Chiayi to Alishan

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Chiayi to Alishan Destination Reviews

David

Driver scans the QR code on his phone The bus can get very busy People with reserved seats go first then everyone else Very careful drivers

Chiayi to Alishan, Bus Round Trip, Alishan Bus, Feb 10, 2026

Teresa L

Bus on time.. winding road so if you get motion sickness, you might want to take some medication

Chiayi to Alishan, Bus Round Trip, Alishan Bus, Feb 1, 2026

4.4

7 customer reviews

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Chiayi to Alishan Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Bus	Alishan Bus	Round Trip	06:05	08:40	$13.40	4.0
Bus	Fontrip API	Round Trip	06:05	08:40	$13.40
Bus	Alishan Bus	Round Trip	07:10	09:40	$13.40	4.0
Bus	Fontrip API	Round Trip	07:10	09:40	$13.40
Bus	Alishan Bus	Round Trip	08:10	10:40	$13.40	4.0
Bus	Alishan Bus	Round Trip	08:40	11:10	$13.40	4.0
Bus	Alishan Bus	Round Trip	09:10	11:40	$13.40	4.0
Bus	Alishan Bus	Round Trip	09:30	12:00	$13.40
Bus	Fontrip API	Round Trip	09:30	12:00	$13.40
Bus	Alishan Bus	Round Trip	09:40	12:40	$13.40	4.0
Bus	Fontrip API	Round Trip	09:40	12:40	$13.40
Bus	Alishan Bus	Round Trip	10:10	12:40	$13.40	4.0
Bus	Alishan Bus	Round Trip	11:00	14:00	$13.40
Bus	Fontrip API	Round Trip	11:00	14:00	$13.40
Bus	Alishan Bus	Round Trip	11:10	13:40	$13.40	4.0
Bus	Alishan Bus	Round Trip	12:10	15:10	$13.40	4.0
Bus	Alishan Bus	Round Trip	13:10	15:40	$13.40
Bus	Alishan Bus	Round Trip	14:10	16:40	$13.40	4.0

How to get from Chiayi to Alishan

Travelling between Chiayi and Alishan is possible by Bus and taxi. Bus guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 116.82 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 14.61.

How long does it take to get from Chiayi to Alishan?

It can take you anywhere between 3 and 3 hours to travel between Chiayi and Alishan depending on the means of transport you choose.

Bus is the fastest way to travel between Chiayi and Alishan. Bus will bring you to your destination in 2h 30m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 3h to reach Alishan.

How much does it cost to get from Chiayi to Alishan?

Travelling between Chiayi and Alishan can be as cheap as USD 14.61 if you opt for a Fontrip API bus and as expensive as USD 116.82 if you buy a Tripool taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Chiayi and Alishan ?

13 from Chiayi to Alishan starting from 06:05 Chiayi Railway Station until 14:10 Chiayi Railway Station
3 from Chiayi to Alishan starting from 00:00 ChiaYi City Center until 00:00 ChiaYi City Center

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Chiayi to Alishan.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Chiayi to Alishan overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Chiayi and Alishan

Alishan Bus, Fontrip API

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Chiayi and Alishan

Tripool

What is the most popular transport to get from Chiayi to Alishan?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

99% opted for a bus
1% Other

Transportation from Chiayi to Alishan

Buses

$ 14.60
Taxis

$ 93.06
Trains are not available
Ferries are not available
Flights are not available
Vans are not available

Facts about the transport from Chiayi to Alishan

Cheapest Transport	$15
Fastest Transport	2h 30m
Earliest Departure	6:05 AM
Latest Departure	2:10 PM
Departures per day	16
Distance	125 kilometers
Transport Companies	Alishan Bus, Tripool