Mountain town in Chiayi, Taiwan
Getting around Alishan
How to get around Alishan
Take a bus from Chiayi to Alishan, about 2.5 hr; inside the park use the forest railway and walking trails. Rail operations have been disrupted before, so check the Alishan Forest Railway site.
Ways to get around Alishan
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Bus from Chiayi (Alishan Highway Bus) | About 250–300 TWD | About 2.5–3 hr from Chiayi; book ahead for sunrise |
| Alishan Forest Railway (Zhushan sunrise train) | About 200–300 TWD | Scenic; tickets sell out and service varies |
| Taxi from Chiayi | About 2,500–3,500 TWD | Shared among groups |
Taxis in Alishan
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No ride apps on the mountain; book buses or a driver from Chiayi in advance.
Arriving in Alishan
Via Chiayi HSR
HSR to Chiayi, then bus to Alishan, about 2.5–3 hr, 250–300 TWD; Alishan is not near any airport.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the right. IDP valid 30 days; for longer stays, register it at a motor vehicles office. Scooters need a motorcycle endorsement.
- Onward travel in Taiwan: High-speed rail runs the west coast, Taipei to Kaohsiung in about 1.5–2 hours. TRA trains reach the east coast; intercity buses are cheaper and frequent.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Alishan?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No ride apps on the mountain; book buses or a driver from Chiayi in advance.
What's the best way to get around Alishan?
Take a bus from Chiayi to Alishan, about 2.5 hr; inside the park use the forest railway and walking trails. Rail operations have been disrupted before, so check the Alishan Forest Railway site.
How do I get from the airport to Alishan?
HSR to Chiayi, then bus to Alishan, about 2.5–3 hr, 250–300 TWD; Alishan is not near any airport.
Is Alishan walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
- Taiwan High Speed Rail
- Taiwan Railway
- Taiwan Tourism Administration
- Alishan National Scenic Area
- Alishan Forest Railway
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