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46.5 km • ~43 mins

How to Get from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Beitou Hot Springs

Beitou Hot Springs sits about 46.5 km north-east of Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). The quickest door-to-door taxi or private transfer takes about 43 minutes, while the cheapest public-transport route via central Taipei takes roughly 75–90 minutes including transfers.

✓ Verified Oct 30, 2026 • 46.5 km road distance

Official Airport Taxi

Door-to-Door
43 mins •On Demand (24/7)
€39 - €47 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Large Bags / 2 Suitcases
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow Taxi signs to the official queue outside Arrivals at T1 or T2
  2. Ask the driver to use the meter plus the official 15% airport surcharge
  3. Confirm highway tolls will be added before departing
  4. Ride about 43 minutes to Beitou Hot Springs and get out at Xinbeitou or your hotel

Airport MRT + Taipei Metro to Xinbeitou

Fast Public Transport
75 mins •Airport MRT every 15 mins; Metro frequent
€4.40 + Taipei Metro fare
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow Airport MRT signs from Arrivals to A12 (T1) or A13 (T2)
  2. Buy an EasyCard or token and board a purple Express or blue Commuter train towards A1 Taipei Main Station
  3. At A1, follow underground walk to Taipei Main Station and take Red (Tamsui-Xinyi) line towards Tamsui
  4. Get off at Beitou station and change to the Xinbeitou branch one stop
  5. Walk from Xinbeitou station to the hot springs area (about 10 minutes)

Kuo-Kuang Bus 1819 + Taipei Metro

Cheapest Public Option
90 mins •Bus roughly every 20–60 mins (24/7); Metro frequent
€3.60 + Taipei Metro fare
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free (Check with operator)
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. From Arrivals go to T1 B1 or T2 1F bus waiting area
  2. Buy a ticket at the Kuo-Kuang counter or use EasyCard on bus 1819 to Taipei Main Station (about 55 min)
  3. At Taipei Main Station, follow signs to Taipei Metro Red line and board a train towards Tamsui
  4. Get off at Beitou and change to the Xinbeitou branch one stop
  5. Walk about 10 minutes from Xinbeitou station to the hot springs area

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Use only the official airport taxi queue outside Arrivals; ignore touts offering fixed-price rides inside the terminal.
  • Make sure the driver uses the meter plus the official 15% airport surcharge; highway tolls are added, so the final fare will be higher than the meter alone.
  • Airport taxis and some buses may not accept international credit cards; carry cash or an EasyCard, and ask before boarding.
  • Do not believe anyone claiming the Airport MRT is 24 hours: the last train leaves around 23:30, so after that only Kuo-Kuang 1819 runs all night.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way to get from Taiwan Taoyuan Airport to Beitou Hot Springs?

Take Kuo-Kuang bus 1819 from the airport to Taipei Main Station for NT$132 (about €3.60), then switch to the Taipei Metro Red line to Beitou and the Xinbeitou branch. The total cost is the bus fare plus a small Taipei Metro fare; use an EasyCard for both.

How long does it take from TPE to Beitou Hot Springs?

A taxi or private transfer takes about 43 minutes in normal traffic. Public transport via the Airport MRT and Taipei Metro usually takes 75–90 minutes including the walk at Taipei Main Station and the Xinbeitou branch transfer.

Is there a direct train from Taiwan Taoyuan Airport to Beitou Hot Springs?

No. You must take the Airport MRT to A1 Taipei Main Station, then change to the Taipei Metro Red line to Beitou and the Xinbeitou branch one stop. The Airport MRT does not go to Beitou or Xinbeitou directly.

Does the Airport MRT run 24 hours?

No. The Airport MRT runs roughly 06:00–23:30, so it is not 24 hours. Kuo-Kuang bus 1819 is the only 24-hour public transport option between the airport and Taipei Main Station.

Can I use a credit card on public transport to Beitou?

EasyCard and iPASS are the easiest ways to pay on the Airport MRT, Taipei Metro and Kuo-Kuang 1819. Credit card acceptance varies on buses and taxis, so carry some cash or an EasyCard.

What is the best option for a family with luggage?

A private transfer is usually best for families because it is door-to-door, takes about 43 minutes and avoids changing trains with luggage. An official airport taxi is a slightly cheaper door-to-door alternative.