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Tainan to Taichung

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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 臺南 to 沙崙
Ave. Duration:
24 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$0.96–$1.40
Train from 臺南 to 臺中
Ave. Duration:
3h 16m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.28–$14.01

Taiwan High Speed Rail

Phone:
4266-3000
Website:
en.thsrc.com.tw/
Train from 台南 to 台中
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$20.38–$24.20

Bus operators

U Bus

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

Kuo-Kuang Bus

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

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Tainan (Station) to Taichung?

The cheapest way to get from Tainan (Station) to Taichung is to bus which costs $7.07 - $10.33 and takes 2h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tainan (Station) to Taichung?

The fastest way to get from Tainan (Station) to Taichung is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs $13.04 - $20.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Tainan (Station) and Taichung?

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

Is there a direct train between Tainan (Station) and Taichung?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 臺南 and arriving at 臺中. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Tainan (Station) to Taichung?

The distance between Tainan (Station) and Taichung is 175 km. The road distance is 154.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Tainan (Station) to Taichung without a car is to train via 沙崙 which takes 1h 49m and costs $18.48 - $22.83 .

How long does it take to get from Tainan (Station) to Taichung?

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Tainan (Station) to Taichung, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tainan (Station) to Taichung bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Tainan (Station) to Taichung train from?

Tainan (Station) to Taichung train services, operated by Taiwan Railway, depart from 臺南 station.

Train or bus from Tainan (Station) to Taichung?

The best way to get from Tainan (Station) to Taichung is to train via 沙崙 which takes 1h 49m and costs $18.48 - $22.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7.07 - $10.33 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Tainan (Station) to Taichung bus arrive?

Tainan (Station) to Taichung bus services, operated by Kuo-Kuang Bus, arrive at Taichung Station.

Where does the Tainan (Station) to Taichung train arrive?

Tainan (Station) to Taichung train services, operated by Taiwan Railway, arrive at 沙崙 station.

Can I drive from Tainan (Station) to Taichung?

Yes, the driving distance between Tainan (Station) to Taichung is 155 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Tainan (Station) to Taichung.

Where can I stay near Taichung?

There are 525+ hotels available in Taichung. Prices start at $34.36 per night.
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