Facts about the transport from Taichung to Tainan
| Cheapest Transport | $11 |
| Fastest Transport | 1h 35m |
| Earliest Departure | 5:30 AM |
| Latest Departure | 9:46 PM |
| Departures per day | 3 |
| Distance | 80 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | HK Express, Taiwan Railway R |
Taichung to Tainan
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Taichung to Tainan, Train #833 Standard Seat, Taiwan High Speed Rail (Taiwan High Speed Rail ), Jan 25, 2026
Taichung to Tainan Schedule
| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus | Ubus | VIP Bus | 05:40 | 09:47 | $7.87 | |
Bus | Ubus | VIP Bus | 06:40 | 10:47 | $7.87 | |
Bus | Ubus | VIP Bus | 07:18 | 10:20 | $6.86 | |
Bus | Ubus | VIP Bus | 07:48 | 11:51 | $10.23 | |
Train | Taiwan High Speed Rail | Standard Seat | 08:17 | 09:13 | $17.32 | |
Train | Taiwan Railway R | Regular Car | 08:40 | 10:22 | $15.33 | |
Bus | Ubus | VIP Bus | 08:58 | 13:03 | $9.41 | |
Train | Taiwan High Speed Rail | Standard Seat | 09:17 | 10:13 | $17.32 | |
Train | Taiwan High Speed Rail | Standard Seat | 09:47 | 10:43 | $17.32 | |
Train | Taiwan High Speed Rail | Standard Seat | 10:17 | 11:13 | $17.32 | |
Bus | Ubus | VIP Bus | 10:43 | 14:50 | $7.87 | |
Train | Taiwan High Speed Rail | Standard Seat | 11:17 | 12:13 | $17.32 | |
Train | Taiwan High Speed Rail | Standard Seat | 11:47 | 12:43 | $17.32 | |
Train | Taiwan High Speed Rail | Standard Seat | 12:17 | 13:13 | $17.32 | |
Bus | Ubus | VIP Bus | 12:43 | 16:50 | $7.87 | |
Bus | Ubus | VIP Bus | 13:25 | 17:32 | $7.87 | |
Bus | Ubus | VIP Bus | 13:48 | 16:50 | $6.86 | |
Train | Taiwan High Speed Rail | Standard Seat | 14:17 | 15:13 | $17.32 | |
Train | Taiwan High Speed Rail | Standard Seat | 14:47 | 15:43 | $17.32 | |
Bus | Ubus | VIP Bus | 15:13 | 19:20 | $7.87 |
How to get from Taichung to Tainan
Travelling between Taichung and Tainan is possible by Flight, bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 224.59 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a flight which will set you back mere USD 223.37.
How long does it take to get from Taichung to Tainan?
It can take you anywhere between 2 and 25 hours to travel between Taichung and Tainan depending on the means of transport you choose.
Train is the fastest way to travel between Taichung and Tainan. Train will bring you to your destination in 1h 35m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 1d 40m to reach Tainan.
How much does it cost to get from Taichung to Tainan?
Travelling between Taichung and Tainan can be as cheap as USD 223.37 if you opt for a HK Express flight and as expensive as USD 224.59 if you buy a HK Express flight 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 Taichung and Tainan ?
- 3 by flight from Taichung to Tainan starting from 13:35 Taichung City Airport until 13:35 Taichung City Airport
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Taichung to Tainan.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Taichung to Tainan 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 Taichung and Tainan
Ubus (Ubus TW)
Train
Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.
What is the most popular transport to get from Taichung to Tainan?
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
- 72% opted for a bus
- 28% took a train
Transportation from Taichung to Tainan
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Trains$ 16.88
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Buses$ 10.83
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Flights$ 223.37
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Ferries are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available