Taipei to Kaohsiung

Taipei to Kaohsiung

Taipei
Kaohsiung
Jan 19, 2026
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Taipei to Kaohsiung Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Flight
Cebu Pacific
Economy
02:15
19:00
€132.00
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
05:00
08:57
€5.40
Train
Taiwan Railway R
Regular Car
05:23
09:53
€26.86
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
06:00
14:51
€15.54
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
06:30
15:23
€14.32
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
07:00
15:51
€14.86
Train
Taiwan High Speed Rail
Standard Seat
07:19
09:25
€33.50
Train
Taiwan High Speed Rail
Standard Seat
07:41
09:55
€34.18
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Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
08:00
16:51
€15.54
Train
Taiwan High Speed Rail
Standard Seat
08:19
10:25
€33.50
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
08:40
12:37
€5.40
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
09:00
17:53
€15.94
Train
Taiwan High Speed Rail
Standard Seat
09:19
11:25
€33.50
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
09:40
13:37
€5.40
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
10:00
13:57
€5.40
Train
Taiwan High Speed Rail
Standard Seat
10:19
12:25
€33.50
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
10:40
14:37
€7.70
Bus
Ubus
VIP Bus
11:00
14:57
€5.40
Train
Taiwan High Speed Rail
Standard Seat
11:19
13:25
€33.50
Train
Taiwan High Speed Rail
Standard Seat
11:41
13:55
€34.18
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Transportation from Taipei to Kaohsiung

Facts about the transport from Taipei to Kaohsiung

Cheapest Transport€5
Fastest Transport3h 37m
Earliest Departure5:30 AM
Latest Departure11:30 PM
Departures per day23
Distance181 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGreater Bay Airlines, HK Express, King Bus TW, Ubus

How to get from Taipei to Kaohsiung

When you want to get from Taipei to Kaohsiung, 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 Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about EUR 17.09. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as EUR 4.09.

How far is Taipei from Kaohsiung?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Taipei to Kaohsiung. Your trip will be a total of 113 miles (181 km). The flying distance is 113 miles (181 km).

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

The travel time from Taipei to Kaohsiung can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 4 to 17 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Taipei to Kaohsiung varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is King Bus TW: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as EUR 4.09 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as EUR 17.09.

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

  • Bus tickets - EUR 4.08 to EUR 17.10;
  • Train tickets - EUR 22.80 to EUR 38.23;
  • flight price: EUR 152.14 - EUR 154.63. From Taipei to Kaohsiung starting from 13:55 Taoyuan Airport until 21:40 Taoyuan Airport

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 05:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:30. There are 23 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Taipei to Kaohsiung 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 Kaohsiung

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Taipei to Kaohsiung? 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.