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178 km.
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Hsinchu, TW → Chiayi, TW

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Two ways to Travel from Hsinchu to Chiayi

Composite routes from Hsinchu to Chiayi

Cheapest
1 h 54 min
Car
178 km.
from $9
Other
1 h 54 min
Rideshare
178 km.
from $6.77

Transport providers

Train operators

Taiwan Railway

Phone:
0800-765-888
Website:
railway.gov.tw/tra-tip-web/tip?lang=EN_US
Train from 新竹 to 嘉義
Ave. Duration:
3h 32m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.19–$15.29

Bus operators

U Bus

Phone:
0800-676676
Website:
ubus.com.tw
Bus from Hsinchu Station to Taichung
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.60–$8.28

Kuo-Kuang Bus

Phone:
0800 010 138
Email:
Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/kingbus?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMxMTAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoxfGhoOjF8aG86MywyMDI1MDMxMTAwMDAsMDE5NTgzMzQtMGVjZC03MGExLTljMzUtZmJhYzViNzIxZTNjLA
Bus from Taichung Station to Chiayi
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.86–$8.28

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Hsinchu to Chiayi (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Hsinchu to Chiayi (Station) is to train which costs $8.70 - $13.04 and takes 3h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hsinchu to Chiayi (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Hsinchu to Chiayi (Station) is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs $15.22 - $23.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Hsinchu and Chiayi (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Hsinchu station to Chiayi (Station) station. However, there are services departing from Hsinchu Station and arriving at Chiayi Station via Taichung Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Hsinchu and Chiayi (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 新竹 and arriving at 嘉義. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Hsinchu to Chiayi (Station)?

The distance between Hsinchu and Chiayi (Station) is 186 km. The road distance is 178.8 km.

How do I travel from Hsinchu to Chiayi (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Hsinchu to Chiayi (Station) without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs $8.70 - $13.04 .

How long does it take to get from Hsinchu to Chiayi (Station)?

The train from 新竹 to 嘉義 takes 3h 32m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Hsinchu to Chiayi (Station) bus from?

Hsinchu to Chiayi (Station) bus services, operated by U Bus, depart from Hsinchu Station.

Where do I catch the Hsinchu to Chiayi (Station) train from?

Hsinchu to Chiayi (Station) train services, operated by Taiwan Railway, depart from 新竹 station.

Train or bus from Hsinchu to Chiayi (Station)?

The best way to get from Hsinchu to Chiayi (Station) is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs $8.70 - $13.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9.78 - $14.13 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Hsinchu to Chiayi (Station) bus arrive?

Hsinchu to Chiayi (Station) bus services, operated by U Bus, arrive at Taichung Hero House station.

Where does the Hsinchu to Chiayi (Station) train arrive?

Hsinchu to Chiayi (Station) train services, operated by Taiwan Railway, arrive at 嘉義 station.

Can I drive from Hsinchu to Chiayi (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Hsinchu to Chiayi (Station) is 179 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Hsinchu to Chiayi (Station).

Where can I stay near Chiayi (Station)?

There are 247+ hotels available in Chiayi (Station). Prices start at $27.48 per night.
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