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Kaohsiung to Taipei

      You’ll find practical information on schedules and prices for several transport options between Kaohsiung and Taipei, including charter, train or bus.

      Travel options for Kaohsiung to Taipei

      Traveling from Kaohsiung to Taipei, a bus for 369 TWD offers the best value, while a train gets you there in 2h y 17 minutes.

      Bus from Kaohsiung to Taipei

      Depart from Jianguo Passenger Terminal, Kaohsiung or Kaohsiung Station, Zuoying, with the first departure at 05:00, and travel by bus Kaohsiung to Taipei, arriving at multiple stations, including Taipei Main Station, Sanchong Stadium, New Taipei, Banqiao Station and others after approximately 4 hours 30 minutes. Tickets start from 369 TWD, making this a reliable and cost-effective option. Make sure to secure your ticket before departure to guarantee your preferred seat.

      Prices: 369 TWD

      Duration: 4h 30m – 8h 50m ⏱

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      Train from Kaohsiung to Taipei

      Catch a train from Kaohsiung by departing at multiple stations, including Kaohsiung, Zuoying, Fongshan, Kaohsiung and others and reaching Taipei at Taipei. The journey usually takes about 2 hours 17 minutes, providing a convenient and scenic travel option. Tickets start at 920 TWD, so make sure to secure your preferred seat here.

      Popular arrivals: Taipei

      Prices: 920 TWD

      Duration: 2h 17m – 7h 34m ⏱

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      Charter from Kaohsiung to Taipei

      Traveling between Kaohsiung and Taipei is straightforward: your private driver will pick you up at your chosen location and take you directly to your destination. The ride lasts around 13 hours 14 minutes with fares starting from 9,252 TWD. Book your transfer.

      Popular arrivals: Taipei City

      Prices: 9,252 TWD

      Duration: 13h 14m ⏱

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      Distance Kaohsiung to Taipei

      The distance between Kaohsiung and Taipei is 297.4 kilometers.

      Kaohsiung to Taipei Transportation Comparison

      Compare transport options side by side using key travel metrics to find the best way to get from Kaohsiung to Taipei

      Bus
      Train
      Charter
      Average price
      457 TWD
      1,264 TWD
      9,252 TWD
      Cheapest price
      369 TWD
      920 TWD
      9,252 TWD
      Average duration
      4h 59m
      4h 13m
      13h 14m
      Minimum duration
      4h 30m
      2h 17m
      13h 14m
      Number of departures
      35
      86
      1
      Tickets

      Bus Routes & Schedules from Kaohsiung to Taipei

      - From the station at Jianguo Passenger Terminal, Kaohsiung, buses depart toward Taipei Main Station, taking around 4h 30m for the trip. Services run from 05:00 until 23:00, and tickets start at 468 TWD.
      - Leave Kaohsiung Station, Zuoying for Sanchong Stadium, New Taipei on a bus, traveling for about 8h 50m. Buses operate from 07:30 until 12:40, and fares are priced from 369 TWD.
      - Board the bus at Kaohsiung Station, Zuoying and spend approximately 8h 40m on the road, arriving at Banqiao Station. The bus operates from 07:30 until 12:40 with fares from 369 TWD.

      Departure stations
      Jianguo Passenger Terminal, Kaohsiung
      Kaohsiung Station, Zuoying
      Arrival stations
      Taipei Main Station
      Sanchong Stadium, New Taipei
      Banqiao Station

      Bus Timetable: Jianguo Passenger Terminal, Kaohsiung → Taipei Main Station

      • 05:00 09:30 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 06:40 11:10 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 07:00 11:30 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 08:00 12:30 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 09:00 13:30 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 09:40 14:10 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 10:00 14:30 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 10:20 14:50 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 11:00 15:30 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 11:20 15:50 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 11:40 16:10 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 12:00 16:30 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 12:20 16:50 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 13:00 17:30 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 13:30 18:00 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 13:40 18:10 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 14:00 18:30 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 14:40 19:10 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 15:00 19:30 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 15:40 20:10 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 16:00 20:30 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 16:20 20:50 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 17:00 21:30 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 17:30 22:00 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 18:00 22:30 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 18:20 22:50 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 18:40 23:10 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 19:00 23:30 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 20:00 00:30 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 21:00 01:30 4h 30m 468 TWD
      • 23:00 03:30 4h 30m 468 TWD

      Bus Timetable: Kaohsiung Station, Zuoying → Banqiao Station

      • 07:30 16:10 8h 40m 369 TWD
      • 12:40 21:20 8h 40m 369 TWD

      Bus Timetable: Kaohsiung Station, Zuoying → Sanchong Stadium, New Taipei

      • 07:30 16:20 8h 50m 369 TWD
      • 12:40 21:30 8h 50m 369 TWD

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      Train Routes & Schedules from Kaohsiung to Taipei

      - Starting from Kaohsiung, trains make their way to Taipei, taking around 3h 38m to 7h 25m. Tickets cost 920 to 1,543 TWD, and rail departures run from 05:34 until 19:05.
      - Taipei is your destination from Zuoying, with the train taking around 2h 17m to get there. Departures run from 06:15 until 21:30, and tickets begin at 1,328 TWD.
      - From Fongshan, Kaohsiung, you’ll board a train that travels for about 3h 52m to 7h 34m before reaching Taipei. Departures are from 05:40 until 18:57, and fares start at 931 to 1,528 TWD.

      Departure stations
      Kaohsiung
      Zuoying
      Fongshan, Kaohsiung
      Arrival stations
      Taipei

      Train Timetable: Fongshan, Kaohsiung → Taipei

      • 05:40 12:25 6h 45m 1528 TWD
      • 05:55 11:10 5h 15m 1207 TWD
      • 06:38 12:07 5h 29m 1207 TWD
      • 07:50 11:42 3h 52m 1207 TWD
      • 07:54 14:06 6h 12m 1528 TWD
      • 07:59 13:02 5h 3m 1207 TWD
      • 09:16 13:52 4h 36m 1207 TWD
      • 09:55 15:01 5h 6m 1207 TWD
      • 10:27 15:21 4h 54m 1207 TWD
      • 10:57 16:01 5h 4m 1207 TWD
      • 11:06 17:52 6h 46m 1528 TWD
      • 11:23 16:09 4h 46m 1207 TWD
      • 11:49 16:59 5h 10m 1207 TWD
      • 12:42 17:51 5h 9m 1207 TWD
      • 12:59 19:49 6h 50m 1528 TWD
      • 13:17 18:25 5h 8m 1207 TWD
      • 13:28 21:02 7h 34m 931 TWD
      • 14:23 19:41 5h 18m 1207 TWD
      • 14:52 20:11 5h 19m 1207 TWD
      • 15:28 20:30 5h 2m 1207 TWD
      • 16:00 21:10 5h 10m 1207 TWD
      • 16:49 22:01 5h 12m 1207 TWD
      • 17:17 22:11 4h 54m 1207 TWD
      • 18:04 23:19 5h 15m 1207 TWD
      • 18:57 00:02 5h 5m 1207 TWD

      Train Timetable: Kaohsiung → Taipei

      • 05:34 12:25 6h 51m 1543 TWD
      • 06:03 11:10 5h 7m 1192 TWD
      • 06:50 10:50 4h 1192 TWD
      • 06:53 12:07 5h 14m 1192 TWD
      • 07:48 14:06 6h 18m 1543 TWD
      • 08:00 11:42 3h 42m 1192 TWD
      • 08:08 13:02 4h 54m 1192 TWD
      • 09:23 13:52 4h 29m 1192 TWD
      • 10:04 15:01 4h 57m 1192 TWD
      • 10:35 15:21 4h 46m 1192 TWD
      • 11:00 17:52 6h 52m 1543 TWD
      • 11:07 16:01 4h 54m 1192 TWD
      • 11:13 17:18 6h 5m 920 TWD
      • 11:30 16:09 4h 39m 1192 TWD
      • 11:58 16:59 5h 1m 1192 TWD
      • 12:33 16:11 3h 38m 1192 TWD
      • 12:52 17:51 4h 59m 1192 TWD
      • 12:53 19:49 6h 56m 1543 TWD
      • 13:27 18:25 4h 58m 1192 TWD
      • 13:37 21:02 7h 25m 920 TWD
      • 14:15 18:15 4h 1192 TWD
      • 14:31 19:41 5h 10m 1192 TWD
      • 15:00 20:11 5h 11m 1192 TWD
      • 15:25 19:07 3h 42m 1192 TWD
      • 15:36 20:30 4h 54m 1192 TWD
      • 16:08 21:10 5h 2m 1192 TWD
      • 16:57 22:01 5h 4m 1192 TWD
      • 17:25 22:11 4h 46m 1192 TWD
      • 17:48 22:22 4h 34m 1192 TWD
      • 18:13 23:19 5h 6m 1192 TWD
      • 18:45 22:42 3h 57m 1192 TWD
      • 19:05 00:02 4h 57m 1192 TWD

      Train Timetable: Zuoying → Taipei

      • 06:15 08:32 2h 17m 1328 TWD
      • 06:45 09:02 2h 17m 1328 TWD
      • 07:25 09:42 2h 17m 1328 TWD
      • 07:55 10:12 2h 17m 1328 TWD
      • 08:25 10:42 2h 17m 1328 TWD
      • 08:55 11:12 2h 17m 1328 TWD
      • 09:25 11:42 2h 17m 1328 TWD
      • 09:55 12:12 2h 17m 1328 TWD
      • 10:25 12:42 2h 17m 1328 TWD
      • 10:55 13:12 2h 17m 1328 TWD
      • 11:25 13:42 2h 17m 1328 TWD
      • 11:55 14:12 2h 17m 1328 TWD
      • 12:25 14:42 2h 17m 1328 TWD
      • 12:55 15:12 2h 17m 1328 TWD
      • 13:25 15:42 2h 17m 1328 TWD
      • 13:55 16:12 2h 17m 1328 TWD
      • 14:25 16:42 2h 17m 1328 TWD
      • 14:55 17:12 2h 17m 1328 TWD
      • 15:25 17:42 2h 17m 1328 TWD
      • 15:55 18:12 2h 17m 1328 TWD
      • 17:00 19:17 2h 17m 1328 TWD
      • 17:30 19:47 2h 17m 1328 TWD
      • 18:00 20:17 2h 17m 1328 TWD
      • 18:25 20:42 2h 17m 1328 TWD
      • 19:25 21:42 2h 17m 1328 TWD
      • 19:55 22:12 2h 17m 1328 TWD
      • 20:25 22:42 2h 17m 1328 TWD
      • 20:55 23:12 2h 17m 1328 TWD
      • 21:30 23:47 2h 17m 1328 TWD

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      Charter Routes & Schedules from Kaohsiung to Taipei

      From Kaohsiung International Airport, a private driver will take you straight to Taipei City, allowing you to choose the departure time that works best for you. Expect to spend approximately 13h 14m on the road, enjoying a comfortable and hassle-free ride. Ticket prices start from 9,252 TWD, and the journey provides a seamless, direct connection from Kaohsiung to Taipei.

      Charter Timetable: Kaohsiung International Airport → Taipei City

      • --:-- --:-- 13h 14m 9252 TWD

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      Frequently Asked Questions Kaohsiung to Taipei

      Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kaohsiung to Taipei.

      How long does the Kaohsiung to Taipei trip usually take?

      Travel time on the Kaohsiung to Taipei route varies by transport type and station pair. Bus trips take about 4 hours 30 minutes to 8 hours 50 minutes, while train trips range from about 2 hours 20 minutes to 7 hours 35 minutes. The exact time depends on the service and the departure and arrival points.

      What is the cheapest way to travel from Kaohsiung to Taipei?

      The cheapest option on the Kaohsiung to Taipei route is the bus, with fares starting at 369 TWD and going up to 468 TWD. Train tickets are higher, from 920 TWD to 1,543 TWD. Charter service is much more expensive at 9,252 TWD.

      How much should I expect to pay for Kaohsiung to Taipei overall?

      For Kaohsiung to Taipei, prices vary widely by transport. Bus fares are about 369 TWD to 468 TWD, train fares are 920 TWD to 1,543 TWD, and charter service is 9,252 TWD. The total cost depends on which service and station pair you choose.

      Which transport is fastest on the Kaohsiung to Taipei route?

      The fastest listed option for Kaohsiung to Taipei is the train from Zuoying to Taipei, which takes about 2 hours 17 minutes. Other train services can take much longer, and bus trips are slower overall, ranging from about 4 hours 30 minutes to 8 hours 50 minutes.

      Where do buses from Kaohsiung to Taipei leave from and arrive?

      Buses on the Kaohsiung to Taipei route depart from Jianguo Passenger Terminal, Kaohsiung, or Kaohsiung Station, Zuoying. They arrive at Taipei Main Station, Sanchong Stadium in New Taipei, or Banqiao Station. The exact terminal depends on the service.

      Where do trains from Kaohsiung to Taipei start and end?

      Trains on the Kaohsiung to Taipei route depart from Kaohsiung, Zuoying, or Fongshan, Kaohsiung, and arrive at Taipei. Different station pairs have different travel times, so the exact departure point matters when comparing services.

      How often do Kaohsiung to Taipei services run, and what are the first and last departures?

      The schedule data does not list a fixed frequency for either buses or trains on the Kaohsiung to Taipei route. Buses run from 05:00 to 23:00, while trains run from 05:34 to 21:30. Availability depends on the specific service.

      Why does the Kaohsiung to Taipei travel time vary so much?

      The Kaohsiung to Taipei travel time changes because different services use different stations and routes. For trains, Zuoying to Taipei is much faster than Kaohsiung or Fongshan to Taipei. For buses, the arrival point also affects the total duration.

      If I take the bus from Kaohsiung to Taipei, which station pair is quickest?

      The quickest bus service on the Kaohsiung to Taipei route is from Jianguo Passenger Terminal, Kaohsiung to Taipei Main Station. It takes about 4 hours 30 minutes. Other listed bus pairs are longer, reaching about 8 hours 40 minutes.

      If I take the train from Kaohsiung to Taipei, which station pair is the fastest?

      The fastest train pair on the Kaohsiung to Taipei route is Zuoying to Taipei, at about 2 hours 17 minutes. Other train options are slower, including Kaohsiung to Taipei at about 3 hours 38 minutes to 7 hours 25 minutes, and Fongshan to Taipei at about 3 hours 52 minutes to 7 hours 34 minutes.

      Can I book Kaohsiung to Taipei tickets online, and where should I look?

      Yes, you can book Kaohsiung to Taipei tickets online through TicketRoutes.com. That is the booking reference provided for this route. It is useful for checking available bus and train services and comparing the listed fares and times.

      Is charter service available for Kaohsiung to Taipei, and what are its details?

      A charter option is listed for Kaohsiung to Taipei. It departs from Kaohsiung International Airport and arrives in Taipei City. The trip takes about 13 hours 14 minutes and costs 9,252 TWD.

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