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

The cheapest way to get from Kaohsiung to Taichung is to bus which costs $9 - $14 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kaohsiung to Taichung is to train via 新烏日 which takes 1h 47m and costs $23 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Kaohsiung and Taichung?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kaohsiung Station station and arriving at Taichung Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Kaohsiung and Taichung?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 高雄 and arriving at 臺中. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Kaohsiung to Taichung?

The distance between Kaohsiung and Taichung is 195 km. The road distance is 194.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kaohsiung to Taichung without a car is to train via 新烏日 which takes 1h 47m and costs $23 - $29.

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

It takes approximately 1h 47m to get from Kaohsiung to Taichung, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kaohsiung to Taichung bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kaohsiung to Taichung train from?

Kaohsiung to Taichung train services, operated by Taiwan High Speed Rail, depart from 左營 station.

Train or bus from Kaohsiung to Taichung?

The best way to get from Kaohsiung to Taichung is to train via 新烏日 which takes 1h 47m and costs $23 - $29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9 - $14 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Kaohsiung to Taichung bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kaohsiung to Taichung train arrive?

Kaohsiung to Taichung train services, operated by Taiwan High Speed Rail, arrive at 台中 station.

Can I drive from Kaohsiung to Taichung?

Yes, the driving distance between Kaohsiung to Taichung is 195 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Kaohsiung to Taichung.

Where can I stay near Taichung?

There are 514+ hotels available in Taichung.

Kaohsiung to Taichung - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Kaohsiung to Taichung by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via 新烏日
best
1. Take the train from 左營 to 台中train 臺灣高鐵線
1h 47m
$24–29
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kaohsiung Station to Taichung Stationbus 1872
3h 10m
$9–14
Drive 194.8 km
1. Drive from Kaohsiung to Taichungcar 194.8 km
2h 7m
$19–27
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kaohsiung to Taichungtaxi 194.8 km
2h 7m
$130–170
Bus, line 73 bus
1. Take the bus from Jianguo to Zhonggang Stationbus 1610 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ubus Transfer Station to Chunghsing Hallbus 326 / ...
3h 46m
$11–16
Train
1. Take the train from 高雄 to 臺中train 山線
4h 22m
$10–16

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Distance: 195.4 km
Duration: 1h 47m

What companies run services between Kaohsiung, Taiwan and Taichung, Taiwan?

Taiwan High Speed Rail operates a train from 左營 to 台中 every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $22–27 and the journey takes 58 min. Alternatively, Kuo-Kuang Bus operates a bus from Kaohsiung Station to Taichung Station hourly. Tickets cost $9–14 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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