Taipei to Hualien

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Taipei to Hualien Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Train	Taiwan Railway R	Regular Car	08:05	10:30	$18.44	5.0
Train	Taiwan Railway R	Regular Car	11:09	13:35	$18.44	5.0
Train	Taiwan Railway R	Regular Car	16:30	18:55	$18.44	5.0
Train	Taiwan Railway R	Regular Car	16:38	19:01	$18.44	5.0
Train	Taiwan Railway R	Regular Car	20:25	22:58	$18.44	5.0

How to get from Taipei to Hualien

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

Flight
Bus
Train

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 Flight 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 20.28. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 15.66.

How far is Taipei from Hualien?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Taipei to Hualien. Your trip will be a total of 70 miles (112 km). The flying distance is 70 miles (112 km).

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

The travel time from Taipei to Hualien can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 8 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Taipei to Hualien varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Taiwan Railway R: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 15.66 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 20.28.

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

Bus tickets - USD 4.78 to USD 4.78;
Train tickets - USD 15.66 to USD 20.27;
flight price: USD 313.67. From Taipei to Hualien starting from 12:40 Taoyuan Airport until 12:40 Taoyuan Airport

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

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

Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 35 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Taipei to Hualien 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.

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 Taipei to Hualien

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Taipei to Hualien? 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:

95% users enjoyed a train ride.
5% decided to go for a bus.

Transportation from Taipei to Hualien

Trains

$ 15.66
Buses

$ 4.78
Flights

$ 313.67
Ferries are not available
Taxis are not available
Vans are not available

Facts about the transport from Taipei to Hualien

Cheapest Transport	$5
Fastest Transport	2h 14m
Earliest Departure	6:00 AM
Latest Departure	10:00 PM
Departures per day	35
Distance	112 kilometers
Transport Companies	Eva Air, HK Express, King Bus TW

Taipei to Hualien