How to Travel from

Kaohsiung to Taipei

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

TW Kaohsiung Taipei

How to Get from Kaohsiung to Taipei

Plane

1 h 1 min

Select a Ticket

Car

3 h 40 min

from $19

Rideshare

3 h 40 min

from $13.32

Cheapest

By car (350 km)

3 h 40 min

350 km.

from $19

Fastest

Other

Rideshare

3 h 40 min

350 km.

from $13.32

Plane, Train

6 h 12 min

298 km.

from $183.96

Bus via Taichung

6 h 43 min

298 km.

from $21.78

Airlines

Mandarin Airlines

Website:

mandarin-airlines.com

Plane from Kao-Hsiung International Airport to Taipei

Ave. Duration:

2h 5m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$140.12–$254.77

Plane from Kao-Hsiung International Airport to Hualien

Ave. Duration:

1h 5m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$70.65–$163.04

Uni Airways

Website:

uniair.com.tw/

Plane from Kao-Hsiung International Airport to Taipei

Ave. Duration:

2h 22m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$127.39–$280.25

Plane from Tainan Airport to Taipei

Ave. Duration:

2h 22m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$127.39–$292.99

Train operators

Taiwan Railway

Phone:

0800-765-888

Website:

railway.gov.tw/tra-tip-web/tip?lang=EN_US

Train from 高雄 to 板橋

Ave. Duration:

4h 33m

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$20.38–$31.85

Train from 高雄 to 臺南

Ave. Duration:

1h 4m

Frequency:

Every 20 minutes

Estimated price:

$2.68–$3.95

Train from 花蓮 to 樹林

Ave. Duration:

2h 38m

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$9.24–$15.22

Taiwan High Speed Rail

Phone:

4266-3000

Website:

en.thsrc.com.tw/

Train from 台南 to 板橋

Ave. Duration:

1h 37m

Frequency:

Every 30 minutes

Estimated price:

$42.04–$50.95

Bus operators

U Bus

Phone:

0800-676676

Website:

ubus.com.tw

Bus from Jianguo to Taipei

Ave. Duration:

Frequency:

Every 30 minutes

Estimated price:

$17.83–$26.75

Kuo-Kuang Bus

Phone:

0800 010 138

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

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Bus from Kaohsiung Station to Taichung

Ave. Duration:

3h 10m

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$10.19–$15.29

Bus from Taichung Station to Taipei

Ave. Duration:

2h 45m

Frequency:

Every 30 minutes

Estimated price:

$8.80–$12.74

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

The cheapest way to get from Kaohsiung to Taipei is to bus which costs $19.57 - $26.09 and takes 5h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kaohsiung to Taipei is to train via Guiren which takes 2h 26m and costs $40.22 - $48.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Kaohsiung and Taipei?

No, there is no direct bus from Kaohsiung to Taipei station. However, there are services departing from Jianguo and arriving at Banqiao Station via Taipei Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Kaohsiung and Taipei?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 高雄 and arriving at 板橋. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Kaohsiung to Taipei?

The distance between Kaohsiung and Taipei is 340 km. The road distance is 337.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kaohsiung to Taipei without a car is to train via Guiren which takes 2h 26m and costs $40.22 - $48.91 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Kaohsiung to Taipei, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kaohsiung to Taipei bus from?

Kaohsiung to Taipei bus services, operated by U Bus, depart from Jianguo station.

Where do I catch the Kaohsiung to Taipei train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kaohsiung to Taipei?

The best way to get from Kaohsiung to Taipei is to train via Guiren which takes 2h 26m and costs $40.22 - $48.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $19.57 - $26.09 and takes 5h 29m, you could also fly, which costs $108.70 - $336.96 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Kaohsiung to Taipei bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kaohsiung to Taipei train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kaohsiung to Taipei?

Yes, the driving distance between Kaohsiung to Taipei is 337 km. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Kaohsiung to Taipei.

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Five ways to Travel from Kaohsiung to Taipei

Transport providers

Airlines

Mandarin Airlines

Uni Airways

Train operators

Taiwan Railway

Taiwan High Speed Rail

Bus operators

U Bus

Kuo-Kuang Bus

Questions and Answers

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Kaohsiung and Taipei?

Is there a direct train between Kaohsiung and Taipei?

How far is it from Kaohsiung to Taipei?

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

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

Where do I catch the Kaohsiung to Taipei bus from?

Where do I catch the Kaohsiung to Taipei train from?

Train, bus or fly from Kaohsiung to Taipei?

Where does the Kaohsiung to Taipei bus arrive?

Where does the Kaohsiung to Taipei train arrive?

Can I drive from Kaohsiung to Taipei?

Where can I stay near Taipei?