Travel Taichung to Hsinchu

Taichung to Hsinchu

      This page brings together every main way to get from Taichung to Hsinchu, showing when each service runs, how long the trip takes and the typical cost.

      Travel options for Taichung to Hsinchu

      Starting at Taichung, travel affordably by a bus for 203 TWD, and reach Hsinchu faster by train in 32 minutes.

      Bus from Taichung to Hsinchu

      From Taichung, buses leave regularly from Zhongshan station, Taichung, Chaoma Station, Taichung or Taichung Station, with the day’s first departure at 05:10, and will take you to Hsinchu Science Park Station. Travel time is around 2 hours 24 minutes with fares beginning at 203 TWD. Plan ahead and secure your spot reserve your seat to Hsinchu.

      Prices: 203 TWD

      Duration: 2h 24m – 2h 25m ⏱

      Journey with bus from Taichung to Hsinchu in 2h 24m

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      Train from Taichung to Hsinchu

      Hop on a train departing from Taichung HSR, Taichung TRA or Dajia, Taichung for a cheap journey between Taichung and Hsinchu, arriving at Hsinchu HSR or Hsinchu TRA. Expect the ride to take approximately 32 minutes, with fares starting at 219 TWD. Make sure to reserve your seat in advance here for a enjoyable trip.

      Prices: 219 TWD

      Duration: 32m – 1h 16m ⏱

      Go with train from Taichung to Hsinchu in 0h 32m Take train from Taichung to Hsinchu for 219 TWD

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      Combined from Taichung to Hsinchu

      Combined transport services provide a way to travel between Taichung and Hsinchu, departing from RMQ Taichung City Airport and arriving at TPE Taoyuan Airport, Taipei. This journey typically takes around 13 hours 10 minutes, and tickets are priced at 8,567 TWD. Check available options and secure your journey here.

      Prices: 8,567 TWD

      Duration: 13h 10m – 23h 50m ⏱

      Travel with combined from Taichung to Hsinchu for 8567 TWD Choose combined from Taichung to Hsinchu for 8567 TWD Ride with combined from Taichung to Hsinchu in 13h 10m

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      Distance Taichung to Hsinchu

      The distance between Taichung and Hsinchu is 78.6 kilometers.

      Taichung to Hsinchu Transportation Comparison

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

      Bus
      Train
      Combined
      Average price
      229 TWD
      336 TWD
      9,416 TWD
      Cheapest price
      203 TWD
      219 TWD
      8,567 TWD
      Average duration
      2h 24m
      0h 47m
      17h 26m
      Minimum duration
      2h 24m
      0h 32m
      13h 10m
      Number of departures
      29
      61
      3
      Tickets

      Bus Routes & Schedules from Taichung to Hsinchu

      - Reach Hsinchu Science Park Station by boarding the bus at Zhongshan station, Taichung, traveling roughly 2h 24m. Fares start at 245 TWD, and services operate from 07:20 until 18:20.
      - Board the bus at Chaoma Station, Taichung and spend approximately 2h 24m on the road, arriving at Hsinchu Science Park Station. The bus operates from 05:40 until 20:40 with fares from 203 TWD.
      - From the station at Taichung Station, buses depart toward Hsinchu Science Park Station, taking around 2h 25m for the trip. Services run from 05:10 until 20:10, and tickets start at 245 TWD.

      Departure stations
      Zhongshan station, Taichung
      Chaoma Station, Taichung
      Taichung Station
      Arrival stations
      Hsinchu Science Park Station

      Bus Timetable: Chaoma Station, Taichung → Hsinchu Science Park Station

      • 05:40 08:04 2h 24m 203 TWD
      • 06:40 09:04 2h 24m 203 TWD
      • 07:05 09:29 2h 24m 203 TWD
      • 07:40 10:04 2h 24m 203 TWD
      • 08:40 11:04 2h 24m 203 TWD
      • 10:40 13:04 2h 24m 203 TWD
      • 12:40 15:04 2h 24m 203 TWD
      • 14:40 17:04 2h 24m 203 TWD
      • 16:40 19:04 2h 24m 203 TWD
      • 18:40 21:04 2h 24m 203 TWD
      • 20:40 23:04 2h 24m 203 TWD

      Bus Timetable: Taichung Station → Hsinchu Science Park Station

      • 05:10 07:35 2h 25m 245 TWD
      • 06:10 08:35 2h 25m 245 TWD
      • 06:35 09:00 2h 25m 245 TWD
      • 07:10 09:35 2h 25m 245 TWD
      • 08:10 10:35 2h 25m 245 TWD
      • 10:10 12:35 2h 25m 245 TWD
      • 12:10 14:35 2h 25m 245 TWD
      • 14:10 16:35 2h 25m 245 TWD
      • 16:10 18:35 2h 25m 245 TWD
      • 18:10 20:35 2h 25m 245 TWD
      • 20:10 22:35 2h 25m 245 TWD

      Bus Timetable: Zhongshan station, Taichung → Hsinchu Science Park Station

      • 07:20 09:44 2h 24m 245 TWD
      • 08:20 10:44 2h 24m 245 TWD
      • 10:20 12:44 2h 24m 245 TWD
      • 12:20 14:44 2h 24m 245 TWD
      • 14:20 16:44 2h 24m 245 TWD
      • 16:20 18:44 2h 24m 245 TWD
      • 18:20 20:44 2h 24m 245 TWD

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      Train Routes & Schedules from Taichung to Hsinchu

      - From Taichung HSR, the train will take you to Hsinchu HSR in about 1h 2m to 1h 16m. With departures from 07:26 until 22:41, fares start at 362 TWD.
      - Travel from Taichung TRA to Hsinchu TRA by train, a trip that lasts about 1h 2m to 1h 10m. Departures occur from 05:56 until 21:43 with fares starting at 333 TWD.
      - From Dajia, Taichung, embark on a train trip to Hsinchu TRA, lasting around 1h 3m to 1h 16m. Departures are scheduled from 07:20 until 20:08 with fares starting at 219 to 284 TWD.

      Departure stations
      Taichung HSR
      Taichung TRA
      Dajia, Taichung
      Arrival stations
      Hsinchu HSR
      Hsinchu TRA

      Train Timetable: Dajia, Taichung → Hsinchu TRA

      • 07:20 08:17 57m 284 TWD
      • 09:45 10:51 1h 6m 284 TWD
      • 11:59 13:07 1h 8m 219 TWD
      • 13:16 14:11 55m 284 TWD
      • 14:45 15:54 1h 9m 219 TWD
      • 16:32 17:37 1h 5m 284 TWD
      • 18:03 19:19 1h 16m 219 TWD
      • 18:43 19:46 1h 3m 284 TWD
      • 20:08 21:04 56m 284 TWD

      Train Timetable: Taichung HSR → Hsinchu HSR

      • 07:26 07:58 32m 362 TWD
      • 07:56 08:28 32m 362 TWD
      • 08:36 09:08 32m 362 TWD
      • 09:06 09:38 32m 362 TWD
      • 09:36 10:08 32m 362 TWD
      • 10:06 10:38 32m 362 TWD
      • 10:36 11:08 32m 362 TWD
      • 11:06 11:38 32m 362 TWD
      • 11:36 12:08 32m 362 TWD
      • 12:06 12:38 32m 362 TWD
      • 12:36 13:08 32m 362 TWD
      • 13:06 13:38 32m 362 TWD
      • 13:36 14:08 32m 362 TWD
      • 14:06 14:38 32m 362 TWD
      • 14:36 15:08 32m 362 TWD
      • 15:06 15:38 32m 362 TWD
      • 15:36 16:08 32m 362 TWD
      • 16:06 16:38 32m 362 TWD
      • 16:36 17:08 32m 362 TWD
      • 17:06 17:38 32m 362 TWD
      • 18:11 18:43 32m 362 TWD
      • 18:41 19:13 32m 362 TWD
      • 19:11 19:43 32m 362 TWD
      • 19:36 20:08 32m 362 TWD
      • 20:36 21:08 32m 362 TWD
      • 21:06 21:38 32m 362 TWD
      • 21:36 22:08 32m 362 TWD
      • 22:06 22:38 32m 362 TWD
      • 22:41 23:13 32m 362 TWD

      Train Timetable: Taichung TRA → Hsinchu TRA

      • 05:56 07:01 1h 5m 333 TWD
      • 06:31 07:28 57m 333 TWD
      • 07:24 08:33 1h 9m 333 TWD
      • 08:48 09:57 1h 9m 333 TWD
      • 10:00 10:46 46m 333 TWD
      • 10:45 11:49 1h 4m 333 TWD
      • 11:48 12:45 57m 333 TWD
      • 12:45 13:49 1h 4m 333 TWD
      • 13:45 14:49 1h 4m 333 TWD
      • 13:56 14:58 1h 2m 333 TWD
      • 14:45 15:48 1h 3m 333 TWD
      • 15:27 16:31 1h 4m 333 TWD
      • 16:05 17:07 1h 2m 333 TWD
      • 16:26 17:15 49m 333 TWD
      • 17:18 18:28 1h 10m 333 TWD
      • 17:37 18:44 1h 7m 333 TWD
      • 18:11 19:14 1h 3m 333 TWD
      • 18:53 19:56 1h 3m 333 TWD
      • 19:24 20:16 52m 333 TWD
      • 19:42 20:45 1h 3m 333 TWD
      • 20:18 21:13 55m 333 TWD
      • 21:02 22:06 1h 4m 333 TWD
      • 21:43 22:46 1h 3m 333 TWD

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      Combined Routes & Schedules from Taichung to Hsinchu

      Start your journey at RMQ Taichung City Airport on a mixed transport ride, heading to TPE Taoyuan Airport, Taipei. The trip typically lasts 13h 10m to 23h 50m, with departures scheduled from 07:05 until 20:35 and fares from 8,567 to 9,976 TWD. For exact options, check the timetable for travel between Taichung and Hsinchu.

      Departure stations
      RMQ Taichung City Airport
      Arrival stations
      TPE Taoyuan Airport, Taipei

      Combined Timetable: RMQ Taichung City Airport → TPE Taoyuan Airport, Taipei

      • 07:05 22:25 15h 20m 8567 TWD
      • 09:15 22:25 13h 10m 9976 TWD
      • 20:35 20:25 23h 50m 9706 TWD

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      Frequently Asked Questions Taichung to Hsinchu

      Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Taichung to Hsinchu.

      How long does the Taichung to Hsinchu trip usually take?

      It depends on the transport you choose. The train is the quickest at about 1 hour 2 minutes to 1 hour 16 minutes, while the bus takes about 2 hours 24 minutes to 2 hours 25 minutes. The combined option listed is much longer, ranging from about 13 to 24 hours.

      What is the cheapest way to travel from Taichung to Hsinchu?

      The bus is the cheapest option on this route, with fares from 203 TWD to 245 TWD. Train tickets are higher, starting at 219 TWD and going up to 362 TWD. The combined option is far more expensive and not a budget choice.

      Which transport is fastest for Taichung to Hsinchu?

      The train is the fastest practical option for Taichung to Hsinchu. Its shortest trips take about 1 hour 2 minutes, and the longer listed train trips are still under 1 hour 20 minutes. Bus journeys are noticeably longer at about 2 hours 24 minutes to 2 hours 25 minutes.

      Where do Taichung to Hsinchu buses leave from and arrive?

      Buses depart from Zhongshan station, Taichung, Chaoma Station, Taichung, or Taichung Station. They arrive at Hsinchu Science Park Station. The listed bus trip times are very similar across these departure points, with only a one-minute difference on one pairing.

      Which train stations are used on the Taichung to Hsinchu route?

      Train services use Taichung HSR, Taichung TRA, and Dajia, Taichung as departure points. Arrivals are at Hsinchu HSR or Hsinchu TRA. The only pair with a clearly stated duration is Taichung TRA to Hsinchu TRA, at about 1 hour 2 minutes to 1 hour 10 minutes.

      How much should I expect to pay for Taichung to Hsinchu overall?

      For the common bus and train options, fares run from 203 TWD up to 362 TWD. Buses are the lowest-priced, while trains cost a bit more depending on the service. The combined option is much higher, at 8,567 TWD to 9,976 TWD.

      When is the first and last Taichung to Hsinchu departure?

      The earliest bus leaves at 05:10, and the latest bus leaves at 20:40. For trains, the first departure is 05:56 and the last is 22:41. The combined option runs from 07:05 to 20:35.

      How often do Taichung to Hsinchu services run?

      The context does not give a fixed frequency in minutes for any transport type. What is available is the number of trips: 29 bus trips, 61 train trips, and 3 combined trips. That suggests trains are the most frequent listed option.

      Why does the Taichung to Hsinchu travel time vary so much?

      The variation comes from the transport type and the specific station pair. Bus times are almost fixed, while train times differ by route, such as Taichung TRA to Hsinchu TRA versus Dajia, Taichung to Hsinchu TRA. The combined option varies the most.

      Is there a big difference between Taichung HSR and Taichung TRA for Hsinchu trips?

      Yes, the stations are different and the listed durations are not the same. Taichung TRA to Hsinchu TRA is shown at about 1 hour 2 minutes to 1 hour 10 minutes. The Taichung HSR to Hsinchu HSR pairing is listed, but no duration is provided.

      Where should I book Taichung to Hsinchu tickets?

      For reservations, TicketRoutes.com is the booking reference provided for this route. It lists the Taichung to Hsinchu options and the available departure and arrival points. The route page is https://search.ticketroutes.com/en/travel/taichung/hsinchu.

      What is the most practical Taichung to Hsinchu option if I want a simple station-to-station trip?

      The bus and train both offer direct station-to-station services on this route. Buses go from Taichung city stops to Hsinchu Science Park Station, while trains connect Taichung HSR, Taichung TRA, or Dajia with Hsinchu HSR or Hsinchu TRA. The train is faster, while the bus is cheaper.


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