Facts about the transport from Taipei to Kaohsiung
| Cheapest Transport | $19 |
| Fastest Transport | 4h 20m |
| Earliest Departure | 6:00 AM |
| Latest Departure | 6:00 PM |
| Departures per day | 1 |
| Distance | 342 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | China Airlines, THSR Pass, Ubus |
Taipei to Kaohsiung
Best Options
$87
$87
Other Options
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Price
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1Transportation from Taipei to Kaohsiung
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Trains$ 86.55
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Buses$ 18.21
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Flights$ 225.07
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Ferries are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available
Popular Routes
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Popular Routes in Taiwan
How to get from Taipei to Kaohsiung
Travelling between Taipei and Kaohsiung is possible by Flight, bus and train. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 86.55 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 86.55.
How long does it take to get from Taipei to Kaohsiung?
It can take you anywhere between 5 and 7 hours to travel between Taipei and Kaohsiung depending on the means of transport you choose.
Flight is the fastest way to travel between Taipei and Kaohsiung. Flight will bring you to your destination in 4h 20m. Train does a much slower job and take about 6h 50m to reach Kaohsiung.
How much does it cost to get from Taipei to Kaohsiung?
Travelling between Taipei and Kaohsiung can be as cheap as USD 86.55 if you opt for a THSR Pass train and as expensive as USD 86.55 if you buy a THSR Pass Train 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 Taipei and Kaohsiung ?
- 1 from Taipei to Kaohsiung starting from 06:00 Taipei until 06:00 Taipei
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Taipei to Kaohsiung.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Taipei to Kaohsiung 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 Taipei and Kaohsiung
Ubus
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 Taipei to Kaohsiung?
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
- 100% opted for a bus