Taoyuan High Speed Rail Station Introduction
Located about 10 kilometers from Taoyuan International Airport, the Taiwan High Speed Rail Taoyuan Station plays a crucial role as a transportation hub due to its geographical advantages, serving as the "gateway to the airport." It efficiently connects foreign travelers and Taiwanese passengers who are entering or exiting the country with the Taipei and New Taipei areas as well as central and southern Taiwan. In recent years, the passenger traffic at Taoyuan High Speed Rail Station has increased each year, with an average of over 30,000 people entering and exiting daily, and in 2024, the total annual passenger count is expected to exceed 27 million, highlighting its significant transit position. The connectivity of Taoyuan High Speed Rail Station is convenient, featuring access to National Highway No. 2 and Provincial Highway No. 31. Public transportation includes express buses that connect to Taoyuan and Zhongli, as well as various bus services operated by companies such as Ubus, Taoyuan Bus, Zhongli Bus, and AIT Bus, offering routes to Taoyuan International Airport, Taoyuan City Government, and Taoyuan Baseball Stadium, among others. With the opening of the Taoyuan MRT Airport Line, the transportation function of Taoyuan High Speed Rail Station has further improved, allowing passengers to purchase tickets and transfer to the MRT within the station, significantly reducing travel time and alleviating large crowds. Recently, the leisure functions of the Qingpu High Speed Rail Special Zone have been significantly enhanced, with the completion of facilities such as the 30,000 ping Taoyuan International Baseball Stadium, the complex ecological park - Qingtang Garden, and the first American-style outlet mall in Taiwan - Huatai Premium Outlet. Additionally, there are up to 30 parks in the area, along with a 10-kilometer circular bike path, making it a popular destination for cycling enthusiasts, with Taoyuan High Speed Rail Station serving as an excellent transit point for refueling. Moreover, it is also favored by many photography lovers, with its architectural design inspired by traditional lanterns, featuring large glass curtain walls and 8-meter steel columns, illuminated to resemble a glowing lantern, symbolizing the idea of "lighting up Taoyuan, looking towards the world," making it worth a visit.
