Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City
All standard transport options connecting Kaohsiung and Taoyuan City are listed here, including combined, train or bus.
Travel options for Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City
Move from Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City by train in 1h y 55 minutes for the quickest journey, or take a bus for 425 TWD to save on costs.
Bus from Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City
Board a bus at Jianguo Passenger Terminal, Kaohsiung and begin your journey from Kaohsiung toward Taoyuan City, reaching Zhongli Station, Taoyuan City along the way. The first departure of the day is at 06:30, and services run regularly so you can choose a departure time that works for you. The trip lasts about 8 hours 13 minutes with fares starting from 425 TWD. Reserve your ticket here.
Prices: 425 TWD
Duration: 8h 13m ⏱
Train from Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City
If you're taking the train from Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City, you can board at Kaohsiung or Zuoying and arrive at Taoyuan TRA, Taoyuan City or Taoyuan HSR, Taoyuan City. Trains are a good option, the journey typically takes around 1 hour 55 minutes, with tickets costing 860 TWD. Check schedules and secure your seat here.
Prices: 860 TWD
Duration: 1h 55m – 6h 38m ⏱
Combined from Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City
Combined transport services provide a way to travel between Kaohsiung and Taoyuan City, departing from KHH Kaohsiung Airport and arriving at TPE Taoyuan Airport, Taipei. This journey typically takes around 6 hours 55 minutes, and tickets are priced at 7,755 TWD. Check available options and secure your journey here.
Prices: 7,755 TWD
Duration: 6h 55m ⏱
Bus Routes & Schedules from Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City
From Kaohsiung you take a bus that leaves from Jianguo Passenger Terminal, Kaohsiung and follows a direct route toward Taoyuan City. The ride typically lasts around 8h 13m, services run from 06:30 until 15:30 and fares begin at 425 TWD. At the end of the trip you will disembark at Zhongli Station, Taoyuan City, where local connections may be available. Consult the bus timetable for Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City to compare times and secure your booking.
Cheapest & Fastest Bus Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City
425 TWD, from Jianguo Passenger Terminal, Kaohsiung to Zhongli Station, Taoyuan City, departure at some times, duration 8h 13mBus Timetable: Jianguo Passenger Terminal, Kaohsiung → Zhongli Station, Taoyuan City
- 06:30 14:43 8h 13m 425 TWD
- 10:30 18:43 8h 13m 425 TWD
- 15:30 23:43 8h 13m 425 TWD
Train Routes & Schedules from Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City
- Catch a train at Kaohsiung heading toward Taoyuan TRA, Taoyuan City, with the ride typically lasting 3h 13m to 6h 38m. Departures operate from 06:03 until 19:05, and fares start at 860 to 1,116 TWD.
- From Zuoying, you can take a train to Taoyuan HSR, Taoyuan City, traveling for about 1h 55m. Services run from 06:15 until 21:30 with fares starting at 1,186 TWD.
Cheapest Train Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City
860 TWD, from Kaohsiung to Taoyuan TRA, Taoyuan City, departure at some times, duration 6h 38mFastest Train Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City
1186 TWD, from Zuoying to Taoyuan HSR, Taoyuan City, departure at some times, duration 1h 55mTrain Timetable: Kaohsiung → Taoyuan TRA, Taoyuan City
- 06:03 10:37 4h 34m 1116 TWD
- 06:53 11:32 4h 39m 1116 TWD
- 07:30 11:26 3h 56m 1116 TWD
- 08:08 12:29 4h 21m 1116 TWD
- 09:23 13:21 3h 58m 1116 TWD
- 10:04 14:28 4h 24m 1116 TWD
- 10:35 14:49 4h 14m 1116 TWD
- 11:07 15:28 4h 21m 1116 TWD
- 11:13 16:39 5h 26m 860 TWD
- 11:58 16:27 4h 29m 1116 TWD
- 12:52 17:16 4h 24m 1116 TWD
- 13:27 17:52 4h 25m 1116 TWD
- 13:35 18:22 4h 47m 1116 TWD
- 13:37 20:15 6h 38m 860 TWD
- 14:31 19:08 4h 37m 1116 TWD
- 15:25 18:38 3h 13m 1116 TWD
- 15:36 19:54 4h 18m 1116 TWD
- 15:52 19:58 4h 6m 1116 TWD
- 16:08 20:36 4h 28m 1116 TWD
- 16:57 21:25 4h 28m 1116 TWD
- 17:25 21:39 4h 14m 1116 TWD
- 17:48 21:50 4h 2m 1116 TWD
- 18:13 22:46 4h 33m 1116 TWD
- 18:45 22:11 3h 26m 1116 TWD
- 19:05 23:26 4h 21m 1116 TWD
Train Timetable: Zuoying → Taoyuan HSR, Taoyuan City
- 06:15 08:10 1h 55m 1186 TWD
- 06:45 08:40 1h 55m 1186 TWD
- 07:25 09:20 1h 55m 1186 TWD
- 07:55 09:50 1h 55m 1186 TWD
- 08:25 10:20 1h 55m 1186 TWD
- 08:55 10:50 1h 55m 1186 TWD
- 09:25 11:20 1h 55m 1186 TWD
- 09:55 11:50 1h 55m 1186 TWD
- 10:25 12:20 1h 55m 1186 TWD
- 10:55 12:50 1h 55m 1186 TWD
- 11:25 13:20 1h 55m 1186 TWD
- 11:55 13:50 1h 55m 1186 TWD
- 12:25 14:20 1h 55m 1186 TWD
- 12:55 14:50 1h 55m 1186 TWD
- 13:25 15:20 1h 55m 1186 TWD
- 13:55 15:50 1h 55m 1186 TWD
- 14:25 16:20 1h 55m 1186 TWD
- 14:55 16:50 1h 55m 1186 TWD
- 15:25 17:20 1h 55m 1186 TWD
- 15:55 17:50 1h 55m 1186 TWD
- 17:00 18:55 1h 55m 1186 TWD
- 17:30 19:25 1h 55m 1186 TWD
- 18:00 19:55 1h 55m 1186 TWD
- 18:25 20:20 1h 55m 1186 TWD
- 19:25 21:20 1h 55m 1186 TWD
- 19:55 21:50 1h 55m 1186 TWD
- 20:25 22:20 1h 55m 1186 TWD
- 20:55 22:50 1h 55m 1186 TWD
- 21:30 23:25 1h 55m 1186 TWD
Combined Routes & Schedules from Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City
Start your journey at KHH Kaohsiung Airport on a combined transport route toward Taoyuan City. You’ll travel across different vehicles for about 6h 55m, with departures running at 16:40 and fares starting from 7,755 TWD. Arrival is at TPE Taoyuan Airport, Taipei, and checking the timetable for connections between Kaohsiung and Taoyuan City lets you choose the departure that fits your schedule.
Cheapest & Fastest Combined Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City
7755 TWD, from KHH Kaohsiung Airport to TPE Taoyuan Airport, Taipei, departure at 16:40, duration 6h 55mCombined Timetable: KHH Kaohsiung Airport → TPE Taoyuan Airport, Taipei
- 16:40 23:35 6h 55m 7755 TWD
Frequently Asked Questions Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City.
How long does the Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City trip usually take?
Travel time on the Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City route depends on the transport type. The bus takes about 8 hours 13 minutes, trains range from about 1 hour 55 minutes to 6 hours 38 minutes, and the combined air option takes about 6 hours 55 minutes.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City?
The cheapest listed option on the Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City route is the bus at 425 TWD. Train fares start at 860 TWD, while the combined air option is 7,755 TWD. Prices are shown as one-way fares in Taiwanese dollars.
What is the fastest way to get from Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City?
The fastest listed option for Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City is the train from Zuoying to Taoyuan HSR, which takes about 1 hour 55 minutes. The broader train range is longer because other train services on this route take more time.
How much should I expect to pay for Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City overall?
For Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City, fares range from 425 TWD on the bus to 7,755 TWD for the combined air option. Train tickets fall in the middle at 860 to 1,186 TWD, depending on the service and station pair.
Where do buses leave and arrive on the Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City route?
The bus on the Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City route departs from Jianguo Passenger Terminal in Kaohsiung and arrives at Zhongli Station in Taoyuan City. There are 3 bus trips listed, with departures between 06:30 and 15:30.
Which train stations are used for Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City?
Train services on the Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City route depart from Kaohsiung or Zuoying. They arrive at Taoyuan TRA in Taoyuan City or Taoyuan HSR in Taoyuan City. The exact station pair depends on the specific train service.
How often do trains run from Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City?
There are 54 train trips listed for Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City. The schedule runs from 06:03 to 21:30, but no fixed frequency in minutes is provided. That means departures are spread through the day rather than shown as a regular interval.
What are the first and last departures for Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City?
For Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City, the first train departs at 06:03 and the last train at 21:30. The bus runs earlier in the day, from 06:30 to 15:30. The combined air option has a single departure at 16:40.
How long does the bus from Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City take compared with the train?
The bus from Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City takes about 8 hours 13 minutes. Train travel is much faster overall, ranging from about 1 hour 55 minutes to 6 hours 38 minutes depending on the service and station pair.
Is there a direct flight-style option for Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City, and what does it cost?
The listed combined air option for Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City departs from KHH Kaohsiung Airport and arrives at TPE Taoyuan Airport, Taipei. It costs 7,755 TWD and takes about 6 hours 55 minutes, with one departure shown at 16:40.
If I want to book Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City tickets, where should I look?
For Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City tickets, TicketRoutes.com is the booking reference provided for this route. It lists the available bus, train, and combined air options, along with fares, travel times, and station details.
Are there many transport options for Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City, or only a few?
The Kaohsiung to Taoyuan City route has three listed transport types: bus, train, and a combined air option. The train has the most departures, the bus has a small number of trips, and the air option shows one scheduled departure.
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