Taiwan is located in East Asia and is a short distance from mainland China.Taiwan has many smaller islands and archipelagoes located off its coast.Taiwan has an excellent reputation for public transportation and it is fairly easy to get from one place to another using only trains, metro, and buses.
Step 1: If you travel along the west coast, try the high-speed train.
The west coast of Taiwan is home to the Taiwan High Speed Rail.You can reserve tickets online up to 28 days in advance to save money.Pick-up and pay for your tickets at one of the vending machines at the train station.The Taiwan High Speed Rail fares and schedule can be viewed online.The high-speed train stops at 12 locations on the west coast.Here you can find information about each station.
Step 2: You can take a regional train to travel inland.
The Taiwan Railway Administration operates commuter and regional trains across the island.Ordinary, Fu-Hsing Semi-Express or Local, Chu-Kuang Express, and Tze-Chiang Express are the main types of trains.The tickets are based on the cost per kilometer.Express trains are quicker because they don't stop at every station.The more expensive the ticket, the faster the train.Ordinary trains cost more than the Tze-Chiang Express.Taiwan's regular railway can be booked up to 14 days in advance.Pick them up at a train station or 7-Eleven store.You can find schedules and fares here: https://tip.railway.gov.tw/tra-tip-web/
Step 3: You can find train passes or discounts for your trip.
Multi-day passes are available for the high-speed train and the MOTC.Some passes allow you to combine trips on both railways, while others only apply to one.You can take a themed tour that shows you some popular tourist locations.The websites for both railways have prices in Taiwanese Dollars.
Step 4: Take the metro to the city.
You can easily travel between the city and the airport with the local subway system.There are 6 different lines across Taiwan.Metro trains run from 6 am to 12 am every day.peak hours are 7 am to 9 am and 5 pm to 7:30 pmThe metro map can be downloaded from the website.
Step 5: Metro stations have tickets for purchase.
The metro ticket prices are based on the distance traveled.You will pay for a trip once you get off the metro.You can pay for a trip on the metro using a variety of methods.Single-Journey Tickets, which are actually blue token, can be purchased on the day of your trip.One-Day Passes can be used for unlimited travel on the day you purchase them.You can use the passes for unlimited travel for 24, 48, or 72 hours after you purchase them.There are electronic tickets that can be used.
Step 6: Follow metro rules at all times.
Don't smoke, spit, litter, eat, drink, or chew gum on the metro.If you want to get on the train, follow the yellow lines and wait for people to disembark.Don't block doorways or lean against them.Dark blue chairs should be left open for passengers with a disability.There are English translations on all signs in the metro.You can get a sticker for your shirt at any information booth if you have a disability that isn't visible.You may be asked to leave dark blue seats if you don't have a sticker.
Step 7: You can travel between cities on a bus.
You can use buses in Taiwan for public transportation.When traffic is light, buses can be faster than trains.They are less expensive than trains.You can view bus routes, schedules, and fares attaiwanbus.tw.You should keep your bus ticket with you at all times.When you get off the bus, you may have to give your ticket to the driver.
Step 8: You need to know the bus route before you go.
The bus system can be hard to understand if you don't speak Mandarin, so plan out your trip using a guide or a website.If you're staying at a hotel in Taiwan, the concierge can help you decide which bus to take.When you board the bus, look for the character, which means that you pay the fare when you get on, but the symbol down means you only pay once.
Step 9: There is a shuttle bus that will take you to popular tourist destinations.
Taiwan has tourist buses that travel to and from popular tourist destinations.You can choose between cultural, hot springs, night market and location tours.The tourist shuttles can be purchased on the bus itself or at specific stations.As these buses are going to and from specific locations, they leave and return at specific times.The buses give passengers a certain amount of time to explore certain stops.
Step 10: When in the city, look for a yellow taxi.
When you don't want to use public transportation or use a roundabout route, Taxis are a great option.Most taxi drivers don't speak English.You should show the driver a written version of your destination in Chinese.Taxi fares are determined by the local governments in the city where you travel.You may have to pay an extra fee for traveling after 11 pm and for using the trunk of the taxi.
Step 11: You can rent a car and tour Taiwan on your own.
You have to be at least 21 years old to rent a car in Taiwan.You must also have a regular driver's license with you.Major airports have car rental agencies.If you want to go to the mountains of Taiwan, renting a car is a good option.Driving along scenic routes will allow you to stop whenever you want.It costs between $65 and $80 per day to rent a car in Taiwan.You can rent a car from a rental car agency and have a driver take you to where you want to go.The speed limits are marked in kilometers on the right side of the road in Taiwan.
Step 12: You can take a tour on a rented bicycle.
A lot of Taiwan's cities now have designated bike paths.A multi-day guided bike tour can be done in the more remote areas of Taiwan.The home of the bike company Giant is in Taiwan.You can rent or buy their bikes at many shops around the country.You can bring your own bike with you to Taiwan.Bikes are allowed on the metro and many trains but may be limited to non-peak hours.