What is the cheapest way to get from Taoyuan to Hsinchu?

The cheapest way to get from Taoyuan to Hsinchu is to train which costs $2 - $4 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Taoyuan to Hsinchu?

The fastest way to get from Taoyuan to Hsinchu is to drive which takes 40 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Taoyuan and Hsinchu?

No, there is no direct bus from Taoyuan station to Hsinchu station. However, there are services departing from Taoyuan Station(KUO-KUANG) and arriving at Hsinchu Station via Daqiaotou Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Taoyuan and Hsinchu?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 桃園 and arriving at 新竹. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Taoyuan to Hsinchu?

The distance between Taoyuan and Hsinchu is 49 km. The road distance is 46.3 km.

How do I travel from Taoyuan to Hsinchu without a car?

The best way to get from Taoyuan to Hsinchu without a car is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs $2 - $4.

How long does it take to get from Taoyuan to Hsinchu?

The train from 桃園 to 新竹 takes 1h 2m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Taoyuan to Hsinchu bus from?

Taoyuan to Hsinchu bus services, operated by Kuo-Kuang Bus, depart from Taoyuan Station(KUO-KUANG).

Where do I catch the Taoyuan to Hsinchu train from?

Taoyuan to Hsinchu train services, operated by Taiwan Railway, depart from 桃園 station.

Train or bus from Taoyuan to Hsinchu?

The best way to get from Taoyuan to Hsinchu is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs $2 - $4. Alternatively, you can line 1816 bus and bus, which costs $6 - $11 and takes 2h 18m.

Where does the Taoyuan to Hsinchu bus arrive?

Taoyuan to Hsinchu bus services, operated by Kuo-Kuang Bus, arrive at Daqiaotou Station.

Where does the Taoyuan to Hsinchu train arrive?

Taoyuan to Hsinchu train services, operated by Taiwan Railway, arrive at 新竹 station.

Can I drive from Taoyuan to Hsinchu?

Yes, the driving distance between Taoyuan to Hsinchu is 46 km. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Taoyuan to Hsinchu.

Where can I stay near Hsinchu?

There are 155+ hotels available in Hsinchu.

Taoyuan to Hsinchu - 4 ways to travel via train, line 1816 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Taoyuan to Hsinchu by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from 桃園 to 新竹train 非山線海線 / ...
1h 2m
$2–4
Line 1816 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Taoyuan Station(KUO-KUANG) to Daqiaotou Stationbus 1816
2. Take the bus from Daqiaotou Station to Hsinchu Stationbus 1822
2h 18m
$6–11
Drive 46.3 km
1. Drive from Taoyuan to Hsinchucar 46.3 km
40 min
$5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Taoyuan to Hsinchutaxi 46.3 km
40 min
$35–45

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Distance: 49.2 km
Duration: 1h 2m

What companies run services between Taoyuan, Taiwan and Hsinchu, Taiwan?

Taiwan Railway operates a train from 桃園 to 新竹 every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $2–4 and the journey takes 1h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Taoyuan Station(KUO-KUANG) to Hsinchu Station via Daqiaotou Station in around 2h 18m.

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