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

The cheapest way to get from Taichung to Shilin is to bus which costs $8 - $12 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taichung to Shilin is to train via 新烏日 which takes 1h 40m and costs $21 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Taichung and Shilin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wuquan-Gongyuan Intersection(Guangda Community) and arriving at Chongyang. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Taichung and Shilin?

No, there is no direct train from Taichung to Shilin. However, there are services departing from 臺中 and arriving at Shilin via 台中 and Taipei Main Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Taichung to Shilin?

The distance between Taichung and Shilin is 174 km. The road distance is 158.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Taichung to Shilin without a car is to train via 新烏日 which takes 1h 40m and costs $21 - $26.

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

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Taichung to Shilin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taichung to Shilin bus from?

Taichung to Shilin bus services, operated by U Bus, depart from Wuquan-Gongyuan Intersection(Guangda Community) station.

Where do I catch the Taichung to Shilin train from?

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

Train or bus from Taichung to Shilin?

The best way to get from Taichung to Shilin is to train via 新烏日 which takes 1h 40m and costs $21 - $26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $12 and takes 2h 33m.

Where does the Taichung to Shilin bus arrive?

Taichung to Shilin bus services, operated by U Bus, arrive at Chongyang station.

Where does the Taichung to Shilin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Taichung to Shilin?

Yes, the driving distance between Taichung to Shilin is 159 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Taichung to Shilin.

Where can I stay near Shilin?

There are 886+ hotels available in Shilin.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Taichung to Shilin 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 40m
$21–26
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wuquan-Gongyuan Intersection(Guangda Community) to Chongyangbus 1620
2h 33m
$8–12
Drive 158.6 km
1. Drive from Taichung to Shilincar 158.6 km
1h 52m
$15–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Taichung to Shilintaxi 158.6 km
1h 52m
$130–170
Bus via Shilin
1. Take the bus from Taichung Station to Taipei Bus Stationbus 1827 / ...
3h 7m
$9–12
Train
1. Take the train from 臺中 to 臺北train 山線
3h 32m
$9–13

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Distance: 174.4 km
Duration: 1h 40m

What companies run services between Taichung, Taiwan and Shilin, 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 Wuquan-Gongyuan Intersection(Guangda Community) to Chongyang hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 2h 33m.

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