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Trains from New Taipei

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New Taipei
Kaohsiung

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Morning trains

06:34
New TaipeiBanQiao
2h 6m
08:40
KaohsiungZuoYing
Direct
THSR 0803
from
83 USD
1
2h 6m, Direct
06:34
New TaipeiBanQiao
08:40
KaohsiungZuoYing
from
83 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
06:38
New TaipeiBanQiao
1h 37m
08:15
KaohsiungZuoYing
Direct
THSR 0203
from
83 USD
1
1h 37m, Direct
06:38
New TaipeiBanQiao
08:15
KaohsiungZuoYing
from
83 USD
1
Direct
High-speed

Day trains

12:19
New TaipeiBanQiao
2h 6m
14:25
KaohsiungZuoYing
Direct
THSR 0825
from
83 USD
1
2h 6m, Direct
12:19
New TaipeiBanQiao
14:25
KaohsiungZuoYing
from
83 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
12:29
New TaipeiBanQiao
1h 51m
14:20
KaohsiungZuoYing
Direct
THSR 0637
from
83 USD
1
1h 51m, Direct
12:29
New TaipeiBanQiao
14:20
KaohsiungZuoYing
from
83 USD
1
Direct
High-speed

Evening trains

18:19
New TaipeiBanQiao
2h 6m
20:25
KaohsiungZuoYing
Direct
THSR 0849
from
83 USD
1
2h 6m, Direct
18:19
New TaipeiBanQiao
20:25
KaohsiungZuoYing
from
83 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
18:29
New TaipeiBanQiao
1h 51m
20:20
KaohsiungZuoYing
Direct
THSR 0673
from
83 USD
1
1h 51m, Direct
18:29
New TaipeiBanQiao
20:20
KaohsiungZuoYing
from
83 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
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First train

06:34
night

Last train

22:54
distance

Travel duration

1h 46m
daily-departure

Daily departures

66
departure-station

Departure station

New Taipei
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Changes

direct
arrival-station

Arrival station

Kaohsiung
ticket-price

Ticket price

from $47
fastest-s

Fastest trip

1h 26m
longest-s

Longest trip

2h 6m

Trains to New Taipei

Inbound trains reach New Taipei mainly at Banqiao Station, with Taiwan Railways services also arriving at Shulin, Xizhi, and Ruifang. Taiwan High Speed Rail trains from Taichung arrive at Banqiao in about 45m, while trains from Tainan reach Banqiao in around 1h30m to 1h40m. Services from Zuoying arrive in roughly 1h45m to 2h. From northern Taiwan, trains from Taoyuan reach Banqiao in around 12m by high-speed rail, and trains from Taipei reach Banqiao in about 10m. On the eastern side, Taiwan Railways trains from Hualien reach Banqiao in roughly 2h to 2h30m, with some services also serving Ruifang.

Visiting New Taipei

New Taipei is a major rail hub in northern Taiwan, wrapping around Taipei and linking the capital area with the island's western and eastern rail corridors. The city has several important passenger stations, with Banqiao Station serving as the main high-speed and intercity rail point. Taiwan High Speed Rail and Taiwan Railways both operate from New Taipei, giving travelers access to long-distance and regional train services. High-speed trains from New Taipei use Banqiao Station on the north-south high-speed corridor. Taiwan Railways services also call at Banqiao, Shulin, Xizhi, and Ruifang, supporting intercity trains, regional trains, and local services across northern Taiwan. Ruifang is especially important for the Yilan Line and the eastern coastal direction, while Shulin is a major rail stop on the western trunk line. Rail routes from New Taipei run south toward Taoyuan, Hsinchu, Taichung, Tainan, and Zuoying, east toward Yilan and Hualien, and north through the Taipei rail area. Train tickets from New Taipei are useful for both high-speed rail and Taiwan Railways departures at different New Taipei train station options. Book trains from and to New Taipei online at Rail Monsters.

Popular routes from New Taipei

From Banqiao Station, Taiwan High Speed Rail runs south on Taiwan's main high-speed corridor toward Taoyuan, Hsinchu, Taichung, Tainan, and Zuoying. This makes New Taipei a practical departure point for western Taiwan without starting at Taipei Main Station. Taiwan Railways also operates intercity and regional services from Banqiao and Shulin on the western trunk line. For the eastern corridor, Taiwan Railways services from New Taipei use stations such as Ruifang and Banqiao to reach Yilan, Luodong, Hualien, and other east coast destinations. Xizhi and Ruifang also support shorter regional movements across northern Taiwan, including the Keelung and Yilan directions.

New Taipei

New Taipei - A large municipality encircling Taipei City, featuring Banqiao as a major transport hub with shopping and cultural sites.

BanQiao

StationStation
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1h 46m

Kaohsiung

Kaohsiung - Taiwan's major southern port city, notable for the Love River, Pier-2 Art Center and large port facilities with Zuoying as the main high-speed rail station.

ZuoYing

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Booking New Taipei Train Tickets Online - Options, Tips, and Reservations

Types of Train Tickets Available
New Taipei services include regular tickets on Taiwan Railways local and express trains, reserved seating on many intercity services, and reserved seats on Taiwan High Speed Rail. Cheap tickets and discount tickets may appear for advance bookings to and from Taichung, Tainan, Zuoying, Hualien, Yilan, and other Taiwan destinations.
Tips for Online Reservations
Online reservation services through Rail Monsters accept New Taipei train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, useful around Lunar New Year, long weekends, and major Taiwan holiday periods. Train prices vary by operator and service type; ticket counters remain available at major stations such as Banqiao. With the Rail Monsters iOS and Android apps, you can book and manage train tickets on mobile.
Buying Train Tickets Online
Buy train tickets online for New Taipei with Rail Monsters by selecting departure dates, choosing Taiwan High Speed Rail or Taiwan Railways services, and completing an online reservation. Book your tickets for New Taipei train stations such as Banqiao, Shulin, Xizhi, and Ruifang, depending on your route and train type.

New Taipei Train Travel FAQ and Tips

What is the main train route from New Taipei?

The main long-distance route from New Taipei is the Taiwan High Speed Rail service from Banqiao to Zuoying, the high-speed rail station serving Kaohsiung, taking around 1h45m to 2h depending on the stopping pattern. Taiwan High Speed Rail operates this corridor with reserved seating. Banqiao also has Taiwan Railways services for conventional rail routes across northern and eastern Taiwan.

How do I buy train tickets to and from New Taipei?

Book train tickets to and from New Taipei on Rail Monsters by selecting your travel date, choosing Taiwan High Speed Rail or Taiwan Railways services, and completing the online reservation. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel for New Taipei services, useful for Lunar New Year and long weekends. Confirmation is sent by email with ticket details for the selected service.

Do high-speed trains serve New Taipei?

Yes. Taiwan High Speed Rail serves New Taipei at Banqiao Station on the north-south high-speed rail corridor. Trains connect Banqiao with major western Taiwan cities including Taoyuan, Hsinchu, Taichung, Tainan, and Zuoying. Taiwan Railways also serves New Taipei with intercity, express, regional, and local trains from Banqiao, Shulin, Xizhi, and Ruifang.

What are the main train stations in New Taipei?

Banqiao Station is New Taipei's main rail station for Taiwan High Speed Rail and Taiwan Railways intercity services. Shulin Station serves Taiwan Railways trains on the western trunk line. Xizhi Station is a Taiwan Railways stop on the eastern side of the city. Ruifang Station is the main New Taipei station for the Yilan Line and northeast Taiwan rail services.

Should I reserve seats on trains from New Taipei?

Taiwan High Speed Rail trains from Banqiao use reserved seating, with some services also offering non-reserved cars depending on the train and fare type. Taiwan Railways express and intercity trains often have reserved seats, while local trains use open seating. Reserve earlier for Lunar New Year, long weekends, and popular north-south departures from Banqiao.

What are the main train connections to and from New Taipei?

New Taipei connects from Banqiao to Taipei in around 10m, Taoyuan in around 12m by Taiwan High Speed Rail, Taichung in about 45m, Tainan in around 1h30m to 1h40m, and Zuoying in about 1h45m to 2h. Taiwan Railways trains link Banqiao or Ruifang with Yilan in around 1h30m to 2h and Hualien in roughly 2h to 2h30m.

Is there an airport rail connection in New Taipei?

Yes. The Taoyuan Airport rail line serves parts of New Taipei, including Sanchong and New Taipei Industrial Park, for travel between the city and Taoyuan International Airport. This airport rail service is separate from Taiwan High Speed Rail and Taiwan Railways intercity services. Travelers using long-distance trains often connect at Banqiao or Taipei before continuing to the airport rail line.

Can I buy New Taipei train tickets at the last minute?

Last-minute Taiwan Railways local tickets in New Taipei are often available on the day of travel, but reserved seats on Taiwan High Speed Rail from Banqiao can sell out during Lunar New Year, long weekends, and major holiday periods. Rail Monsters accepts New Taipei train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, so earlier booking is recommended for popular long-distance departures.
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THSR operates high speed passenger trains along Taiwan's western corridor.