Taoyuan Station, Taiwan High Speed Rail Introduction
The Taiwan High Speed Rail Taoyuan Station, located just about 10 kilometers from Taoyuan International Airport, plays a crucial role as a transportation hub due to its geographic advantage, serving as the "gateway to the airport" for foreign travelers and Taiwan residents entering or leaving the country, efficiently connecting them to the Greater Taipei area and central and southern Taiwan. In recent years, the travel volume at Taoyuan Station has steadily increased, with an average of over 30,000 people entering and exiting the station daily. In 2024, the total number of travelers is expected to exceed 27 million, highlighting its significant transit position. The transportation connections to Taoyuan Station are convenient, featuring national highways such as National Route 2 and Provincial Highway 31, as well as shuttle bus services from Taoyuan and Zhongli. Additionally, there are numerous bus routes operated by companies like Uni Air, Taoyuan Bus, Zhongli Bus, and Ait Education that connect to Taoyuan International Airport, Taoyuan City Hall, and Taoyuan Baseball Stadium, among others. With the launch of the Taoyuan Metro Airport Line, the transportation capabilities of Taoyuan High Speed Rail Station have further improved. Travelers can purchase tickets at the high-speed rail station and transfer to the metro, significantly shortening their travel time and alleviating heavy foot traffic. Recently, the leisure facilities in the Qingpu High Speed Rail Special Zone have been significantly enhanced, with the completion of projects such as the 30,000-ping Taoyuan International Baseball Stadium, the multi-functional ecological park - Qingtang Park, and Taiwan's first American-style open-air shopping mall - Huatai Premium Outlet. Coupled with more than 30 parks in the area and a 10-kilometer circular bicycle lane, it has become a popular destination for cyclists, with Taoyuan High Speed Rail Station serving as an excellent rest stop for them. In addition to being a hotspot for cyclists, Taoyuan High Speed Rail Station is also favored by many photography enthusiasts. The station's architectural design, inspired by " lanterns," utilizes large glass curtains and 8-meter steel columns, illuminated to resemble glowing lanterns, conveying the imagery of "Lighting up Taoyuan, Looking to the World," making it a worthwhile visit.
