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Trains to and from New Taipei - Info and Tickets

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Trains to and 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 Bullet Train 0803
from
7460 USD
1
2h 6m, Direct
06:34
New TaipeiBanQiao
08:40
KaohsiungZuoYing
from
7460 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
06:38
New TaipeiBanQiao
1h 37m
08:15
KaohsiungZuoYing
Direct
THSR Bullet Train 0203
from
7460 USD
1
1h 37m, Direct
06:38
New TaipeiBanQiao
08:15
KaohsiungZuoYing
from
7460 USD
1
Direct
High-speed

Day trains

12:19
New TaipeiBanQiao
2h 6m
14:25
KaohsiungZuoYing
Direct
THSR Bullet Train 0825
from
7460 USD
1
2h 6m, Direct
12:19
New TaipeiBanQiao
14:25
KaohsiungZuoYing
from
7460 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
12:29
New TaipeiBanQiao
1h 51m
14:20
KaohsiungZuoYing
Direct
THSR Bullet Train 0637
from
7460 USD
1
1h 51m, Direct
12:29
New TaipeiBanQiao
14:20
KaohsiungZuoYing
from
7460 USD
1
Direct
High-speed

Evening trains

18:19
New TaipeiBanQiao
2h 6m
20:25
KaohsiungZuoYing
Direct
THSR Bullet Train 0849
from
7460 USD
1
2h 6m, Direct
18:19
New TaipeiBanQiao
20:25
KaohsiungZuoYing
from
7460 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
18:29
New TaipeiBanQiao
1h 51m
20:20
KaohsiungZuoYing
Direct
THSR Bullet Train 0673
from
7460 USD
1
1h 51m, Direct
18:29
New TaipeiBanQiao
20:20
KaohsiungZuoYing
from
7460 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

67
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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 and from New Taipei

Inbound trains reach New Taipei mainly at Banqiao, with additional Taiwan Railways arrivals at Shulin, Xizhi, and Yingge. THSR trains from Taichung arrive at Banqiao in around 45 minutes. Services from Tainan reach Banqiao in about 1h35m to 1h50m, while trains from Zuoying arrive in roughly 1h40m to 2h depending on stopping pattern. Taiwan Railways trains from Taipei reach Banqiao in about 10 minutes, and services from Keelung arrive in around 50 minutes via the northern corridor. East coast trains from Hualien reach Banqiao in about 2h10m to 2h40m, depending on train type.

Visiting New Taipei

New Taipei is a major rail hub in northern Taiwan, surrounding Taipei and connecting the island's west coast corridor with regional lines into the northeast. The city's main intercity rail focus is Banqiao, where Taiwan High Speed Rail and Taiwan Railways share a major station. Taoyuan Metro airport rail also serves several New Taipei districts on the route between Taipei and Taoyuan International Airport. Trains from New Taipei include THSR high-speed services on the western trunk between northern, central, and southern Taiwan, Taiwan Railways intercity and regional trains through Banqiao and other city stations, and airport rail services on the Taoyuan Airport MRT line. Banqiao is the main train station for long-distance tickets, while Sanchong and New Taipei Industrial Park are important airport rail stops. Rail routes from New Taipei run south toward Taoyuan, Hsinchu, Taichung, Tainan, and Zuoying, east toward Yilan and Hualien on Taiwan Railways, and north toward Keelung through the Taipei rail corridor. Book trains from and to New Taipei online at Rail Monsters.

Popular routes from New Taipei

From Banqiao, Taiwan High Speed Rail runs south along Taiwan's western high-speed corridor toward Taoyuan, Hsinchu, Taichung, Chiayi, Tainan, and Zuoying. This makes New Taipei a practical boarding point for travelers staying west of central Taipei or connecting from other New Taipei districts. Taiwan Railways services from Banqiao and Shulin cover both local and longer intercity movements. Westbound trains follow the conventional trunk line toward Taoyuan and Hsinchu, while eastbound trains use the Taipei rail corridor toward Keelung, Yilan, and Hualien. Taoyuan Metro airport rail stations in New Taipei link the city with Taoyuan International Airport and Taipei Main Station.

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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Book Train Tickets to and from New Taipei Online - Options, Tips, and Reservations

Buying Train Tickets Online
Buy train tickets online for New Taipei with Rail Monsters by selecting departure dates, choosing THSR, Taiwan Railways, or Taoyuan Metro airport rail options, and completing an online reservation. Book your tickets for New Taipei train stations such as Banqiao, Shulin, Sanchong, and New Taipei Industrial Park, depending on the route.
Types of Train Tickets Available
New Taipei services include regular tickets for Taiwan Railways local and intercity trains, reserved seats on THSR services, and airport rail tickets on Taoyuan Metro where applicable. Cheap tickets and discount tickets may appear on selected advance options to and from Banqiao, Taichung, Tainan, Zuoying, Yilan, and Hualien.
Tips for Online Reservations
Online reservation services through Rail Monsters accept New Taipei train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, useful for Lunar New Year, Peace Memorial Day weekends, Dragon Boat Festival, and Mid-Autumn Festival. Train prices vary by operator and route; ticket counters remain available at Banqiao and other major stations. With the Rail Monsters iOS and Android apps, you can book and manage train tickets on mobile.

Train Travel to and from New Taipei FAQ and Tips

What is the main train route from New Taipei?

The main high-speed route from New Taipei is the THSR service from Banqiao to Taichung, taking around 45 minutes on many trains. Taiwan High Speed Rail operates this route with reserved seating and frequent departures on the western corridor. Banqiao is also used for continuing THSR services toward Tainan and Zuoying in southern Taiwan.

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

Book train tickets to and from New Taipei on Rail Monsters by entering Banqiao or another New Taipei station, selecting your travel date, and choosing THSR, Taiwan Railways, or airport rail options shown for the route. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel for New Taipei services, useful before Lunar New Year and other peak holiday periods.

Do high-speed trains serve New Taipei?

Yes. Taiwan High Speed Rail serves New Taipei at Banqiao Station, placing the city on Taiwan's north-south high-speed line. THSR trains run south on the western corridor with reserved seating. Taiwan Railways also serves Banqiao, Shulin, Xizhi, Yingge, and other New Taipei stations with intercity, regional, and local trains on the conventional rail network.

What are the main train stations in New Taipei?

Banqiao is New Taipei's main intercity station for THSR and Taiwan Railways. Shulin is an important Taiwan Railways station for regional and intercity services. Xizhi serves the northeastern rail corridor toward Keelung and Yilan via the Taipei area. Sanchong and New Taipei Industrial Park are key Taoyuan Metro airport rail stops within New Taipei.

Should I reserve seats on trains from New Taipei?

THSR services from Banqiao use reserved and non-reserved seating, and reserved seats are recommended for Friday evenings, Sunday returns, and public holidays. Taiwan Railways intercity trains may offer reserved seating on express services, while local trains use open seating. Booking ahead is especially important for Lunar New Year, Dragon Boat Festival, and Mid-Autumn Festival travel.

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

From Banqiao, THSR reaches Taichung in around 45 minutes, Tainan in about 1h35m to 1h50m, and Zuoying in roughly 1h40m to 2h. Taiwan Railways links Banqiao with Taipei in about 10 minutes, Keelung in around 50 minutes, Yilan in around 1h20m to 1h40m, and Hualien in about 2h10m to 2h40m depending on train type.

How do I get from New Taipei to the airport by train?

Taoyuan Metro operates the airport rail line through New Taipei, serving stations such as Sanchong, New Taipei Industrial Park, Taishan, and Linkou on the route to Taoyuan International Airport. Travelers starting at Banqiao usually transfer through Taipei Main Station or another suitable interchange, depending on the ticket and route. Airport rail tickets and intercity train tickets should be checked separately when planning transfers.

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

Last-minute Taiwan Railways local tickets from New Taipei are often available, but reserved seats on THSR from Banqiao can sell out during Lunar New Year, Dragon Boat Festival, Mid-Autumn Festival, and long weekends. Rail Monsters accepts New Taipei train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, so early booking is useful for high-demand departures and family travel periods.
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