We rode the HSR twice, from Taipei to Chiayi (about 1hr. 20 minutes) then Kaoshiung to Taoyuan (about 1hr 30 mins), top speed was about 286 kms/hr. its very smooth like riding on a plane, and the seat is big enough with comfortable leg room. Compare to riding a bus with limited space specially with children, its really a relief... More

Took the high speed rail in March 2012. Very comfortable, unbelievably smooth ride (considering the speed!), and a fun experience. Only thing that I would say was missing was wifi on the train. But I heard it has to do with how fast the train goes, makes it difficult. Anyways if you have the opportunity to use the high speed... More

I love the HSR taichung station.........cause there is convenient than other station...(except Taipei...) More

Trains never run on time in the States but here they are always on time. So plan ahead and be ready to board with ticket in hand prior o your departing time. This beautiful, clean station was a dream to navigate. More

Try a one day trip from Taipei to Taichung with the HSR. The HSR runs frequently, and it is relatively inexpensive (for a tourist) and convenient. Moreover it’s fun zipping along the island in a high speed train. Taichung station appears somewhat outside of the city. It is! But it is not as far as it looks on a map.... More

We booked online from our trip from Taipei to Taichung, reach in 58mins. Try to book 28 days beforehand to take advantage of 30% discount offer with allocated seats. Very comfortable seating, ample leg resting space, clean and the speed can reach up to 286km/h...wow! Highly recommend! More

It is the fastest, the best way to travel across taiwan , u can reach from taichung to kaohsiung in just 40 mins and similarly from taichung to taipei in just 40 mins. Found it very comfortable n economical. More

i spent 2 weeks in hsinchu city and traveled many places on this fantastic train.the service is first class and the train leaves on time.very easy to use train displays information in english More

I took the THSR from Tainan City to Taipei Main station and it only took an hour and 45 minutes. Earlier in the week we took the standard rail from Taipei to Tainan and it took over 4 hours. Buying the ticket was automated and very easy for a non-Chinese speaker. Signage was also in English. You an save some... More