Cities Near Tamsui
Cities near Tamsui, Taiwan: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Taipei, Taoyuan, Keelung. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Tamsui, Taiwan is Taipei, about 11 mi (17 km) away — roughly 36 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taipei | 11 mi / 17 km | 36 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Taoyuan | 15 mi / 25 km | 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Keelung | 19 mi / 31 km | 37 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Daxi | 22 mi / 36 km | 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Yilan | 35 mi / 56 km | 1 hr 3 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hsinchu | 39 mi / 63 km | 1 hr 10 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hualien City | 84 mi / 134 km | 1 hr 56 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Taichung | 86 mi / 138 km | 1 hr 59 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Puli | 89 mi / 143 km | 2 hr 4 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Nantou | 100 mi / 161 km | 2 hr 19 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Tamsui
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Taipei, Taoyuan, Keelung, Daxi, Yilan. 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 Tamsui include Taipei, Taoyuan, Keelung, Daxi, Yilan. The closest is Taipei, about 11 miles (17 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.