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Kaohsiung, TW → Alishan Forest Railway, TW

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kaohsiung to Alishan Forest Railway

Composite routes from Kaohsiung to Alishan Forest Railway

Cheapest
2 h 11 min
Car
169 km.
from $9

Transport providers

Train operators

Taiwan Railway

Phone:
0800-765-888
Website:
railway.gov.tw/tra-tip-web/tip?lang=EN_US
Train from 高雄 to 嘉義
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.86–$8.92

Taiwan High Speed Rail

Phone:
4266-3000
Website:
en.thsrc.com.tw/
Train from 左營 to 嘉義
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.74–$15.29

Bus operators

HO-HSIN Bus

Website:
ebus.com.tw/
Bus from Jianguo to Chiayi
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.51–$10.19

Kuo-Kuang Bus

Phone:
0800 010 138
Email:
Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/kingbus?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMxMTAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoxfGhoOjF8aG86MywyMDI1MDMxMTAwMDAsMDE5NTgzMzQtMGVjZC03MGExLTljMzUtZmJhYzViNzIxZTNjLA
Bus from Chiayi Train Station to Alishan
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.71–$7.01

Chiayi County Bus

Bus from THSR Chiayi Station to Alishan
Ave. Duration:
2h 9m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.43
Bus from Chiayi Train Station to Alishan
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.51

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kaohsiung to Alishan Forest Railway?

The cheapest way to get from Kaohsiung to Alishan Forest Railway is to train and bus via Chiayi which costs $8.70 - $15.22 and takes 5h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kaohsiung to Alishan Forest Railway?

The fastest way to get from Kaohsiung to Alishan Forest Railway is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $14.13 - $22.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Kaohsiung and Alishan Forest Railway?

No, there is no direct bus from Kaohsiung to Alishan Forest Railway. However, there are services departing from Jianguo and arriving at Alishan via Chiayi Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Kaohsiung to Alishan Forest Railway?

The distance between Kaohsiung and Alishan Forest Railway is 176 km. The road distance is 169.6 km.

How do I travel from Kaohsiung to Alishan Forest Railway without a car?

The best way to get from Kaohsiung to Alishan Forest Railway without a car is to train and taxi which takes 3h 19m and costs $50 - $65.22 .

How long does it take to get from Kaohsiung to Alishan Forest Railway?

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Kaohsiung to Alishan Forest Railway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kaohsiung to Alishan Forest Railway bus from?

Kaohsiung to Alishan Forest Railway bus services, operated by HO-HSIN Bus, depart from Jianguo station.

Where does the Kaohsiung to Alishan Forest Railway bus arrive?

Kaohsiung to Alishan Forest Railway bus services, operated by HO-HSIN Bus, arrive at Chiayi station.

Can I drive from Kaohsiung to Alishan Forest Railway?

Yes, the driving distance between Kaohsiung to Alishan Forest Railway is 170 km. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Kaohsiung to Alishan Forest Railway.

Where can I stay near Alishan Forest Railway?

There are 156+ hotels available in Alishan Forest Railway. Prices start at $40.49 per night.
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