Is Taipei Main Station connected to MRT?

It is served by Taipei Metro, the Taiwan High Speed Rail, and Taiwan Railway. It is also connected through underground passageways to the terminal station of Taoyuan Airport MRT and the Taipei Bus Station.

Is Taipei Main Station the same as Taipei station?

Widely considered the centre of Taipei City, Taipei Main Station is the main transportation hub for both the city and for northern Taiwan. Originally opened as Taipei Railway Station in 1891, the complex is one of the most popular meeting places in Taipei City.

How to transfer from Taipei Main Station to Ximen station?

How do I get from Taipei Main Station to Taipei 101 via MRT?

Taipei Metro operates a subway from Taipei Main Station to Taipei 101 World Trade Center every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $1 and the journey takes 12 min. Alternatively, Kuo-Kuang Bus operates a bus from Taipei Station to Taipei City Hall Bus Station every 15 minutes.

What is the difference between Taipei MRT and Metro?

Taipei Metro (also known as Taipei Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) and branded as Metro Taipei) is a rapid transit system operated by the Taipei Rapid Transit Corporation serving the capital Taipei and New Taipei City in Taiwan. It was the first rapid transit system to be built on the island.

The BEST WAY to get to Taipei from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (Taiwan Guide)

How do you pay for the Taipei MRT?

The machines only accept cash coins but you can always change a note into coins at the station. You may also purchase a ticket by the counter. Please swipe your card or token before taking a ride. To ensure everyone enjoys a comfortable and safe ride, smoking is entirely forbidden in all stations.

Are Ximen and Ximending the same?

Both names, Ximen and Ximending, refer to the same location and are used interchangeably.

Do I need to buy tickets in advance for Taipei 101?

Ticket Information for Taipei 101 Observation Deck

❗️Note: Purchase tickets at the 5th-floor ticket counter in the shopping center before visiting the observation deck (open daily from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM). It's recommended to book tickets in advance on the official website to enjoy a discount and avoid long queues.

Where do you wait in Taipei Main Station for bus?

The Taipei Bus Station is an eighteen-story building with six underground floors. The lobby at ground floor is the bus ticket counter with bus information display screens. The second floor is the waiting room for Ubus and Guo-Guang buses; the third floor is the waiting room for Ubus and HowTai buses; the fourth floor ...

How much is the MRT from Ximen to Taipei Main Station?

Taipei Metro operates a subway from Ximen to Taipei Main Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $1 and the journey takes 2 min. Alternatively, CS Group operates a bus from 中華路北站 to 臺北車站(承德) 4 times a day, and the journey takes 1h 25m.

Which MRT stops for Taipei 101?

How to Get to Taipei 101? Getting there by MRT: Just hop on the Taipei MRT red line with your EasyCard and head to World Trade Center MRT station. Take exit 4, stroll about 40 meters outside, and you'll find it right next to Din Tai Fung, Taiwan's famous food joint.

How much is a taxi from Taipei Main Station to Ximending?

MRT. From the Taipei Main Station, you can then take a short ride by taxi to Ximending. The estimated fare for the taxi ride approximately starts from New Taiwan Dollar 90 to New Taiwan Dollar 100.

How do I get from Taipei Main Station to Ximending MRT?

From Taipei Main Station to Ximending

By MRT (Recommended): Take the Blue Line (Bannan Line) westbound toward Yongning. Ximending is the first stop - just 2 minutes and NT$20 from Taipei Main Station. The journey is fast, reliable, and operates from 6:00 AM to midnight daily.

How do I get from Taipei Main Station to MECO by MRT?

From Taipei Train Station, take either the blue, green, or red line to get to the brown line. Take the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center and get off at Gangqian station exit at Exit 2. Turn left at the corner of the school and walk to MECO at the end of the block across the street.

Which is the most beautiful train station in Taiwan?

Formerly known as Duoduoliang during the Japanese colonial period, this station is now considered the most beautiful railway station in Taiwan. Renamed Duoliang during the South Link Line project, it offers a therapeutic view of the vast ocean and mountains from its observation deck.

Is Ximending a tourist trap?

Tourist Traps: Some establishments may cater specifically to tourists, offering overpriced or lower-quality products and services. Crowded Streets: Ximending can be extremely crowded, especially during weekends and holidays, which might be overwhelming for some visitors.

Is it better to stay in Ximending or Taipei main station?

Staying At Ximending is ideal for people who enjoy a vibrant culture, want to have easy access to food, and do not mind that it might be too noisy at night and is okay to spend around 10 minutes getting to Taipei Main Station. However, if you dislike noise and cannot sleep well, do not stay at Ximending.

Which night market is the best in Taipei?

Do I need cash in Taiwan?

In Taiwan, most of the payment is still in cash, credit card and IC Cards (Prepaid card for transportation and shopping such as EasyCard, iPass, and iCash).

Is Taipei MRT expensive?

Fares for the metro in Taipei are based on the distance you travel. The further the distance, the more expensive it gets. The cheapest price for a one-way ticket is 20NT$ and it goes all the way up to 65NT$. In all the stations, you'll find machines where you can purchase single-trip tickets.

How much does it cost to go from Taipei Main Station to the airport?

Taoyuan Metro operates a subway from TRA Taipei Station to Taoyuan Airport T1 every 4 hours. Tickets cost $4–6 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, Kuo-Kuang Bus operates a bus from Taipei station to Taoyuan Airport T1 every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3–6 and the journey takes 46 min.

Can I pay cash on a Taiwan bus?

Bus fares can be paid with EasyCard or Cash; no change is provided. The fares in the city are collected based on fare zones. EasyCard users are entitled to special discounts when transferring between MRT and buses.

Is there a hop-on hop-off bus in Taipei?

Explore the capital city of Taiwan in a comfortable and flexible Hop-On Hop-Off Taipei bus tour. Hop on the double-decker Hop On Hop Off Bus Taipei bus to explore the attractions you like and hop off the ones you don't. The two routes- the red route and the blue route take you to the major sightseeing spots in Taipei.

How to buy MRT card in Taipei?

Easycard can be purchased at all MRT stations and convenience stores such as 7/11 or FamilyMart generally for NT$100, with the exception of limited issue cards with special designs which will be more expensive. Card are issued with no balance, so be sure to recharge the card with some credit after purchase.