Taipei–Taoyuan Airport Bus 1819 (Round-trip)
24-hr Kuo-Kuang 1819 coach linking Taoyuan Airport (TPE) to Taipei Main Station in ~60 min with Wi-Fi onboard. Compare live prices and coupons.
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What it is
Operated by Kuo-Kuang Motor Transportation, Route 1819 is a direct express coach connecting Taoyuan International Airport (both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2) with Taipei Bus Station, located on the 4th floor of the Taipei Main Station complex. The route makes a handful of intermediate stops — including the Ambassador Hotel area and Taini Building (near Mackay Memorial Hospital) — but is predominantly non-stop in character, keeping journey times to roughly 55–70 minutes depending on traffic. Coaches are full-size, air-conditioned, and equipped with luggage racks below, making them well-suited for travelers with checked baggage. The round-trip ticket gives you one inbound and one outbound journey, letting you skip the ticket queue on arrival and departure alike.
Highlights
- 24-hour operation: buses run through midnight and early morning, so early-morning and red-eye flight travelers are fully covered without needing a taxi.
- Frequent departures: daytime service typically runs every 15–20 minutes; overnight gaps are usually no longer than 30–60 minutes, keeping wait times short.
- Direct route via key landmarks: intermediate stops include the Ambassador Hotel corridor and the Taini Building (near Mackay Memorial Hospital), convenient for anyone staying in Zhongshan District.
- On-board amenities: all coaches feature free Wi-Fi and USB charging ports at every seat, so you can stay connected and charged during the roughly one-hour ride.
- Luggage-friendly: designated below-deck storage accommodates standard checked luggage (max combined dimensions 180 cm per bag; up to 2 bags included per ticket).
- Taipei Bus Station terminal: the city-side terminus is at Platform 409, 4th Floor, Taipei Bus Station — connected directly to Taipei Main Station, the MRT, and Taiwan High Speed Rail.
Good to know
- Journey time is typically 55–70 minutes one-way; allow up to 90 minutes during peak evening hours when highway traffic toward TPE can be heavy.
- Redemption and boarding in Taipei is at the Kuo-Kuang Bus Counter, Platform 409, 4th Floor, Taipei Bus Station (effective from January 1, 2025 — the old Kuo-Kuang standalone terminal is no longer used).
- Airport boarding: buses depart from the ground-floor arrivals area of Terminal 1 and Terminal 2; look for clearly marked Kuo-Kuang / 1819 bus bays outside each terminal.
- Payment options: EasyCard and other compatible IC transit cards are accepted at the bus; round-trip tickets purchased via OTA platforms (Klook, KKday, etc.) typically include a printed or QR voucher redeemable on boarding.
Frequently asked
- How long does the Kuo-Kuang 1819 bus take from Taoyuan Airport to Taipei Main Station?
- The journey typically takes around 55–70 minutes under normal traffic conditions. During peak evening hours or on public holidays, travel time can stretch closer to 90 minutes. The bus runs 24 hours a day, so you won't be stranded regardless of your flight time.
- Where exactly do I board and exit the 1819 bus in Taipei?
- Since January 2025, the Taipei terminus is Platform 409 on the 4th Floor of Taipei Bus Station, which is integrated into the Taipei Main Station complex. From there you can walk to the MRT, Taiwan Railways, or Taiwan High Speed Rail within minutes. At the airport, boarding is outside the arrivals hall of Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 — follow the Kuo-Kuang / 1819 signs.
- Is a round-trip 1819 bus ticket better value than two single tickets?
- Round-trip tickets sold through platforms like Klook or KKday are usually priced at or slightly below the cost of two one-way fares, and they let you skip the ticket counter on both legs of the trip. They're valid for an open return (no fixed date on the second journey), making them especially convenient for travelers whose return schedule is flexible.