How to get from Tainan to Taipei

Last updated on August 7th, 2022 at 12:52 pm

Today we will write how to get from Tainan to Taipei by train, bus and more options. Keep reading below to know the cheapest way from Tainan to Taipei, the fastest and most comfortable way for your next trip. 

Read here Instagrammable places in Taipei, Taiwan itinerary  and things to know before visiting Taiwan!

Read budget travel in Taiwan and Taiwan tourist spots.

Read here how to get from Kaohsiung to Taipei and how to get from Tainan to Taichung!

Read here hotels in Tainan and how to get from Taipei airport to city center.

BEST TIME TO VISIT TAIPEI

Taipei is located in North Taiwan so the weather is really nice it can be cold in January and February. In Taipei and the weather it’s not so hot like Tainan and Kaohsiung. The best time to visit Taipei is from November to April when the weather is dry and not so hot the temperature.

November to April: The weather is dry and temperature is not so hot. The coldest months are January and February. May to October: The weather is so hot and it’s rainy season. The typhoon season is starting from July to September when is the most rainy season in Taiwan.

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How to get from Tainan to Taipei

HOW TO GET TO TAINAN FROM TAIPEI BY BUS

If you want to get to Tainan from Taipei by bus. Prices are around 450-600 TWD for 4-5 hours journey. The bus stations are close to city center in Tainan and Taipei. So if you go on a budget it can be the best option. There is WIFI that will allow you to catch up with work or just watching a movie.

HOW TO GET TO TAINAN FROM TAIPEI BY TRAIN

Tainan to Taipei High Speed Train

If you want to get to Tainan from Taipei by train. The high speed train can costs around 1400 TWD for 1 hour 45 minutes. And High Speed station are usually outside city center. So you will have to get a train to get to the city center in Tainan and Taipei. But no worries the communication is great.

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Tainan to Taipei Taiwan Railways

If you want to get from Tainan to Taipei by train. Taiwan Railways will cost you around 600 TWD for 4 hours journey. As we mentioned before Taiwan Railways station are usually close to city center. So you will be able to go walking distance or a bus ride to your accommodation in Tainan and Taipei.

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HOW TO GET FROM HIGH SPEED TO TAINAN CITY CENTER

If you want to get to Tainan City center from High Speed Train Station. There are a few ways. There is a free shuttle going to city center. You can go by train for 25 TWD. If you prefer comfort you can go by taxi around 400 TWD.

If you want to get to Tainan city center from Bus Station and Taiwan Railways to city center is only 2 kilometers distance. It can be around 100 TWD by taxi. And you can get by bus 20 TWD. You can use Easy Card for getting around Tainan by bus as we did in our trip. If you want to get around by bus in Tainan bus frequency is around 30 minutes. So be ready to wait for it!

HOW TO GET FROM TAINAN TO TAIPEI BY CAR

If you want to get from Tainan to Taipei by private transportation will be the most comfortable way. There are 320 kilometers and it can take 3 hours and a half driving by car. This option is great if you are renting a car or if you are renting a van traveling in a group.

WHERE TO STAY IN TAIPEI

For accommodation, you can find accommodation prices starting from $20-30 USD depending on how much you want to stretch your budget. Until luxury hotels in Taipei that can cost $100-300 USD for a room if you wish more comfort when visiting Taipei. Click here to get the best deals via Booking and Agoda.

You can also try AirBnB in Taipei with prices starting from $20 USD. Click here to get $30 USD off your first booking with AirBnB!

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