What is the cheapest way to get from Hsinchu to Tainan?

The cheapest way to get from Hsinchu to Tainan is to train which costs $12 - $19 and takes 2h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hsinchu to Tainan?

The fastest way to get from Hsinchu to Tainan is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs $12 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between Hsinchu and Tainan?

No, there is no direct bus from Hsinchu station to Tainan. However, there are services departing from Hsinchu Station and arriving at Tainan via Taichung Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Hsinchu and Tainan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 新竹 and arriving at 臺南. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Hsinchu to Tainan?

The distance between Hsinchu and Tainan is 247 km. The road distance is 233.7 km.

How do I travel from Hsinchu to Tainan without a car?

The best way to get from Hsinchu to Tainan without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs $12 - $19.

How long does it take to get from Hsinchu to Tainan?

The train from 新竹 to 臺南 takes 2h 19m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Hsinchu to Tainan bus from?

Hsinchu to Tainan bus services, operated by U Bus, depart from Hsinchu Station.

Where do I catch the Hsinchu to Tainan train from?

Hsinchu to Tainan train services, operated by Taiwan Railway, depart from 新竹 station.

Train or bus from Hsinchu to Tainan?

The best way to get from Hsinchu to Tainan is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs $12 - $19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $12 - $19 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Hsinchu to Tainan bus arrive?

Hsinchu to Tainan bus services, operated by U Bus, arrive at Taichung Hero House station.

Where does the Hsinchu to Tainan train arrive?

Hsinchu to Tainan train services, operated by Taiwan Railway, arrive at 臺南 station.

Can I drive from Hsinchu to Tainan?

Yes, the driving distance between Hsinchu to Tainan is 234 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Hsinchu to Tainan.

Where can I stay near Tainan?

There are 783+ hotels available in Tainan.

Hsinchu to Tainan - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Hsinchu to Tainan by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from 新竹 to 臺南山線 / ...
2h 19m
$12–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hsinchu Station to Taichung Hero House1620
2. Take the bus from Taichung Station to Tainan1871
4h 30m
$12–18
Drive 233.7 km
1. Drive from Hsinchu to Tainan233.7 km
2h 31m
$22–32
Train to Taichung Airport, fly
1. Take the train from 新竹 to 沙鹿
2. Fly from Taichung Airport (RMQ) to Tainan Airport (TNN)RMQ - TNN
5h 24m
$97–177
Train via 沙崙
1. Take the train from 新竹 to 台南臺灣高鐵線
2. Take the train from 沙崙 to 臺南非山線海線
2h 29m
$32–43
Train to Taipei Songshan Airport, fly
1. Take the train from 新竹 to 台北
2. Fly from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) to Tainan Airport (TNN)TSA - TNN
4h 35m
$112–222

Taichung Airport (RMQ) to Tainan Airport (TNN) flights

44Weekly Planes

3h 42mAverage Duration

$86Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Hsinchu to Tainan.

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Distance: 247.3 km
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Hsinchu, Taiwan and Tainan, Taiwan?

Taiwan Railway operates a train from 新竹 to 臺南 hourly. Tickets cost $12–19 and the journey takes 2h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hsinchu Station to Tainan via Taichung Hero House and Taichung Station in around 4h 30m.

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