What is the cheapest way to get from Taichung Station to Taipei?

The cheapest way to get from Taichung Station to Taipei is to bus which costs $8 - $12 and takes 2h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Taichung Station to Taipei?

The fastest way to get from Taichung Station to Taipei is to train via 新烏日 which takes 1h 28m and costs $20 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Taichung Station and Taipei?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Taichung Station station and arriving at Taipei Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Taichung Station and Taipei?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 臺中 and arriving at 臺北. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Taichung Station to Taipei?

The distance between Taichung Station and Taipei is 169 km. The road distance is 158.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Taichung Station to Taipei without a car is to train via 新烏日 which takes 1h 28m and costs $20 - $25.

How long does it take to get from Taichung Station to Taipei?

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from Taichung Station to Taipei, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taichung Station to Taipei bus from?

Taichung Station to Taipei bus services, operated by U Bus, depart from Taichung Station.

Where do I catch the Taichung Station to Taipei train from?

Taichung Station to Taipei train services, operated by Taiwan High Speed Rail, depart from 台中 station.

Train or bus from Taichung Station to Taipei?

The best way to get from Taichung Station to Taipei is to train via 新烏日 which takes 1h 28m and costs $20 - $25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $12 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Taichung Station to Taipei bus arrive?

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

Where does the Taichung Station to Taipei train arrive?

Taichung Station to Taipei train services, operated by Taiwan High Speed Rail, arrive at 台北 station.

Can I drive from Taichung Station to Taipei?

Yes, the driving distance between Taichung Station to Taipei is 158 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Taichung Station to Taipei.

Where can I stay near Taipei?

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

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

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Train via 新烏日
best
1. Take the train from 台中 to 台北train 臺灣高鐵線
1h 28m
$20–25
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Taichung Station to Taipei Stationbus 1619 / ...
2h 40m
$8–12
Drive 158.3 km
1. Drive from Taichung Station to Taipeicar 158.3 km
1h 50m
$15–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Taichung Station to Taipeitaxi 158.3 km
1h 50m
$130–170
Bus via Taichung
1. Take the bus from Taichung to Taipei Stationbus 1826 / ...
2h 54m
$8–11
Train
1. Take the train from 臺中 to 臺北train 山線
3h 21m
$8–13

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Distance: 168.9 km
Duration: 1h 28m

What companies run services between Taichung Station, Taiwan and Taipei, Taiwan?

Taiwan High Speed Rail operates a train from 台中 to 台北 every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $20–24 and the journey takes 59 min. Alternatively, U Bus operates a bus from Taichung Station to Taipei Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Citi Air Bus also services this route hourly.

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