Taxis in Taiwan, and the apps to use

Uber works well in Taiwan and is easy for visitors, and locals use LINE Taxi (through the LINE messaging app) and Taiwan Taxi (55688). Any of them sets the destination in the app, which is the real benefit given the language.

Street taxis are everywhere and cheap, so hailing one works too. Have your destination written in Chinese or shown on a map, since many drivers speak limited English.

From Taoyuan (TPE), the Airport MRT runs into central Taipei in about 40 minutes for a modest fare (around NT$150), which is the easy choice. High Speed Rail and airport buses are alternatives.

A taxi into Taipei is reliable but pricey (roughly NT$1,000 to NT$1,200), so it mainly suits a group or a late arrival. An EasyCard covers the MRT and buses on a tap.

Taiwanese taxis are yellow, metered, cheap and honest, with a low base fare and a late-night surcharge. There is nothing to negotiate, and they are plentiful in cities.

Two practical notes: most taxis are cash (some take cards or an EasyCard, but do not count on it), and English is limited, so a written or on-screen Chinese address makes the trip smooth.

Fares are metered and cheap, paid mostly in cash (keep some NT dollars), or in the app when you book. You do not tip in Taiwan.

For more, see tipping in Taiwan, cash or card in Taiwan, and the Taiwan money guide.

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