Cities Near Taichung
Cities near Taichung, TW: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Nantou, Puli, Douliu. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Taichung, TW is Nantou, about 16 mi (26 km) away — roughly 31 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nantou | 16 mi / 26 km | 31 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Puli | 22 mi / 35 km | 42 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Douliu | 32 mi / 51 km | 56 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hsinchu | 49 mi / 79 km | 1 hr 27 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hualien City | 59 mi / 95 km | 1 hr 46 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Daxi | 64 mi / 102 km | 1 hr 54 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Banqiao | 78 mi / 125 km | 1 hr 48 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Yilan | 79 mi / 128 km | 1 hr 51 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Magong | 80 mi / 129 km | 1 hr 52 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Tainan | 85 mi / 137 km | 1 hr 59 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Taichung
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Nantou, Puli, Douliu, Hsinchu, Hualien City. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Taichung include Nantou, Puli, Douliu, Hsinchu, Hualien City. The closest is Nantou, about 16 miles (26 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.