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

The cheapest way to get from Kaohsiung to Taichung HSR Station is to train which costs $10 - $15 and takes 4h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kaohsiung to Taichung HSR Station is to train via 左營 which takes 1h 19m and costs $22 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Kaohsiung and Taichung HSR Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Kaohsiung station to Taichung HSR Station station. However, there are services departing from Kaohsiung Station and arriving at HSR Taichung Station(Platform 14) via Maple Garden(Dedicated Road). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Kaohsiung and Taichung HSR Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 高雄 and arriving at 新烏日. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Kaohsiung to Taichung HSR Station?

The distance between Kaohsiung and Taichung HSR Station is 187 km. The road distance is 186.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kaohsiung to Taichung HSR Station without a car is to train via 左營 which takes 1h 19m and costs $22 - $28.

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

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Kaohsiung to Taichung HSR Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kaohsiung to Taichung HSR Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kaohsiung to Taichung HSR Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Kaohsiung to Taichung HSR Station?

The best way to get from Kaohsiung to Taichung HSR Station is to train via 左營 which takes 1h 19m and costs $22 - $28. Alternatively, you can bus via Maple Garden(Dedicated Road), which costs $10 - $15 and takes 3h 8m.

Where does the Kaohsiung to Taichung HSR Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kaohsiung to Taichung HSR Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kaohsiung to Taichung HSR Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Kaohsiung to Taichung HSR Station is 186 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Kaohsiung to Taichung HSR Station.

Where can I stay near Taichung HSR Station?

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

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

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Train via 左營
best
1. Take the train from 左營 to 台中train 臺灣高鐵線
1h 19m
$23–28
Bus via Maple Garden(Dedicated Road)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kaohsiung Station to Chaomabus 1872 / ...
3h 8m
$10–15
Drive 186.3 km
1. Drive from Kaohsiung to Taichung HSR Stationcar 186.3 km
1h 59m
$18–26
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kaohsiung to Taichung HSR Stationtaxi 186.3 km
1h 59m
$130–160
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kaohsiung Station to Zhonggang Stationbus 1610
3h 9m
$11–16
Train
1. Take the train from 高雄 to 新烏日train 山線
4h 24m
$10–15

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Distance: 186.8 km
Duration: 1h 19m

What companies run services between Kaohsiung, Taiwan and Taichung HSR Station, 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 Chaoma hourly. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 3h 3m.

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