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Two ways to Travel from Taichung to Tainan

Composite routes from Taichung to Tainan

Cheapest
1 h 40 min
Car
156 km.
from $8
Other
1 h 57 min
136 km.
from $21

Transport providers

Train operators

Taiwan Railway

Phone:
0800-765-888
Website:
railway.gov.tw/tra-tip-web/tip?lang=EN_US
Train from 沙崙 to 臺南
Ave. Duration:
23 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$0.96–$1.53
Train from 臺中 to 臺南
Ave. Duration:
3h 4m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.92–$14.01

Taiwan High Speed Rail

Phone:
4266-3000
Website:
en.thsrc.com.tw/
Train from 台中 to 台南
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$20.38–$25.48

Bus operators

U Bus

Phone:
0800-676676
Website:
ubus.com.tw
Bus from Taichung Station to Tainan
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.28–$12.10

Kuo-Kuang Bus

Phone:
0800 010 138
Email:
Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/kingbus?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMxMTAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoxfGhoOjF8aG86MywyMDI1MDMxMTAwMDAsMDE5NTgzMzQtMGVjZC03MGExLTljMzUtZmJhYzViNzIxZTNjLA
Bus from Taichung Station to Tainan
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.28–$12.10

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Taichung to Tainan?

The cheapest way to get from Taichung to Tainan is to bus which costs $7.07 - $10.33 and takes 2h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Taichung to Tainan?

The fastest way to get from Taichung to Tainan is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs $14.13 - $21.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Taichung and Tainan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Taichung Station station and arriving at Tainan. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Taichung and Tainan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 臺中 and arriving at 臺南. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Taichung to Tainan?

The distance between Taichung and Tainan is 175 km. The road distance is 158.6 km.

How do I travel from Taichung to Tainan without a car?

The best way to get from Taichung to Tainan without a car is to train via 沙崙 which takes 1h 57m and costs $18.48 - $23.91 .

How long does it take to get from Taichung to Tainan?

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Taichung to Tainan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taichung to Tainan bus from?

Taichung to Tainan bus services, operated by Kuo-Kuang Bus, depart from Taichung Station.

Where do I catch the Taichung to Tainan train from?

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

Train or bus from Taichung to Tainan?

The best way to get from Taichung to Tainan is to train via 沙崙 which takes 1h 57m and costs $18.48 - $23.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7.07 - $10.33 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Taichung to Tainan bus arrive?

Taichung to Tainan bus services, operated by Kuo-Kuang Bus, arrive at Tainan station.

Where does the Taichung to Tainan train arrive?

Taichung to Tainan train services, operated by Taiwan High Speed Rail, arrive at 台南 station.

Can I drive from Taichung to Tainan?

Yes, the driving distance between Taichung to Tainan is 159 km. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Taichung to Tainan.

Where can I stay near Tainan?

There are 804+ hotels available in Tainan. Prices start at $29.99 per night.
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