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44.4 km • ~40 mins

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

Taipei's Yongkang Street is in central Taipei, roughly 44.4 km east of Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. A private car or taxi takes about 40 minutes in normal traffic, while the cheapest public bus option takes about 55 minutes to Taipei Main Station plus a short final taxi ride or walk.

✓ Verified Oct 30, 2026 • 44.4 km road distance

Official Airport Taxi

Metred + 15%
40 mins •24/7
€30 - €41 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Large Bags
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit Arrivals at Terminal 1 or 2.
  2. Follow official Taxi signs to the 24-hour taxi queue outside.
  3. Queue only at the official desk/queue and ignore touts.
  4. Tell the driver "Yongkang Street, Taipei City" and confirm the meter is on.
  5. Pay cash at the end; ask about card or EasyCard before boarding.

Airport MRT + Short Taxi/Walk

Fastest Rail
65 mins •Every 15 Mins (06:00-23:30)
€4.40 / Person (Train Only) + Taxi Last Leg
Luggage: Luggage Racks Available
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 single token for NT$160 or use EasyCard/iPASS.
  3. Take a purple Express train to A1 Taipei Main Station, about 35-40 minutes.
  4. Walk through the underground link to Taipei Main Station, allowing about 10 minutes with luggage.
  5. Take a short taxi from Taipei Main Station to Yongkang Street, or walk roughly 30 minutes; there is no direct MRT stop on Yongkang Street.

Kuo-Kuang Bus 1819 + Short Taxi/Walk

24/7 Cheapest
75 mins •Every 20-60 Min (24/7)
€3.60 - €4.40 / Person
Luggage: 1 Suitcase + 1 Hand Bag
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Go to the bus waiting area: Terminal 1 B1 or Terminal 2 1F arrivals level.
  2. Buy a Kuo-Kuang 1819 ticket at the counter or pay with EasyCard.
  3. Board bus 1819 to Taipei Main Station, Kuo-Kuang East Bus Station, about 55 minutes.
  4. At Taipei Main Station, take a short taxi or walk roughly 30 minutes to Yongkang Street.
  5. No direct bus or MRT stops at Yongkang Street; this bus stops at Taipei Main Station.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Ignore touts offering fixed-price rides inside arrivals; use the official taxi queue or a pre-booked transfer.
  • Official airport taxis are metered with a 15% airport surcharge and tolls added; do not accept a driver quoting a flat fare without the meter.
  • Confirm the meter starts at NT$85 and that the 15% surcharge and highway tolls will apply; many airport taxis are cash-only, so ask about card or EasyCard before boarding.
  • Late at night, the Airport MRT is not 24 hours and stops around 23:30; the only 24-hour public option is Kuo-Kuang Bus 1819.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way from Taiwan Taoyuan Airport to Yongkang Street?

Kuo-Kuang Bus 1819 to Taipei Main Station costs NT$132-159, about €3.60-€4.40, and runs 24/7. From there take a short taxi or walk to Yongkang Street.

How long is a taxi from TPE to Yongkang Street?

It takes about 40-60 minutes for the 44.4 km drive, with a metered fare roughly NT$1,100-1,500, about €30-€41, plus the 15% airport surcharge and tolls.

Does the Airport MRT stop at Yongkang Street?

No. Take the Airport MRT to A1 Taipei Main Station, then a short taxi ride or a roughly 30-minute walk. There is no direct Airport MRT stop at Yongkang Street.

Can I pay with a credit card or EasyCard on airport transport?

Airport MRT and Kuo-Kuang 1819 accept EasyCard/iPASS. Taxis mostly take cash and some may accept cards or EasyCard, so ask the driver before boarding.

What is the best option for a family with luggage?

A pre-booked private transfer or an official airport taxi is best for families because they go door-to-door, with per-vehicle fares roughly €30-€65.

Is there a 24-hour public transport option from TPE?

Yes, Kuo-Kuang Bus 1819 runs 24 hours between TPE and Taipei Main Station. The Airport MRT ends around 23:30, so it is not a 24-hour option.

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