Want to travel from Chiayi Train Station or THSR Chiayi Station to the Southern Branch of National Palace Museum? Taking the Taiwan Tourist Shuttle Bus 106 is the most convenient option. This guide covers the complete timetable, all stops, fare information, and FAQs to help you plan your Chiayi day trip.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Route Number | 106 (Taiwan Tourist Shuttle - Southern Branch of National Palace Museum Line) |
| Operator | Chiayi County Bus Administration |
| Terminals | Chiayi Train Station ↔ THSR Chiayi Station |
| Total Travel Time | Approximately 1 hour 50 minutes |
| Number of Services | Weekdays: 4 services / Weekends & Holidays: 8 services |
| Payment Methods | Cash, EasyCard, iPASS, icash 2.0 |
| Transportation | Duration | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 🚗 By Car | Approximately 9 minutes | Parking: NT$50/visit |
| 🚌 Bus 106 | Approximately 20 minutes | Cash NT$25 / IC Card NT$22 |
Bus 106 operates as a circular route, connecting major tourist attractions in Chiayi:
Outbound (Chiayi Train Station → THSR Chiayi Station)
| Service | Chiayi Train Station | NPM Southern Branch | THSR Chiayi Station |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 08:00 | 09:42 | 09:50 |
| 2 | 10:00 | 11:42 | 11:50 |
| 3 | 13:00 | 14:42 | 14:50 |
| 4 | 15:00 | 16:42 | 16:50 |
Return (THSR Chiayi Station → Chiayi Train Station)
| Service | THSR Chiayi Station | NPM Southern Branch | Chiayi Train Station |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10:00 | 10:08 | 11:50 |
| 2 | 12:00 | 12:08 | 13:50 |
| 3 | 15:00 | 15:08 | 16:50 |
| 4 | 17:00 | 17:08 | 18:50 |
Outbound (Chiayi Train Station → THSR Chiayi Station)
| Service | Chiayi Train Station | NPM Southern Branch | THSR Chiayi Station |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 07:00 | 08:42 | 08:50 |
| 2 | 08:00 | 09:42 | 09:50 |
| 3 | 09:00 | 10:42 | 10:50 |
| 4 | 10:00 | 11:42 | 11:50 |
| 5 | 12:00 | 13:42 | 13:50 |
| 6 | 13:00 | 14:42 | 14:50 |
| 7 | 14:00 | 15:42 | 15:50 |
| 8 | 15:00 | 16:42 | 16:50 |
Return (THSR Chiayi Station → Chiayi Train Station)
| Service | THSR Chiayi Station | NPM Southern Branch | Chiayi Train Station |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 09:00 | 09:08 | 10:50 |
| 2 | 10:00 | 10:08 | 11:50 |
| 3 | 11:00 | 11:08 | 12:50 |
| 4 | 12:00 | 12:08 | 13:50 |
| 5 | 14:00 | 14:08 | 15:50 |
| 6 | 15:00 | 15:08 | 16:50 |
| 7 | 16:00 | 16:08 | 17:50 |
| 8 | 17:00 | 17:08 | 18:50 |
| Route | Cash | IC Card |
|---|---|---|
| Chiayi Train Station → NPM Southern Branch | NT$147 | NT$129 |
| Chiayi Train Station → THSR Chiayi Station | NT$159 | NT$140 |
| THSR Chiayi Station → NPM Southern Branch | NT$25 | NT$22 |
| Chiayi Train Station → Xingang Fengtian Temple | NT$93 | NT$81 |
| Chiayi Train Station → National Chung Cheng University | NT$47 | NT$41 |
💡 Using an IC card (EasyCard, iPASS, etc.) offers discounted fares. Recommended for all passengers.
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Yes. The bus accepts EasyCard, iPASS, and icash 2.0. IC card fares are cheaper than cash.
By car: approximately 9 minutes. By Bus 106: approximately 20 minutes. Fare: NT$25 cash / NT$22 IC card.
Yes. Some services operate low-floor buses. Wheelchair users can make advance reservations for accessible services.
Yes. There are 4 services on weekdays and 8 services on weekends and holidays.
Exit from the front entrance of Chiayi Train Station and walk along Zhongshan Road for about 2 minutes to find the Taiwan Tourist Shuttle bus stop.
Small pets must be kept in a pet carrier or bag and should not disturb other passengers.
Yes. Some services operate as express or limited-stop routes. Please check the Taiwan Tourist Shuttle website for details.
| Tip | Description |
|---|---|
| ⏰ Arrive Early | Arrive at the bus stop 10 minutes before departure |
| 🔍 Check Direction | Confirm the destination displayed on the bus before boarding |
| 💰 Prepare Exact Change | No change given for cash payments |
| 📱 Use the App | Check real-time bus location before heading to the stop |
Last Updated: December 2025
Sources: Taiwan Tourist Shuttle, Chiayi County Bus Administration, Google Maps