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

The cheapest way to get from Taiwan to Taipei is to bus which costs $7 - $11 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taiwan to Taipei is to train via 新烏日 which takes 1h 25m and costs $19 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Taiwan and Taipei?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Taichung Hero House and arriving at Taipei Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Taiwan and Taipei?

No, there is no direct train from Taiwan to Taipei. However, there are services departing from 臺中 and arriving at 台北 via 台中. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Taiwan to Taipei?

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

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

The best way to get from Taiwan to Taipei without a car is to train via 新烏日 which takes 1h 25m and costs $19 - $24.

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

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

Where do I catch the Taiwan to Taipei bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Taiwan to Taipei train from?

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

Train or bus from Taiwan to Taipei?

The best way to get from Taiwan to Taipei is to train via 新烏日 which takes 1h 25m and costs $19 - $24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7 - $11 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Taiwan to Taipei bus arrive?

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

Where does the Taiwan to Taipei train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Taiwan to Taipei?

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

Where can I stay near Taipei?

There are 900+ hotels available in Taipei.

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Distance: 168.7 km
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Taiwan and Taipei, Taiwan?

Taiwan High Speed Rail operates a train from 台中 to 台北 every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $19–23 and the journey takes 59 min. Alternatively, U Bus operates a bus from Taichung Hero House to Taipei Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $7–11 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Kuo-Kuang Bus also services this route hourly.

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