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How to Get from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Jiufen Old Street

Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) lies 77 km west of Jiufen Old Street, a mountain village reached via Taipei. Door-to-door driving takes about 75 minutes, while public transport via Taipei Main Station and Ruifang takes roughly 2 to 2.5 hours.

✓ Verified Oct 30, 2026 • 77.3 km road distance

Private Transfer

Door-to-Door
75 mins •On Request
€95 - €125 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. After baggage claim, meet your pre-booked driver at the arrivals hall of Terminal 1 or Terminal 2.
  2. Follow signs to the designated pickup area for private transfers.
  3. Show your booking confirmation to the driver.
  4. Drive about 75 minutes via National Highway 1 and the 62 to Jiufen.
  5. The driver drops you at the entrance to Jiufen Old Street.
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Official Airport Taxi

24/7
75 mins •24/7
€65 - €75 (Per Vehicle, Meter + 15%)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit Arrivals at Terminal 1 or Terminal 2 to the official taxi queue (24 hours).
  2. Take a taxi from the official queue; ensure the meter is running and the 15% airport surcharge is applied.
  3. Tell the driver 'Jiufen Old Street'.
  4. Highway tolls are added to the meter; the 77 km drive takes about 75 minutes.
  5. The taxi drops you at Jiufen Old Street entrance.

Kuo-Kuang 1819 to Taipei Main + Train/Bus

Cheapest Airport Leg
150 mins •Every 20–60 Mins (24/7)
€3.60 + Local Train/Bus
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. From T1 B1 or T2 1F bus waiting area, board Kuo-Kuang 1819 to Taipei Main Station (ticket or EasyCard, NT$132/159).
  2. Ride about 55 minutes to the Kuo-Kuang East Bus Station at Taipei Main Station.
  3. Walk into Taipei Main Station and buy a Taiwan Railway ticket to Ruifang.
  4. Take the local train to Ruifang, then board a local Keelung/Kuo-Kuang bus up to Jiufen Old Street.
  5. Alight at the Jiufen Old Street stop; the old street is a short walk away.

Airport MRT + Taiwan Railway + Local Bus

Faster Public Option
130 mins •Every 15 Mins (06:00–23:30)
€4.40 + Local Train/Bus
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow 'Airport MRT' signs from Arrivals to A12 (Terminal 1) or A13 (Terminal 2).
  2. Buy a token or use EasyCard for the NT$160 fare; take any Express or Commuter train to A1 Taipei Main Station.
  3. At A1, walk about 10 minutes underground to Taipei Main Station rail concourse.
  4. Buy a Taiwan Railway ticket to Ruifang, take the train, then a local bus to Jiufen Old Street.
  5. Alight at Jiufen Old Street; the old street is at the bus stop.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Use only the official airport taxi queue; ignore touts inside the terminals and ensure the meter runs plus the 15% airport surcharge.
  • Do not accept flat fares to Jiufen; airport taxis must use the meter and add highway tolls, typically €65-€75.
  • Check the Kuo-Kuang 1819 timetable carefully if you arrive late; it is the only 24-hour airport bus, while the Airport MRT stops around 23:30.
  • Pay in TWD; many taxis and local buses are cash-only, so ask before boarding if the driver accepts EasyCard or credit cards.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a direct train or bus from TPE to Jiufen Old Street?

No, there is no direct train or bus from Taoyuan Airport to Jiufen. You must go via Taipei Main Station, then take Taiwan Railway to Ruifang and a local bus up to Jiufen Old Street.

What is the cheapest way to get from TPE to Jiufen Old Street?

The cheapest airport leg is Kuo-Kuang bus 1819 to Taipei Main Station for NT$132 (about €3.60), then continue by train to Ruifang and local bus to Jiufen. Check final local fares at the station.

Are taxis available 24 hours at the airport?

Yes, official airport taxi queues at Terminals 1 and 2 operate 24/7. Taxis use the meter plus a 15% surcharge and highway tolls.

How long does it take to drive from TPE to Jiufen Old Street?

The drive is about 68 minutes without traffic, but allow 75–90 minutes in normal conditions including the mountain road into Jiufen.

Can I use EasyCard on the Airport MRT and airport buses?

Yes, EasyCard and iPASS are accepted on the Airport MRT, Kuo-Kuang 1819 and most airport coaches, and can be bought at airport convenience stores and MRT counters.

What is the best option for a family with luggage?

A pre-booked private transfer is usually best: the driver meets you at arrivals, helps with luggage, and takes you directly to Jiufen Old Street in about 75 minutes.

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