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

The cheapest way to get from Kaohsiung to Hualien is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kaohsiung to Hualien is to train and taxi which takes 4h 26m and costs $40 - $55.

How far is it from Kaohsiung to Hualien?

The distance between Kaohsiung and Hualien is 312 km. The road distance is 328.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kaohsiung to Hualien without a car is to train and taxi which takes 4h 26m and costs $40 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Kaohsiung to Hualien, including transfers.

Can I drive from Kaohsiung to Hualien?

Yes, the driving distance between Kaohsiung to Hualien is 329 km. It takes approximately 6h 25m to drive from Kaohsiung to Hualien.

Where can I stay near Hualien?

There are 804+ hotels available in Hualien.

Kaohsiung to Hualien - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Kaohsiung to Hualien by train, taxi, car, or bus

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from 高雄 to 鳳林train 非山線海線 / ...
2. Take the taxi from 鳳林 to Hualientaxi
4h 26m
$40–53
Drive 328.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kaohsiung to Hualiencar 328.6 km
6h 25m
$31–45
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Kaohsiung Station to Chaomabus
2. Take the bus from Chaoma Station to Puli Stationbus
3. Drive from Puli Station to Hualiencar
9h 43m
$31–47

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Distance: 311.9 km
Duration: 4h 26m

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

There is no direct connection from Kaohsiung to Hualien. However, you can take the train to 鳳林 then take the taxi to Hualien. Alternatively, you can drive from Kaohsiung to Hualien in around 6h 25m.

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