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One way to Travel from Taichung to Taipei

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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 板橋
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.28–$12.74

Taiwan High Speed Rail

Phone:
4266-3000
Website:
en.thsrc.com.tw/
Train from 台中 to 板橋
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$20.38–$25.48

Bus operators

U Bus

Phone:
0800-676676
Website:
ubus.com.tw
Bus from Taichung Hero House to Taipei
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.92–$12.74

Kuo-Kuang Bus

Phone:
0800 010 138
Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/kingbus?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMxMTAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoxfGhoOjF8aG86MywyMDI1MDMxMTAwMDAsMDE5NTgzMzQtMGVjZC03MGExLTljMzUtZmJhYzViNzIxZTNjLA
Bus from Taichung Station to Taipei
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.51–$12.74

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Taichung to Taipei is to train which costs $7.07 - $10.87 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taichung to Taipei is to train via 新烏日 which takes 1h 16m and costs $17.39 - $22.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Taichung and Taipei?

No, there is no direct bus from Taichung to Taipei station. However, there are services departing from Taichung Hero House and arriving at Banqiao Station via Taipei Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Taichung and Taipei?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 臺中 and arriving at 板橋. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Taichung to Taipei?

The distance between Taichung and Taipei is 161 km. The road distance is 148.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Taichung to Taipei without a car is to train via 新烏日 which takes 1h 16m and costs $17.39 - $22.83 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 16m to get from Taichung to Taipei, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taichung to Taipei bus from?

Taichung to Taipei bus services, operated by U Bus, depart from Taichung Hero House station.

Where do I catch the Taichung to Taipei train from?

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

Train or bus from Taichung to Taipei?

The best way to get from Taichung to Taipei is to train via 新烏日 which takes 1h 16m and costs $17.39 - $22.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $10.87 - $14.13 and takes 3h 9m.

Where does the Taichung to Taipei bus arrive?

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

Where does the Taichung to Taipei train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Taichung to Taipei?

Yes, the driving distance between Taichung to Taipei is 149 km. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Taichung to Taipei.

Where can I stay near Taipei?

There are 533+ hotels available in Taipei. Prices start at $31.24 per night.
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