Kaohsiung to Taipei

Kaohsiung to Taipei

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Kaohsiung to Taipei Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
05:00
13:53
$11.86
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
05:40
14:33
$11.86
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
06:00
14:53
$11.86
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
06:40
15:33
$11.86
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
07:00
15:53
$11.86
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
07:20
11:17
$10.66
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
07:40
16:33
$11.86
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
08:00
16:53
$11.86
Flight
Uni Airways
Economy
08:20
11:45
$134.51
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
08:40
17:33
$11.86
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
09:00
17:53
$11.86
Train
Taiwan High Speed Rail
Standard Seat
09:25
11:42
$40.01
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Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
09:45
13:42
$10.66
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
10:10
19:01
$11.54
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
10:30
19:23
$17.40
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
10:50
19:41
$11.54
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
11:10
20:01
$11.54
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
11:40
20:33
$11.86
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
12:00
20:53
$11.86
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
12:20
21:13
$18.66

How to get from Kaohsiung to Taipei

When you want to get from Kaohsiung to Taipei, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Train. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Taxi ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 233.76. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 20.01.

How far is Kaohsiung from Taipei?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Kaohsiung to Taipei. Your trip will be a total of 114 miles (182 km). The flying distance is 114 miles (182 km).

How long does it take to get from Kaohsiung to Taipei?

The travel time from Kaohsiung to Taipei can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 4 to 14 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Kaohsiung to Taipei?

The cost of the trip from Kaohsiung to Taipei varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Ubus (Ubus TW): travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 20.01 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 233.76.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Kaohsiung to Taipei:

  • Bus tickets - USD 20.02 to USD 20.02;
  • Train tickets - USD 26.70 to USD 44.76;
  • flight price: USD 233.74. From Kaohsiung to Taipei starting from 15:00 Kaohsiung Airport until 15:00 Kaohsiung Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 282.17 to USD 322.47.

How many trips per day are there between Kaohsiung and Taipei?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 05:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:00. There are 45 available bus trips every day.
  • 1 by flight from Kaohsiung to Taipei starting from 15:00 Kaohsiung Airport until 15:00 Kaohsiung Airport

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Kaohsiung to Taipei is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Kaohsiung to Taipei. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 282.17.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Kaohsiung to Taipei

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Kaohsiung to Taipei? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.

Transportation from Kaohsiung to Taipei

Facts about the transport from Kaohsiung to Taipei

Cheapest Transport$21
Fastest Transport3h 38m
Earliest Departure5:00 AM
Latest Departure11:00 PM
Departures per day46
Distance182 kilometers
Transport CompaniesHK Express, SmartRyde, Ubus