How do I get from Taipei to Hualien?
Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) You can go to Hualien by the following ways. (1) Take the shuttle bus to Taipei Railway Main Station then take train to Hualian or (2) Take the shuttle bus to Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA), which takes about 50 min and connect on the local flight (35 min) to Hualien Airport (HUN) .
How much is train from Taipei to Hualien?
The express trains (Taroko Express or Puyuma Express) will get you to Hualien in about 2 hours, while the non-express trains can take 3-4 hours. It is important to book your train tickets ahead of time, especially on weekends and holidays, as the trains do sell out. A one way ticket will cost NT$440 per person.
How do you get to Hualien from Hsinchu?
The quickest way to get from Hsinchu to Hualien City is to train which costs $15 – $24 and takes 3h 12m. Is there a direct train between Hsinchu and Hualien City? Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hsinchu and arriving at Hualien. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day.
What is nice in Hualien?
Here are the best things to do in Hualien, Taiwan.
- Taroko Gorge National Park. Swallow Grotto in Taroko Gorge National Park.
- Coastal Highway 11. Taking a dip at Jici Beach.
- The Mugua River Gorge.
- Shihtiping.
- The East Rift Valley.
- Take an ATV to the Qingshui Cliffs.
- Liyu Lake.
- Butterfly Valley Hot Springs / Fuyuan National Forest.
Is there Uber in Hualien?
There are no ride sharing services like Uber in Hualien and I read that the bus system is confusing and not the most convenient for tourists either, especially with the language barrier. In Hualien, the taxi flag down rate is NTD 100 .
What is the coldest month in Taiwan?
January
| Quick Climate Info | |
|---|---|
| Hottest Month | July (87 °F avg) |
| Coldest Month | January (62 °F avg) |
| Wettest Month | September (2.64″ avg) |
| Windiest Month | November (9 mph avg) |
How do I get from Kaohsiung to Hualien?
Kaohsiung to Hualien Station train services, operated by Taiwan Railway, depart from Kaohsiung station. Train or fly from Kaohsiung to Hualien Station? The best way to get from Kaohsiung to Hualien Station is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs $18 – $27.
What is Hualien known for?
With its towering peaks, azure skies, vast seas, scenic valleys, cultural diversity, and friendly kindhearted people, Hualien has become one of Taiwan’s first-choice travel destinations for local and international visitors alike. With all of its natural beauty, most of Hualien is a national scenic area.
What is there to do in Hualien in December?
What to do in Hualien
- Drive the scenic coast road.
- Marvel at the amazing Qingshui Cliffs.
- Visit the famous Taroko Gorge.
- Hike the Shakadang Trail.
- Hike or drive the Swallow Grotto trail.
- Have lunch in Xiulin Township.
- Check out the Eternal Spring Shrine.
- Make a stop at Nanbin Park.
What is Hualien?
Hualien is the meeting point of the Central Cross-Island Highway, Suao-Hualien Highway, and highways leading south to Taitung. Hualien County is home to several world-class scenic attractions. Hualien is Taiwan’s biggest county, with an area of about 4,628 square kilometers and a population of 350,000.