Taichung to Chiayi
Whether you’re planning ahead or comparing last-minute options, this page covers all transport services between Taichung and Chiayi, including departure times, travel lengths and fares.
Travel options for Taichung to Chiayi
Travel from Taichung to Chiayi and save with a bus for 156 TWD, or reach your destination faster by train in 38 minutes.
Bus from Taichung to Chiayi
A bus journey from Taichung to Chiayi leaves from multiple stations, including Zhongshan station, Taichung, Zhonggang Bus Station, Taichung, Chaoma Station, Taichung, Taichung Station and others, with the first departure at 05:43, and reaches multiple stations, including Xinying Bus Station, Tainan, Chiayi Transit Center, Chiayi Interchange and others in about 2 hours 23 minutes. Fares begin at 156 TWD, offering a cheap way to travel. Don’t miss the chance to reserve your seat online and ensure a stress-free trip.
Prices: 156 TWD
Duration: 2h 23m – 3h 5m ⏱
Train from Taichung to Chiayi
Start your trip at multiple stations, including Taichung HSR, Taichung TRA, Dajia, Taichung and others and travel from Taichung to Chiayi, reaching Chiayi THSR or Chiayi TRA after about 38 minutes. Fares begin at 336 TWD, see available seats and secure your ticket ahead of time.
Prices: 336 TWD
Duration: 38m – 2h 4m ⏱
Charter from Taichung to Chiayi
Skip the queues and crowded transport: a private driver will pick you up in Taichung and drop you off at your chosen location in Chiayi. The journey takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes with fares starting at 3,449 TWD. Book your transfer.
Prices: 3,449 TWD
Duration: 1h 30m ⏱
Bus Routes & Schedules from Taichung to Chiayi
Bus services linking Taichung and Chiayi operate through multiple stations, giving travelers a range of possible departure and arrival points. Because of this, journey durations can differ by route, generally averaging around 2h 23m to 3h 5m. All buses run within a shared operating window from 05:43 to 23:28, with bus ticket prices starting at 156 to 232 TWD and adjusting slightly based on the service and stop combination. Reviewing the complete bus timetable for Taichung to Chiayi allows you to assess station coverage, timing differences and departure options in detail.
Cheapest Bus Taichung to Chiayi
156 TWD, from Zhonggang Bus Station, Taichung to Xinying Bus Station, Tainan, departure at some times, duration 3h 5mFastest Bus Taichung to Chiayi
205 TWD, from Zhonggang Bus Station, Taichung to Chiayi Interchange, departure at 14:00, duration 2h 23mBus Timetable: Chaoma Station, Taichung → Xinying Bus Station, Tainan
- 07:18 10:20 3h 2m 162 TWD
- 08:18 11:20 3h 2m 162 TWD
- 10:18 13:20 3h 2m 162 TWD
- 10:48 13:50 3h 2m 162 TWD
- 11:48 14:50 3h 2m 162 TWD
- 12:48 15:50 3h 2m 162 TWD
- 13:48 16:50 3h 2m 162 TWD
- 14:18 17:20 3h 2m 162 TWD
- 14:48 17:50 3h 2m 162 TWD
- 15:58 19:00 3h 2m 162 TWD
- 16:58 20:00 3h 2m 162 TWD
- 17:18 20:20 3h 2m 162 TWD
- 17:48 20:50 3h 2m 162 TWD
- 18:18 21:20 3h 2m 162 TWD
- 21:28 00:30 3h 2m 162 TWD
- 23:28 02:30 3h 2m 162 TWD
Bus Timetable: Taichung Station → Xinying Bus Station, Tainan
- 06:48 09:49 3h 1m 187 TWD
- 07:48 10:49 3h 1m 187 TWD
- 09:48 12:49 3h 1m 187 TWD
- 10:18 13:19 3h 1m 187 TWD
- 11:18 14:19 3h 1m 187 TWD
- 13:48 16:49 3h 1m 187 TWD
- 16:48 19:49 3h 1m 187 TWD
- 17:18 20:19 3h 1m 187 TWD
Bus Timetable: Zhonggang Bus Station, Taichung → Chiayi Interchange
- 14:00 16:23 2h 23m 205 TWD
Bus Timetable: Zhonggang Bus Station, Taichung → Chiayi Transit Center
- 14:00 16:24 2h 24m 232 TWD
Bus Timetable: Zhonggang Bus Station, Taichung → Xinying Bus Station, Tainan
- 05:43 08:48 3h 5m 156 TWD
- 06:43 09:48 3h 5m 156 TWD
- 07:28 10:33 3h 5m 156 TWD
- 09:28 12:33 3h 5m 156 TWD
- 10:28 13:33 3h 5m 156 TWD
- 10:43 13:48 3h 5m 156 TWD
- 12:43 15:48 3h 5m 156 TWD
- 14:28 17:33 3h 5m 156 TWD
- 15:28 18:33 3h 5m 156 TWD
- 15:43 18:48 3h 5m 156 TWD
- 17:43 20:48 3h 5m 156 TWD
- 18:43 21:48 3h 5m 156 TWD
- 19:28 22:33 3h 5m 156 TWD
- 22:43 01:48 3h 5m 156 TWD
- 23:28 02:33 3h 5m 156 TWD
Bus Timetable: Zhongshan station, Taichung → Xinying Bus Station, Tainan
- 07:58 11:00 3h 2m 187 TWD
- 09:58 13:00 3h 2m 187 TWD
- 10:28 13:30 3h 2m 187 TWD
- 11:28 14:30 3h 2m 187 TWD
- 13:58 17:00 3h 2m 187 TWD
- 16:58 20:00 3h 2m 187 TWD
- 17:28 20:30 3h 2m 187 TWD
Train Routes & Schedules from Taichung to Chiayi
- From Taichung HSR, you can take a train to Chiayi THSR, traveling for about 1h to 2h 4m. Services run from 08:17 until 22:17 with fares starting at 336 TWD.
- Board a train at Taichung TRA to reach Chiayi TRA, with the journey typically lasting 1h to 1h 21m. Departures occur from 05:33 until 21:48, and train ticket prices begin at 378 TWD.
- Travel from Dajia, Taichung to Chiayi TRA by train, a trip that lasts about 1h 22m to 2h 4m. Departures occur from 08:43 until 20:21 with fares starting at 339 to 440 TWD.
Cheapest Train Taichung to Chiayi
336 TWD, from Taichung HSR to Chiayi THSR, departure at some times, duration 38mFastest Train Taichung to Chiayi
378 TWD, from Taichung TRA to Chiayi TRA, departure at some times, duration 1hTrain Timetable: Dajia, Taichung → Chiayi TRA
- 08:43 10:10 1h 27m 440 TWD
- 12:10 14:06 1h 56m 339 TWD
- 16:43 18:11 1h 28m 440 TWD
- 18:58 21:02 2h 4m 339 TWD
- 20:21 21:43 1h 22m 440 TWD
Train Timetable: Taichung HSR → Chiayi THSR
- 08:17 08:55 38m 336 TWD
- 08:47 09:25 38m 336 TWD
- 09:17 09:55 38m 336 TWD
- 09:47 10:25 38m 336 TWD
- 10:17 10:55 38m 336 TWD
- 10:47 11:25 38m 336 TWD
- 11:17 11:55 38m 336 TWD
- 11:47 12:25 38m 336 TWD
- 12:17 12:55 38m 336 TWD
- 12:47 13:25 38m 336 TWD
- 14:17 14:55 38m 336 TWD
- 14:47 15:25 38m 336 TWD
- 15:17 15:55 38m 336 TWD
- 15:47 16:25 38m 336 TWD
- 16:17 16:55 38m 336 TWD
- 16:47 17:25 38m 336 TWD
- 17:17 17:55 38m 336 TWD
- 17:47 18:25 38m 336 TWD
- 18:17 18:55 38m 336 TWD
- 18:47 19:25 38m 336 TWD
- 19:17 19:55 38m 336 TWD
- 19:47 20:25 38m 336 TWD
- 20:17 20:55 38m 336 TWD
- 20:47 21:25 38m 336 TWD
- 21:17 21:55 38m 336 TWD
- 21:47 22:25 38m 336 TWD
- 22:17 22:55 38m 336 TWD
Train Timetable: Taichung TRA → Chiayi TRA
- 05:33 06:54 1h 21m 378 TWD
- 07:00 08:08 1h 8m 378 TWD
- 08:05 09:13 1h 8m 378 TWD
- 09:23 10:17 54m 378 TWD
- 09:28 10:44 1h 16m 378 TWD
- 09:51 10:49 58m 378 TWD
- 10:30 11:41 1h 11m 378 TWD
- 11:23 12:39 1h 16m 378 TWD
- 11:51 12:51 1h 378 TWD
- 12:26 13:35 1h 9m 378 TWD
- 13:20 14:37 1h 17m 378 TWD
- 14:20 15:34 1h 14m 378 TWD
- 15:12 16:06 54m 378 TWD
- 15:23 16:34 1h 11m 378 TWD
- 16:17 17:28 1h 11m 378 TWD
- 17:20 18:38 1h 18m 378 TWD
- 17:26 18:20 54m 378 TWD
- 17:45 18:54 1h 9m 378 TWD
- 18:20 19:34 1h 14m 378 TWD
- 18:45 19:53 1h 8m 378 TWD
- 19:20 20:31 1h 11m 378 TWD
- 19:52 20:52 1h 378 TWD
- 19:55 21:10 1h 15m 378 TWD
- 21:19 22:33 1h 14m 378 TWD
- 21:48 23:01 1h 13m 378 TWD
Charter Routes & Schedules from Taichung to Chiayi
Start your journey at Taichung Airport with a private transfer to Chiayi, departing at the time you prefer. The ride usually takes about 1h 30m, offering a flexible and personalized travel experience tailored to your schedule. Fares begin at 3,449 TWD, and you’ll arrive at Chiayi efficiently, without the constraints of fixed schedules or multiple stops.
Cheapest & Fastest Charter Taichung to Chiayi
3449 TWD, from Taichung Airport to Chiayi, departure at --:--, duration 1h 30mCharter Timetable: Taichung Airport → Chiayi
- --:-- --:-- 1h 30m 3449 TWD
Frequently Asked Questions Taichung to Chiayi
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Taichung to Chiayi.
How long does the Taichung to Chiayi trip usually take?
The travel time on the Taichung to Chiayi route depends on the transport and the exact stop pair. Trains take about 1 hour to 2 hours 4 minutes, buses about 2 hours 23 minutes to 3 hours 5 minutes, and charter service about 1 hour 30 minutes.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Taichung to Chiayi?
The lowest listed fares on the Taichung to Chiayi route are by bus, starting at 156 TWD. Train tickets start at 336 TWD, while the charter service is 3,449 TWD. Prices vary by service and stop pair.
What does a Taichung to Chiayi ticket usually cost overall?
For Taichung to Chiayi, bus fares are about 156 to 232 TWD and train fares are about 336 to 440 TWD. The charter option is listed at 3,449 TWD. The final price depends on the transport type and the specific departure and arrival points.
Which option is fastest for Taichung to Chiayi?
The fastest listed option on the Taichung to Chiayi route is the train, with some rail trips taking about 1 hour. The charter service is listed at about 1 hour 30 minutes, while buses are slower and usually take more than 2 hours.
Where do buses from Taichung to Chiayi leave and arrive?
Buses on the Taichung to Chiayi route depart from Zhongshan station, Zhonggang Bus Station, Chaoma Station, or Taichung Station. They arrive at Chiayi Transit Center or Chiayi Interchange, and some listed services also continue to Xinying Bus Station in Tainan.
Which train stations are used on the Taichung to Chiayi route?
Train services on the Taichung to Chiayi route depart from Taichung HSR, Taichung TRA, or Dajia, Taichung. They arrive at Chiayi THSR or Chiayi TRA. The exact station pair matters because travel times differ between HSR and TRA services.
How often do services run on Taichung to Chiayi?
The context lists many departures for Taichung to Chiayi, with 48 bus trips and 57 train trips. However, it does not give a fixed frequency in minutes. That means the timetable is spread across the day rather than shown as a regular interval.
What are the first and last departures for Taichung to Chiayi?
For Taichung to Chiayi, the earliest listed bus departure is 05:43 and the latest is 23:28. For trains, the first departure is 05:33 and the last is 22:17. The charter service does not show scheduled departure times.
How do the different train options compare on Taichung to Chiayi?
Train times on Taichung to Chiayi vary by station pair. Taichung TRA to Chiayi TRA takes about 1 hour to 1 hour 21 minutes, while Dajia, Taichung to Chiayi TRA takes about 1 hour 22 minutes to 2 hours 4 minutes. Taichung HSR to Chiayi THSR is also listed.
Are there bus options that are quicker on Taichung to Chiayi?
Yes. On the Taichung to Chiayi route, the shortest listed bus trips are from Zhonggang Bus Station to Chiayi Interchange at about 2 hours 23 minutes, and to Chiayi Transit Center at about 2 hours 24 minutes. Other bus departures take longer, up to about 3 hours 5 minutes.
Is charter service available for Taichung to Chiayi, and what does it use?
A charter service is listed for Taichung to Chiayi. It departs from Taichung Airport and arrives in Chiayi. The listed duration is about 1 hour 30 minutes, and the fare is 3,449 TWD. No scheduled departure times are provided.
If I want to book Taichung to Chiayi tickets, where should I look?
For Taichung to Chiayi bookings, TicketRoutes.com is the place to check. It shows the available transport options, fares, and route details in one place. This is useful when comparing the bus and train services listed for the route.
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