Facts about the transport from Taipei to Chiayi
| Cheapest Transport | $14 |
| Fastest Transport | 3h 50m |
| Earliest Departure | 6:00 AM |
| Latest Departure | 7:30 PM |
| Departures per day | 4 |
| Distance | 192 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | THSR Pass, Ubus |
Taipei to Chiayi
Best Options
$68
$111
Other Options
Transportation from Taipei to Chiayi
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Trains$ 67.48
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Buses$ 13.50
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available
Popular Routes
From Taipei
To Taipei
From Chiayi
Popular Routes in Taiwan
How to get from Taipei to Chiayi
Travelling between Taipei and Chiayi is possible by Bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 110.42 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 67.48.
How long does it take to get from Taipei to Chiayi?
It can take you anywhere between 4 and 4 hours to travel between Taipei and Chiayi depending on the means of transport you choose.
Train is the fastest way to travel between Taipei and Chiayi. Train will bring you to your destination in 3h 50m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 4h to reach Chiayi.
How much does it cost to get from Taipei to Chiayi?
Travelling between Taipei and Chiayi can be as cheap as USD 67.48 if you opt for a THSR Pass train and as expensive as USD 110.42 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 Chiayi ?
- 4 from Taipei to Chiayi starting from 06:00 Taipei until 06:00 Taipei
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Taipei to Chiayi.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Taipei to Chiayi 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 Chiayi
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 Chiayi?
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