Taipei’s MRT

The mass rapid transit system (MRT) in Taipei, together with the metropolitan’s bus route network, forms a convenient transportation system. The Taipei MRT system currently has the following lines in operation:

Route Map
Danshui - Xindian Line
Beitou - Nanshijiao Line
Banqiao - Nangang Line (Kunyang – Xinpu)
Muzha Line (Zhongshan Junior High School - Taipei Zoo)
Xinbeitou Branch Line (Beitou – Xinbeitou)
Xiaonanmen Branch Line (Ximen -- Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall)
Xiaobitan Branch Line (Qizhang-Xiaobitan)

These lines are passing by a variety of attractions and scenic spots. Therefore, visitors can take a leisurely journey through most of the attractive parts of Taipei by using the MRT service.

Auto ticketing slots can be found in MRT stations, providing ticketing services (Coin changers are equipped in all stations.) "Single-journey Ticket" prices range from NT$20 to NT$65 depending on travel distance. A 150-dollar "One-day pass" purchased from a service booth will allow unlimited travels among all MRT lines within one day.

Please note:

MRT running hours- 6:00~24:00
To provide passengers a comfortable and safe ride, smoking, drinking & gum chewing are strictly prohibited in MRT area.
Using cellular phone is prohibited in the first and the last cabinet of the train.
Tickets are valid on day of purchase.
Please locate pets in hand-carry cage; police dogs and guide dogs are excluded.

Further information :

Taipei Rapid Transit Corporation
Internet: http://english.trtc.com.tw/
Taipei MRT customer service lines (02)2181-2345 (24 hours);
(02)2536-3001 (8:30a.m. -5:30p.m.)

Taiwan Trains

The island-wide railway network includes a western line, an eastern line, a north line and a south line. The railway network provides a lot of convenience to its passengers, and there are several classes for choice; Economic Class, Fu-Shing Class, Jue-kuan class and Tsi-chiang class. Tourists can have their own choice according to their traveling time, F&B needs and the purpose of taking the train (as tourist to see the sceneries or going fast from one place to another).

There are some small trains at slower speed for certain routes, such as the lines of A-li, Gigi, Ping-shi, and Nei-wan. Tourists who visit Taiwan for the first time should try taking these routes as they pass by the typical Taiwanese sceneries during its journey.

Please be noted that it could be quite difficult to get your train tickets during continual holidays, and therefore, reserving tickets 14 days before departure by phone or through website service is strongly recommended.

For all information regarding trains in Taiwan please visit: www.railway.gov.tw