What is the cheapest way to get from Chiayi to Hsinchu?

The cheapest way to get from Chiayi to Hsinchu is to train which costs $9 - $14 and takes 3h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chiayi to Hsinchu?

The fastest way to get from Chiayi to Hsinchu is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Chiayi and Hsinchu?

No, there is no direct bus from Chiayi station to Hsinchu station. However, there are services departing from Chiayi Station and arriving at Hsinchu Station via Taichung Hero House. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Chiayi and Hsinchu?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 嘉義 and arriving at 新竹. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Chiayi to Hsinchu?

The distance between Chiayi and Hsinchu is 186 km. The road distance is 172.1 km.

How do I travel from Chiayi to Hsinchu without a car?

The best way to get from Chiayi to Hsinchu without a car is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs $9 - $14.

How long does it take to get from Chiayi to Hsinchu?

The train from 嘉義 to 新竹 takes 3h 35m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Chiayi to Hsinchu bus from?

Chiayi to Hsinchu bus services, operated by Kuo-Kuang Bus, depart from Chiayi Station.

Where do I catch the Chiayi to Hsinchu train from?

Chiayi to Hsinchu train services, operated by Taiwan Railway, depart from 嘉義 station.

Train or bus from Chiayi to Hsinchu?

The best way to get from Chiayi to Hsinchu is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs $9 - $14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $10 - $16 and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Chiayi to Hsinchu bus arrive?

Chiayi to Hsinchu bus services, operated by Kuo-Kuang Bus, arrive at Taichung Station.

Where does the Chiayi to Hsinchu train arrive?

Chiayi to Hsinchu train services, operated by Taiwan Railway, arrive at 新竹 station.

Can I drive from Chiayi to Hsinchu?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiayi to Hsinchu is 172 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Chiayi to Hsinchu.

Where can I stay near Hsinchu?

There are 155+ hotels available in Hsinchu.

Chiayi to Hsinchu - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Chiayi to Hsinchu by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from 嘉義 to 新竹train 山線 / ...
3h 35m
$9–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chiayi Station to Taichung Stationbus 1870
2. Take the bus from Taichung Hero House to Hsinchu Stationbus 1620
4h 49m
$10–15
Drive 172.1 km
1. Drive from Chiayi to Hsinchucar 172.1 km
2h 1m
$17–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chiayi to Hsinchutaxi 172.1 km
2h 1m
$120–150

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Distance: 186.1 km
Duration: 3h 35m

What companies run services between Chiayi, Taiwan and Hsinchu, Taiwan?

Taiwan Railway operates a train from 嘉義 to 新竹 every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $9–14 and the journey takes 3h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chiayi Station to Hsinchu Station via Taichung Station and Taichung Hero House in around 4h 49m.

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