Taipei to Tainan by bus
Tainan lies 265 km (165 mi) south-west of Taipei, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 5 h 1 min including stops, over roughly 324 km (201 mi) of road.
| Taipei | Tainan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Taiwan | Taiwan |
| Population | 7.9 million | 1.9 million |
| Elevation | 5 m (16 ft) | 26 m (85 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Taipei) | UTC+8 (Asia/Taipei) |
Where to book buses from Taipei to Tainan
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Staying in Tainan
Our booking partner lists 874 places to stay in Tainan. Of the 495 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (350), and 7 are five-star. Across 306 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.7 out of 10. Guests have left 246,591 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Tainan from Taipei?
265 km (165 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Taipei; by road roughly 324 km (201 mi).
How long does it take to get from Taipei to Tainan by bus?
About 5 h 1 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Taipei and Tainan?
No, both are on Asia/Taipei at the moment.
Where can I stay in Tainan?
Our booking partner lists 874 places to stay in Tainan, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.