What is the cheapest way to get from Taichung to T'ai-pei?

The cheapest way to get from Taichung to T'ai-pei is to bus which costs $8 - $11 and takes 3h.

What is the fastest way to get from Taichung to T'ai-pei?

The fastest way to get from Taichung to T'ai-pei is to train via 新烏日 which takes 1h 38m and costs $21 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Taichung and T'ai-pei?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Taichung City Hall and arriving at Songshan Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Taichung and T'ai-pei?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 臺中 and arriving at 松山. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Taichung to T'ai-pei?

The distance between Taichung and T'ai-pei is 173 km. The road distance is 160.7 km.

How do I travel from Taichung to T'ai-pei without a car?

The best way to get from Taichung to T'ai-pei without a car is to train via 新烏日 which takes 1h 38m and costs $21 - $27.

How long does it take to get from Taichung to T'ai-pei?

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Taichung to T'ai-pei, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taichung to T'ai-pei bus from?

Taichung to T'ai-pei bus services, operated by Citi Air Bus, depart from Taichung City Hall station.

Where do I catch the Taichung to T'ai-pei train from?

Taichung to T'ai-pei train services, operated by Taiwan High Speed Rail, depart from 台中 station.

Train or bus from Taichung to T'ai-pei?

The best way to get from Taichung to T'ai-pei is to train via 新烏日 which takes 1h 38m and costs $21 - $27. Alternatively, you can bus via Jiantan Station, which costs $9 - $13 and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Taichung to T'ai-pei bus arrive?

Taichung to T'ai-pei bus services, operated by Citi Air Bus, arrive at Songshan Station.

Where does the Taichung to T'ai-pei train arrive?

Taichung to T'ai-pei train services, operated by Taiwan High Speed Rail, arrive at 台北 station.

Can I drive from Taichung to T'ai-pei?

Yes, the driving distance between Taichung to T'ai-pei is 161 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Taichung to T'ai-pei.

Where can I stay near T'ai-pei?

There are 854+ hotels available in T'ai-pei.

Taichung to T'ai-pei - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Taichung to T'ai-pei by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Distance: 173.3 km
Duration: 1h 38m

What companies run services between Taichung, Taiwan and T'ai-pei, 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, U Bus operates a bus from Taichung Hero House to Taipei Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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