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Tainan to Taoyuan City

      Tainan and Taoyuan City are linked through train, letting you compare schedules and fares in one place.

      Travel options for Tainan to Taoyuan City

      For a trip from Tainan to Taoyuan City, train is both the fastest and the most cost-effective choice at 764 TWD, taking just 1h y 39 minutes.

      Train from Tainan to Taoyuan City

      Board the train at Tainan HSR or Tainan TRA and head toward Taoyuan City, with a journey lasting about 1 hour 39 minutes. Fares start from 764 TWD, and your stop will be at Taoyuan HSR, Taoyuan City or Taoyuan TRA, Taoyuan City. See available seats and secure your ticket in advance.

      Prices: 764 TWD

      Duration: 1h 39m – 5h 46m ⏱

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      Distance Tainan to Taoyuan City

      The distance between Tainan and Taoyuan City is 249.8 kilometers.

      Tainan to Taoyuan City Transportation Comparison

      Compare transport options side by side using key travel metrics to find the best way to get from Tainan to Taoyuan City

      Train
      Average price
      1,015 TWD
      Cheapest price
      764 TWD
      Average duration
      2h 40m
      Minimum duration
      1h 39m
      Number of departures
      55
      Tickets

      Train Routes & Schedules from Tainan to Taoyuan City

      - Reach Taoyuan HSR, Taoyuan City by boarding the train at Tainan HSR, traveling roughly 1h 39m. Fares start at 1,060 TWD, and rail services operate from 06:31 until 21:46.
      - From Tainan TRA, you’ll board a train that travels for about 2h 44m to 5h 46m before reaching Taoyuan TRA, Taoyuan City. Departures are from 06:43 until 19:45, and fares start at 764 to 991 TWD.

      Departure stations
      Tainan HSR
      Tainan TRA
      Arrival stations
      Taoyuan HSR, Taoyuan City
      Taoyuan TRA, Taoyuan City

      Train Timetable: Tainan HSR → Taoyuan HSR, Taoyuan City

      • 06:31 08:10 1h 39m 1060 TWD
      • 07:01 08:40 1h 39m 1060 TWD
      • 07:41 09:20 1h 39m 1060 TWD
      • 08:11 09:50 1h 39m 1060 TWD
      • 08:41 10:20 1h 39m 1060 TWD
      • 09:11 10:50 1h 39m 1060 TWD
      • 09:41 11:20 1h 39m 1060 TWD
      • 10:11 11:50 1h 39m 1060 TWD
      • 10:41 12:20 1h 39m 1060 TWD
      • 11:11 12:50 1h 39m 1060 TWD
      • 11:41 13:20 1h 39m 1060 TWD
      • 12:11 13:50 1h 39m 1060 TWD
      • 12:41 14:20 1h 39m 1060 TWD
      • 13:11 14:50 1h 39m 1060 TWD
      • 13:41 15:20 1h 39m 1060 TWD
      • 14:11 15:50 1h 39m 1060 TWD
      • 14:41 16:20 1h 39m 1060 TWD
      • 15:11 16:50 1h 39m 1060 TWD
      • 15:41 17:20 1h 39m 1060 TWD
      • 16:11 17:50 1h 39m 1060 TWD
      • 17:16 18:55 1h 39m 1060 TWD
      • 17:46 19:25 1h 39m 1060 TWD
      • 18:16 19:55 1h 39m 1060 TWD
      • 18:41 20:20 1h 39m 1060 TWD
      • 19:41 21:20 1h 39m 1060 TWD
      • 20:11 21:50 1h 39m 1060 TWD
      • 20:41 22:20 1h 39m 1060 TWD
      • 21:11 22:50 1h 39m 1060 TWD
      • 21:46 23:25 1h 39m 1060 TWD

      Train Timetable: Tainan TRA → Taoyuan TRA, Taoyuan City

      • 06:43 10:37 3h 54m 991 TWD
      • 07:30 11:32 4h 2m 991 TWD
      • 08:09 11:26 3h 17m 991 TWD
      • 08:44 12:29 3h 45m 991 TWD
      • 09:09 13:57 4h 48m 764 TWD
      • 09:57 13:21 3h 24m 991 TWD
      • 10:44 14:28 3h 44m 991 TWD
      • 11:09 14:49 3h 40m 991 TWD
      • 11:44 15:28 3h 44m 991 TWD
      • 12:00 16:39 4h 39m 764 TWD
      • 12:35 16:27 3h 52m 991 TWD
      • 13:29 17:16 3h 47m 991 TWD
      • 14:08 17:52 3h 44m 991 TWD
      • 14:20 18:22 4h 2m 991 TWD
      • 14:29 20:15 5h 46m 764 TWD
      • 15:08 19:08 4h 991 TWD
      • 15:54 18:38 2h 44m 991 TWD
      • 16:12 19:54 3h 42m 991 TWD
      • 16:29 19:58 3h 29m 991 TWD
      • 16:48 20:36 3h 48m 991 TWD
      • 17:35 21:25 3h 50m 991 TWD
      • 18:00 21:39 3h 39m 991 TWD
      • 18:24 21:50 3h 26m 991 TWD
      • 18:55 22:46 3h 51m 991 TWD
      • 19:16 22:11 2h 55m 991 TWD
      • 19:45 23:26 3h 41m 991 TWD

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      Frequently Asked Questions Tainan to Taoyuan City

      Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tainan to Taoyuan City.

      How long does the Tainan to Taoyuan City trip usually take?

      The travel time on the Tainan to Taoyuan City route depends on the train service and station pair. The fastest option takes about 1 hour 39 minutes, while other train journeys can take between about 2 hours 44 minutes and 5 hours 46 minutes.

      What is the cheapest way to travel from Tainan to Taoyuan City?

      The cheapest available option on the Tainan to Taoyuan City route is train travel, with fares starting at 764 TWD. Prices can go up to 1,060 TWD depending on the service and the specific station pair used.

      How much does a Tainan to Taoyuan City train ticket cost overall?

      Train tickets for Tainan to Taoyuan City cost between 764 TWD and 1,060 TWD. The exact fare depends on whether you travel from Tainan HSR or Tainan TRA and which Taoyuan station you arrive at.

      Which train option is the fastest on the Tainan to Taoyuan City route?

      The fastest train option is from Tainan HSR to Taoyuan HSR, Taoyuan City. That trip takes 99 minutes, which is about 1 hour 39 minutes, and it is much quicker than the Tainan TRA to Taoyuan TRA option.

      Where do trains leave from and arrive at on the Tainan to Taoyuan City route?

      Trains on the Tainan to Taoyuan City route depart from Tainan HSR or Tainan TRA. They arrive at Taoyuan HSR, Taoyuan City, or Taoyuan TRA, Taoyuan City, depending on the service you choose.

      How often do trains run from Tainan to Taoyuan City?

      The schedule lists 55 train trips on the Tainan to Taoyuan City route, but no exact frequency in minutes is provided. That means the service is fairly frequent across the day, though the spacing between departures is not specified here.

      What are the first and last train departures from Tainan to Taoyuan City?

      The first train departure on the Tainan to Taoyuan City route is at 06:31, and the last departure is at 21:46. These times apply to the train services listed in the schedule.

      Why does the Tainan to Taoyuan City trip take different amounts of time?

      The duration changes because there are different train station pairs on this route. The Tainan HSR to Taoyuan HSR trip takes 99 minutes, while the Tainan TRA to Taoyuan TRA trip can take between 164 and 346 minutes.

      Which stations should I look for when planning Tainan to Taoyuan City by train?

      For Tainan to Taoyuan City, the departure stations are Tainan HSR and Tainan TRA. The arrival stations are Taoyuan HSR, Taoyuan City, and Taoyuan TRA, Taoyuan City, so the exact station depends on the train service.

      How different are the two train options on Tainan to Taoyuan City?

      The HSR pair is the quicker option, taking 99 minutes from Tainan HSR to Taoyuan HSR, Taoyuan City. The TRA pair runs from Tainan TRA to Taoyuan TRA, Taoyuan City and takes between 164 and 346 minutes, with fares still within the same 764 TWD to 1,060 TWD range.

      If I want to book Tainan to Taoyuan City tickets, where should I look?

      For Tainan to Taoyuan City reservations, TicketRoutes.com is the place to check. It lists the available train services, fares, and departure times for this route in one place.

      Is there a wide range of travel times on the Tainan to Taoyuan City route?

      Yes, the Tainan to Taoyuan City route has a noticeable spread in train durations. The quickest trip is 99 minutes, while the slower train option can take up to 346 minutes, so the chosen station pair makes a big difference.

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