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Taichung Station to Alishan

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2 h 4 min
159 km.
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Taichung Station, TW → Alishan, TW

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Taichung Station to Alishan

Cheapest
2 h 4 min
Car
159 km.
from $8
Other
5 h 10 min
Train, Bus
70 km.
from $16.37
6 h 22 min
70 km.
from $24.61
2 h 29 min
Bus, Taxi
70 km.
from $97.72
2 h 51 min
Bus, taxi via Shanlinxi, Bus, taxi via Shanlinxi
70 km.
from $67.09

Transport providers

Train operators

Taiwan Railway

Phone:
0800-765-888
Website:
railway.gov.tw/tra-tip-web/tip?lang=EN_US
Train from 臺中 to 嘉義
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.60–$8.28

Bus operators

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:
$4.97–$7.01

Nantou Bus

Phone:
+886-49-2984-031
Website:
ntbus.com.tw/
Bus from Taichung Station to Sun
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.46

Yuanlin Bus

Website:
ylbus.com.tw/
Bus from Sun Moon Lake to Alishan
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.28–$12.74
Bus from Third Market to Xitou
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$5.48–$8.28
Bus from Third Market to Shanlinxi
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$6.37–$10.19

Chiayi County Bus

Bus from Chiayi Train Station to Alishan
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.80

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Taichung Station to Alishan?

The cheapest way to get from Taichung Station to Alishan is to train and bus which costs $8.70 - $15.22 and takes 5h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Taichung Station to Alishan?

The fastest way to get from Taichung Station to Alishan is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $14.13 - $21.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Taichung Station and Alishan?

No, there is no direct bus from Taichung Station station to Alishan. However, there are services departing from Taichung Station and arriving at Alishan via Sun Moon Lake. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Taichung Station to Alishan?

The distance between Taichung Station and Alishan is 175 km. The road distance is 159.4 km.

How do I travel from Taichung Station to Alishan without a car?

The best way to get from Taichung Station to Alishan without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 10m and costs $8.70 - $15.22 .

How long does it take to get from Taichung Station to Alishan?

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Taichung Station to Alishan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taichung Station to Alishan bus from?

Taichung Station to Alishan bus services, operated by Nantou Bus, depart from Taichung Station.

Where does the Taichung Station to Alishan bus arrive?

Taichung Station to Alishan bus services, operated by Nantou Bus, arrive at Sun Moon Lake station.

Can I drive from Taichung Station to Alishan?

Yes, the driving distance between Taichung Station to Alishan is 159 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Taichung Station to Alishan.

Where can I stay near Alishan?

There are 143+ hotels available in Alishan. Prices start at $41.86 per night.
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