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

The cheapest way to get from Kaohsiung to Taipei is to bus which costs $20 - $27 and takes 5h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kaohsiung to Taipei is to train via Guiren which takes 2h 26m and costs $40 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Kaohsiung and Taipei?

No, there is no direct bus from Kaohsiung to Taipei station. However, there are services departing from Jianguo and arriving at Banqiao Station via Taipei Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Kaohsiung and Taipei?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 高雄 and arriving at 板橋. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Kaohsiung to Taipei?

The distance between Kaohsiung and Taipei is 340 km. The road distance is 337.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kaohsiung to Taipei without a car is to train via Guiren which takes 2h 26m and costs $40 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Kaohsiung to Taipei, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kaohsiung to Taipei bus from?

Kaohsiung to Taipei bus services, operated by U Bus, depart from Jianguo station.

Where do I catch the Kaohsiung to Taipei train from?

Kaohsiung to Taipei train services, operated by Taiwan High Speed Rail, depart from 台南 station.

Train or bus from Kaohsiung to Taipei?

The best way to get from Kaohsiung to Taipei is to train via Guiren which takes 2h 26m and costs $40 - $55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $20 - $27 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Kaohsiung to Taipei bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kaohsiung to Taipei train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kaohsiung to Taipei?

Yes, the driving distance between Kaohsiung to Taipei is 337 km. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Kaohsiung to Taipei.

Where can I stay near Taipei?

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Kaohsiung to Taipei - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Kaohsiung to Taipei by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Guiren
best
1. Take the train from 台南 to 板橋train 臺灣高鐵線
2h 26m
$40–51
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from 高雄 to 板橋train 海線 / ...
4h 33m
$18–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Jianguo to Taipei Bus Stationbus 1610
5h 29m
$21–27
Drive 337.1 km
1. Drive from Kaohsiung to Banqiaocar 337.1 km
3h 36m
$32–46
Fly, train
1. Fly from Kao-Hsiung International Airport (KHH) to Hualien Airport (HUN)plane KHH - HUN
2. Take the train from 花蓮 to 樹林train
6h 12m
$103–499
Bus via Taichung
1. Take the bus from Kaohsiung Station to Taichung Stationbus 1872
2. Take the bus from Taichung Station to Taipei Bus Stationbus 1827 / ...
6h 43m
$22–29

Kao-Hsiung International Airport (KHH) to Hualien Airport (HUN) flights

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Distance: 339.6 km
Duration: 2h 26m

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

Taiwan High Speed Rail operates a train from 台南 to 板橋 every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $35–45 and the journey takes 1h 37m. Alternatively, U Bus operates a bus from Jianguo to Taipei Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $16–23 and the journey takes 5h.

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