What is the cheapest way to get from Tainan to T'ai-pei?

The cheapest way to get from Tainan to T'ai-pei is to bus which costs $14 - $21 and takes 5h.

What is the fastest way to get from Tainan to T'ai-pei?

The fastest way to get from Tainan to T'ai-pei is to fly which takes 2h 32m and costs $130 - $180.

Is there a direct bus between Tainan and T'ai-pei?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tainan Station station and arriving at Taipei City Hall Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Tainan and T'ai-pei?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 臺南 and arriving at 松山. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Tainan to T'ai-pei?

The distance between Tainan and T'ai-pei is 331 km. The road distance is 309.2 km.

How do I travel from Tainan to T'ai-pei without a car?

The best way to get from Tainan to T'ai-pei without a car is to train via 沙崙 which takes 2h 35m and costs $35 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Tainan to T'ai-pei?

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Tainan to T'ai-pei, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tainan to T'ai-pei bus from?

Tainan to T'ai-pei bus services, operated by U Bus, depart from Tainan Station.

Where do I catch the Tainan to T'ai-pei train from?

Tainan to T'ai-pei train services, operated by Taiwan High Speed Rail, depart from 台南 station.

Train, bus or fly from Tainan to T'ai-pei?

The best way to get from Tainan to T'ai-pei is to train via 沙崙 which takes 2h 35m and costs $35 - $55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $14 - $21 and takes 5h, you could also fly, which costs $130 - $180 and takes 2h 32m.

Where does the Tainan to T'ai-pei bus arrive?

Tainan to T'ai-pei bus services, operated by U Bus, arrive at Taipei City Hall Bus Station.

Where does the Tainan to T'ai-pei train arrive?

Tainan to T'ai-pei train services, operated by Taiwan High Speed Rail, arrive at 台北 station.

Can I drive from Tainan to T'ai-pei?

Yes, the driving distance between Tainan to T'ai-pei is 309 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Tainan to T'ai-pei.

Where can I stay near T'ai-pei?

There are 903+ hotels available in T'ai-pei.

Tainan to T'ai-pei - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via 沙崙
best
1. Take the train from 台南 to 台北train 臺灣高鐵線
2h 35m
$37–52
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tainan Station to Taipei City Hall Bus Stationbus 1612
5h
$14–21
Drive 309.2 km
1. Drive from Tainan to T'ai-peicar 309.2 km
3h 21m
$29–42
Fly
1. Fly from Tainan Airport (TNN) to Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)plane TNN - TSA
2h 32m
$136–177
Train
1. Take the train from 臺南 to 松山train 海線 / ...
4h 18m
$17–25
Bus via Taichung
1. Take the bus from Tainan to Zhongshan Selling Agencybus 1871
2. Take the bus from Minquan Rd. Intersection to Liuzhangli Stationbus 9012
6h 7m
$17–23

Tainan Airport (TNN) to Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) flights

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3h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 330.6 km
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Tainan, Taiwan and T'ai-pei, Taiwan?

Taiwan High Speed Rail operates a train from 台南 to 台北 every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $39–50 and the journey takes 1h 46m. Alternatively, U Bus operates a bus from Tainan Station to Taipei City Hall Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost $14–21 and the journey takes 5h.

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