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

The cheapest way to get from Taipei to Taichung Station is to bus which costs $8 - $12 and takes 2h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taipei to Taichung Station is to train via 新烏日 which takes 1h 31m and costs $21 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Taipei and Taichung Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Taipei Station station and arriving at Taichung Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Taipei and Taichung Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 臺北 and arriving at 臺中. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Taipei to Taichung Station?

The distance between Taipei and Taichung Station is 169 km. The road distance is 159.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Taipei to Taichung Station without a car is to train via 新烏日 which takes 1h 31m and costs $21 - $25.

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

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Taipei to Taichung Station, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Taipei to Taichung Station?

The best way to get from Taipei to Taichung Station is to train via 新烏日 which takes 1h 31m and costs $21 - $25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $12 and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Taipei to Taichung Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Taipei to Taichung Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Taipei to Taichung Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Taipei to Taichung Station is 159 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Taipei to Taichung Station.

Where can I stay near Taichung Station?

There are 516+ hotels available in Taichung Station.

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

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

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Train via 新烏日
best
1. Take the train from 台北 to 台中train 臺灣高鐵線
1h 31m
$21–25
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Taipei Station to Taichung Stationbus 1619 / ...
2h 39m
$8–12
Drive 159.4 km
1. Drive from Taipei to Taichung Stationcar 159.4 km
1h 50m
$15–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Taipei to Taichung Stationtaxi 159.4 km
1h 50m
$140–170
Bus via Taichung
1. Take the bus from Taipei Station to Taichungbus 1826 / ...
2h 54m
$8–12
Train
1. Take the train from 臺北 to 臺中train 山線
3h 28m
$8–13

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Distance: 168.9 km
Duration: 1h 31m

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

Taiwan High Speed Rail operates a train from 台北 to 台中 every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $20–24 and the journey takes 1h. Alternatively, U Bus operates a bus from Taipei Station to Taichung Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 2h 39m. Citi Air Bus also services this route hourly.

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