※ Taiwan PASS Taiwan Railways Edition ※
- The "Taiwan PASS Taiwan Railways" is an essential travel e-ticket for exploring Taiwan. It covers three major transportation tools in Taiwan, including unlimited five-day travel on Taiwan Railways, a choice of one out of four major metro systems, and a choice of one Taiwan Tour Bus route, making travel for independent travelers more time-efficient, cost-effective, and convenient.
※ Usage Instructions for the "Taiwan PASS | Taiwan Railways Five-Day Pass " ※
- Redemption Period: Please redeem at one of the 18 designated Taiwan Railways stations within one year of purchase.
- Redemption Stations: Taitung, Hualien, Luodong, Yilan, Nangang, Songshan, Taipei, Banqiao, Taoyuan, Zhongli, Hsinchu, Taichung, Xinwuri, Chiayi, Tainan, Zuoying, Kaohsiung, Fangliao – a total of 18 stations.
1. Taiwan Railways | Five-Day Pass (TR-PASS)
After activating the Taiwan PASS, unlimited rides on Taiwan Railways are allowed within 5 days.
A start date can be specified (must be used within 30 days of redemption, including the day of redemption), allowing unlimited rides on Taiwan Railways within 5 consecutive days.
- Different Usage on Different Train Types:
- Free seating (no seat reservation required): Local (Fast) Trains
- Standing tickets (without any prior seat reservation at the ticket window): Tze-Chiang Limited Express, Chu-Kuang Express.
- Seat reservation required (can only be used after making a reservation): Puyuma Express, Taroko Express, Tze-Chiang (EMU3000), Group Trains.
- Cannot be used instead of seat reservations or direct boarding on the following trains; violators will be treated as ticketless passengers according to the company's passenger transport contract: Tourist Trains, Cruise-Style Trains, Real-Name Trains, Special Trains, other trains designated by the company, and the company's "Business Class Carriages" and Premium Carriages "e.g., Tze-Chiang (EMU3000) Business Class Carriage".
2. Taiwan MRT - Convenient Travel, Choose Any 1
You can choose any one type from the four major Taiwan MRT systems.
① FunPASS Taipei| Unlimited Transportation | 2-Day Pass
Unlimited rides: Unlimited rides on Taipei Metro, 6 Taiwan Tourist Shuttle routes (Beitou-Zhuzihu Line, Muzha-Pingxi Line, Crown Northern Coast Line, Golden Fulong Line, Coastal Keelung Line, and Jiufen Jinguashi Line), and buses in Taipei, New Taipei, and Keelung within the validity period.(Excluding highway passenger transport with a 4-digit code and Taipei City shuttle services)
- Taipei MRT route map. https://www.metro.taipei/cp.aspx?n=91974F2B13D997F1
- Taiwan Tourist Shuttle service Real-time Information:http://www.taiwantrip.com.tw/bus/65?x=1&y=1
- Taipei City Bus Real-time Information:https://pda.5284.gov.taipei/MQS/businfo1.jsp
- New Taipei City Bus Real-time Information:https://e-bus.ntpc.gov.tw/
- Keelung City Bus Real-time Information:http://ebus.klcba.gov.tw/klebus
- For specific details related to boarding (such as schedule changes, bus time, etc.), please refer to the announcements on the official websites.
② Taoyuan Metro|Round-trip Ticket
The Taoyuan Airport MRT is a metro line that spans across Taipei City, New Taipei City, and Taoyuan City, starting from Taipei Main Station and ending in Zhongli. It is Taiwan's first metro line primarily aimed at providing airport transportation. Whether you are heading to Taoyuan International Airport or traveling within the Taoyuan metropolitan area, the Taoyuan MRT is your best transportation choice.
- Reference to the Airport MRT route map. https://www.tymetro.com.tw/tymetro-new/tw/_pages/travel-guide/road.html
③ Taichung Metro|48-Hour Tourist Pass
The Taichung MRT is the first metro system in central Taiwan, connecting various districts in Taichung City, including Beitun, North District, Xitun, Nantun, South District, and Wuri. It serves as a convenient transportation option for tourists traveling to various attractions and shopping districts in Taichung. Upon activation, the card allows unlimited rides on the Taichung MRT within 48 hours.
- Taichung MRT route map. https://www.tmrt.com.tw/metro-life/map
④ Kaohsiung Metro & Light Rail | 2-Day Pass
- Kaohsiung LRT Detailed boarding information. https://www.krtc.com.tw/KLRT/
- Kaohsiung MRT Detailed boarding information. https://www.krtc.com.tw/Information/
3. Taiwan Tourist Shuttle - In-Depth Exploration, Choose Any 1
You can select any one route from the Taiwan Tourist Shuttle options for a round-trip journey.
① Taiwan Tourist Shuttle|Qingjing Line Round-trip Ticket
Qingjing Farm is a famous leisure farm in Nantou that should not be missed. The Taiwan Tourist Shuttle Qingjing Line is one of the routes to Hehuan Mountain. Starting from Puli Station, you can enjoy the scenery from low to high altitudes along the Qingjing Line. If you want to breathe fresh air in the mountains, take the Taiwan Tourist Shuttle - Qingjing Line!
② Taiwan Tourist Shuttle|Sun Moon Lake Line Round-trip Ticket
Sun Moon Lake is located in Yuchi Township, Nantou County, and is a famous tourist destination in Taiwan. It attracts many visitors every year. The Sun Moon Lake Line not only eliminates the hassle of transportation arrangements but also allows you to enjoy the scenery along the way and easily reach Sun Moon Lake in Nantou.
③ Taiwan Tourist Shuttle|Alishan Line Round-trip Ticket
The Taiwan Tourist Shuttle - Alishan Line travels along Provincial Highway 18 (Alishan Highway), climbing from an altitude of 200 meters to 2500 meters. It features rich natural terrain, diverse ecological and cultural resources, and is Taiwan's most representative tourist route.
④ Taiwan Tourist Shuttle|Kenting Express Round-trip Ticket
The Kenting Express departs from Zuoying High-Speed Rail Station and stops at Fangliao, Checheng, Hengchun Transfer Station, Hengchun, Nanwan, and Kenting (Xiaowan) among 9 stations, reaching Kenting in 140 minutes. It takes you quickly to enjoy the passion of southern Taiwan.
For more detailed information, please refer to the official website: https://twpass.tw/