Taichung to Taipei

Taichung to Taipei

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Taipei
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Taichung to Taipei Destination Reviews

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Mangesh
Excellent service by local staff and easy to travel.
Taichung to Taipei, Train #822 Standard Seat, Taiwan High Speed Rail (Taiwan High Speed Rail ), Mar 27, 2026
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Aneta W
On time, well organised, quick pleasure to travel with
Taichung to Taipei, Train #818 Standard Seat, Taiwan High Speed Rail (Taiwan High Speed Rail ), Dec 2, 2025
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Michael W
We booked our roundtrip HSR tickets from Taipei to Taichung (and back again) through 12go and it was super easy and convenient. Everything went smoothly with no pain points and Taiwan’s HSR system is fast, efficient, and a joy to ride.
Taichung to Taipei, Train Standard Seat, Taiwan High Speed Rail (Taiwan High Speed Rail ), Jun 1, 2025
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Taichung to Taipei Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
05:00
08:57
$8.21
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
05:30
09:28
$10.64
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
06:00
09:57
$8.84
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
06:30
10:28
$10.64
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
07:00
10:57
$8.84
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
07:20
11:17
$9.79
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
07:40
11:37
$8.21
Train
Taiwan High Speed Rail
Standard Seat
07:56
09:02
$18.79
  4.9
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
08:15
12:12
$8.21
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
08:35
12:33
$10.64
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
08:55
12:52
$9.00
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
09:15
13:12
$8.21
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
09:35
13:33
$10.64
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
09:55
13:52
$9.00
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
10:12
14:09
$8.21
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
10:30
14:28
$10.64
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
10:55
14:52
$9.00
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
11:12
15:09
$8.21
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
11:30
15:28
$9.79
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
11:55
15:52
$9.00

How to get from Taichung to Taipei

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

  • 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 Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Train ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 19.74. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 19.74.

How far is Taichung from Taipei?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Taichung to Taipei. Your trip will be a total of 35 miles (55 km). The flying distance is 35 miles (55 km).

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

The travel time from Taichung to Taipei can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 4 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Taichung to Taipei varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Taiwan High Speed Rail : travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 19.74 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Train - a one-way Train ticket can cost as much as USD 19.74.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 11.27 to USD 12.25;
  • Train tickets - USD 19.74 to USD 19.74;
  • taxi+Train price: USD 36.85. From Taichung to Taipei starting from 06:45 Taoyuan HSR until 20:04 Taoyuan HSR

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 101.84 to USD 115.58.

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

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

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 29 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Taichung 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 Taichung 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 101.84.

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 Taichung to Taipei

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Taichung 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:

  • 48% chosen taxi+Train
  • 47% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 5% decided to go for a bus.

Transportation from Taichung to Taipei

Facts about the transport from Taichung to Taipei

Cheapest Transport$12
Fastest Transport1h 6m
Earliest Departure5:10 AM
Latest Departure10:41 PM
Departures per day29
Distance55 kilometers
Transport CompaniesTaiwan High Speed Rail , Ubus, Zemo TW