How to Get Around Taipei?

If it is your first time coming to Taipei, you’ll likely arrive at Taoyuan Airport. From there getting to Taipei City is easy, you can take the Airport MRT from the airport.

Once you’ve exited the immigration area, look for the sign that has “MRT” on it. It will take you to Taipei Main Station, and from there you can check the map to continue your way to your accommodation!

If you are traveling with a lot of people and luggage then opt for a private car that will take you directly from the airport to Taipei.

>> For all your Taipei trips, you are likely to use the MRT and buses. I recommend getting your EasyCard right away at the airport to make your trip more enjoyable. <<

By MRT (Subway) – It is a reliable public transport that can take you anywhere around the city. It is also relatively cheap with ​​NT$ 18 per ride and it comes every 5 minutes.

The stations themselves are situated close to most tourist attractions and they operate daily from 6 a.m. to 12 a.m. To save time, you can tap inside using the Easy Card.

By Bus – The bus in Taipei is very convenient! I have said before one of the apps that you should have is the Bus+ app which you can download from your app store.

Most bus stops in Taipei will have display signs that tell you when the next bus will arrive. And don’t forget to raise your hand if you want to hop in for the driver to know.

By Bicycle – YouBike is the official public bike rental throughout Taiwan. It is my favorite way to wander around the city as there are many bike lanes. The fare itself is cheap as low as NT$10 per 30 minutes.

If you want to stop somewhere then just find these bicycle-sharing kiosks to return your Youbike. They are mostly located outside MRT stations and tourist spots. For you to start renting, you’ll need an Easy Card and a local phone number to register.

By Uber – Be sure to have an Uber app installed as they can come in handy. Most of the time you would just need to wait around 5 to 10 minutes until pick up. 

By Traditional Taxis – You can easily find them parked beside the road. They are a great option if you want a quick ride to your destination! Just let the driver know where is the location preferably on Google Maps and they will take you there.