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

The cheapest way to get from Taichung to Taipei is to bus which costs $8 - $12 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taichung to Taipei is to train via 新烏日 which takes 1h 25m and costs $20 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Taichung and Taipei?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Taichung Hero House and arriving at Taipei Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Taichung and Taipei?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 臺中 and arriving at 臺北. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Taichung to Taipei?

The distance between Taichung and Taipei is 169 km. The road distance is 156.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Taichung to Taipei without a car is to train via 新烏日 which takes 1h 25m and costs $20 - $25.

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

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Taichung to Taipei, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taichung to Taipei bus from?

Taichung to Taipei bus services, operated by U Bus, depart from Taichung Hero House station.

Where do I catch the Taichung to Taipei train from?

Taichung to Taipei train services, operated by Taiwan High Speed Rail, depart from 台中 station.

Train or bus from Taichung to Taipei?

The best way to get from Taichung to Taipei is to train via 新烏日 which takes 1h 25m and costs $20 - $25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $12 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Taichung to Taipei bus arrive?

Taichung to Taipei bus services, operated by U Bus, arrive at Taipei Station.

Where does the Taichung to Taipei train arrive?

Taichung to Taipei train services, operated by Taiwan High Speed Rail, arrive at 台北 station.

Can I drive from Taichung to Taipei?

Yes, the driving distance between Taichung to Taipei is 156 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Taichung to Taipei.

Where can I stay near Taipei?

There are 891+ hotels available in Taipei.

Taichung to Taipei - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Taichung to Taipei by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Taichung to Taipei.

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Distance: 168.7 km
Duration: 1h 25m

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

Taiwan High Speed Rail operates a train from 台中 to 台北 every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $20–24 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. Two other operators also service this route.

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