 158.3 km.

How do I travel from Datong to Taichung without a car?

The best way to get from Datong to Taichung without a car is to train via 新烏日 which takes 1h 28m and costs $21 - $26.

How long does it take to get from Datong to Taichung?

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from Datong to Taichung, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Datong to Taichung bus from?

Datong to Taichung bus services, operated by U Bus, depart from Taipei Station.

Where do I catch the Datong to Taichung train from?

Datong to Taichung train services, operated by Taiwan High Speed Rail, depart from 台北 station.

Train or bus from Datong to Taichung?

The best way to get from Datong to Taichung is to train via 新烏日 which takes 1h 28m and costs $21 - $26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $12 and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the Datong to Taichung bus arrive?

Datong to Taichung bus services, operated by U Bus, arrive at National Taichung University of Education station.

Where does the Datong to Taichung train arrive?

Datong to Taichung train services, operated by Taiwan High Speed Rail, arrive at 台中 station.

Can I drive from Datong to Taichung?

Yes, the driving distance between Datong to Taichung is 158 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Datong to Taichung.

Where can I stay near Taichung?

There are 525+ hotels available in Taichung.

Datong to Taichung - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Datong to Taichung by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 新烏日
best
1. Take the train from 台北 to 台中臺灣高鐵線
1h 28m
$22–25
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Taipei Station to National Taichung University of Education1619 / ...
2h 37m
$8–12
Drive 158.3 km
1. Drive from Datong to Taichung158.3 km
1h 48m
$15–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Datong to Taichung158.3 km
1h 48m
$140–170
Train
1. Take the train from 臺北 to 臺中山線
3h 25m
$8–13
Bus, line 270 bus
1. Take the bus from Taipei Station to Dongshi1617
2. Take the bus from Dongshi to Taiwan University of SportSwimming Pool270 / ...
4h 17m
$9–12

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 168.7 km
Duration: 1h 28m

What companies run services between Datong, Taiwan and Taichung, Taiwan?

Taiwan High Speed Rail operates a train from 台北 to 台中 every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $20–25 and the journey takes 1h. Alternatively, U Bus operates a bus from Taipei Station to National Taichung University of Education every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 2h 37m. Kuo-Kuang Bus also services this route every 30 minutes.

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