Taichung to Sun Moon Lake

Taichung to Sun Moon Lake

Taichung
Sun Moon Lake
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Taichung to Sun Moon Lake, Bus Round Trip, Nantou Bus, Nov 22, 2025
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Taichung to Sun Moon Lake Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Dibo Charter
Economy Plus 5pax
Any time
+1h 5m
$104.28
Bus
Nantou Bus
Round Trip
07:20
09:05
$10.59
  5.0
Bus
Nantou Bus
Round Trip
07:45
09:05
$10.59
Bus
Nantou Bus
Round Trip
08:10
09:40
$10.59
Bus
Nantou Bus
Round Trip
08:40
10:10
$10.59
Bus
Nantou Bus
Round Trip
09:10
10:40
$10.59
Bus
Nantou Bus
Round Trip
09:45
11:05
$10.59
Bus
Nantou Bus
Round Trip
10:10
11:40
$10.59
Bus
Sun Moon Lake Bus
Minivan
10:30
12:30
$13.27
Bus
Nantou Bus
Round Trip
10:48
12:30
$10.59
Bus
Nantou Bus
Round Trip
11:10
12:30
$10.59
Bus
Sun Moon Lake Bus
Minivan
11:30
13:30
$16.12
Bus
Nantou Bus
Round Trip
12:20
14:05
$10.59
  5.0
Bus
Nantou Bus
Round Trip
12:45
14:05
$10.59
Bus
Nantou Bus
Round Trip
13:10
14:30
$10.59
Bus
Nantou Bus
Round Trip
13:45
15:05
$10.59
Bus
Nantou Bus
Round Trip
14:10
15:30
$10.59
Bus
Nantou Bus
Round Trip
14:45
16:05
$10.59
Bus
Nantou Bus
Round Trip
15:10
16:30
$10.59
Bus
Nantou Bus
Round Trip
15:45
17:05
$10.59

How to get from Taichung to Sun Moon Lake

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

  • Bus
  • Van
  • Taxi

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

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Van ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 48.99. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 11.33.

How far is Taichung from Sun Moon Lake?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Taichung to Sun Moon Lake. Your trip will be a total of 29 miles (46 km). The flying distance is 29 miles (46 km).

How long does it take to get from Taichung to Sun Moon Lake?

The travel time from Taichung to Sun Moon Lake can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 2 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Taichung to Sun Moon Lake?

The cost of the trip from Taichung to Sun Moon Lake varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Fontrip API: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 11.33 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Van - a one-way Van ticket can cost as much as USD 48.99.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Taichung to Sun Moon Lake:

  • Bus tickets - USD 11.31 to USD 17.73;
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 14.60 - USD 17.73. From Taichung to Sun Moon Lake starting from 10:30 THSR Taichung Station until 11:30 Taichung Feng Chia
  • Van price : USD 48.98;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 59.06 to USD 114.71.

How many trips per day are there between Taichung and Sun Moon Lake?

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 07:23 - you can also take a bus as late as 19:25. There are 51 available bus trips every day.
  • Vans from Taichung to Sun Moon Lake depart during the day - there are approximately 4 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Taichung to Sun Moon Lake 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 Taichung to Sun Moon Lake. 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 59.06.

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

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Taichung to Sun Moon Lake. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Taichung to Sun Moon Lake.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Taichung to Sun Moon Lake

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Taichung to Sun Moon Lake? 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:

  • 98% decided to go for a bus.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Taichung to Sun Moon Lake

Facts about the transport from Taichung to Sun Moon Lake

Cheapest Transport$12
Fastest Transport55m
Earliest Departure7:23 早上
Latest Departure7:25 晚上
Departures per day55
Distance46 kilometers
Transport CompaniesChihang, Dibo Charter, Fontrip API, Nantou Bus, Sun Moon Lake Bus, Tripool