Taiwan PASS (Taiwan Railway Version) | Taiwan Railway + MRT + Tourist Area Shuttle Service
- Essential transportation tickets for independent travel in Taiwan; the most convenient mode of transportation for touring western Taiwan.
- The ultimate transportation pass for traveling in Taiwan, the "Taiwan PASS (Taiwan Railway Version)," allows you to use Taiwan Railway, MRT, and Taiwan Tourist Shuttle Tourist Shuttle for up to 3 days, providing flexible travel options and making it the perfect companion for exploring Taiwan!
- Issued by the Tourism Administration of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications, this product is safe, convenient, and easy to use even for first-time visitors to Taiwan.
- Using the Taiwan Railway Unlimited 3-Day Pass significantly reduces travel time between cities, allowing you to explore more attractions in different cities across Taiwan.
- Easily explore the entire city by taking the local MRT and experience the daily transportation of Taiwanese people.
- Taiwan Tourist Shuttle Shuttle buses connect to popular tourist attractions that are difficult to reach, eliminating worries about how to get to remote and famous places.
Product Info
Taiwan PASS is a transportation pass issued by the Tourism Administration of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications. It covers major modes of transportation such as Taiwan Railways, MRT, and Taiwan Tourist Shuttle Shuttle, making it easy and convenient for independent travelers to travel throughout Taiwan!
Taiwan PASS requires a dedicated app; see the official website for details.
Due to the large number of applicable projects, a detailed list can be found at the following website or by activating the plan in the app to view the available projects:
Taiwan Pass (Taiwan Railway Version)
Instructions on eligibility for child tickets:
Children's tickets are determined by age: children under 12 years old.
Full price: Anyone aged 12 or older, regardless of height, should purchase a full price ticket.Judging by height (when proof of age cannot be provided).
Free ride for children under 115 cm tall.
Children's tickets: those who are 115 cm or taller but under 150 cm tall.
Unanimous vote: Anyone who is 150 cm or taller.
Senior Citizen Ticket Eligibility Guidelines:
According to the "Elderly Welfare Act", citizens aged 65 and above or permanent residents with permanent residence permits marked as having preferential treatment on domestic public transportation can use senior citizen tickets when riding public transportation.
The age of the elderly is calculated based on the date of travel.Identity verification will be conducted at the entrance gates and on the train. Please have your senior citizen identification documents ready when boarding.
International travel discount programs and frequently asked questions (FAQ):
What is the expiration date for tickets and accommodation vouchers?
Ticket activation: You must complete the activation by entering the serial number starting with "85" in the Taiwan PASS APP before 115/12/31 .
Accommodation voucher: Must be redeemed and used before 115/12/31 .
※ Failure to use within the specified period will be considered a waiver, and no extension, cancellation, or refund can be requested.Can I cancel or get a refund after purchasing?
Once tickets are activated, cancellations and refunds are not accepted. For refunds of unactivated products, please follow the original purchase channel's refund and cancellation policy.What is the latest time I need to use it up?
Activation deadline: You must enter your serial number starting with "85", ID number and other necessary personal information in the Taiwan PASS APP before 11/12/31 to complete the serial number activation.
Usage Period: Once the Taiwan PASS Taiwan Railway version serial number is activated, all product contents must be redeemed within 365 days (please refer to Instructions 2 | What is the 7-day usage period? When does it start? ); the complimentary weekday accommodation voucher must be used before 115/12/31.
Consequences of Overdue Validity: If the Taiwan PASS Taiwan Railway version serial number is not activated by the expiration date, or the weekday accommodation voucher is not used by the expiration date, it will be considered as a forfeiture, and no extension, refund or compensation can be requested.Are there any restrictions on purchasing based on identity for this event?
This promotion is an exclusive offer from China Travel Service and is only available to Taiwanese citizens holding Republic of China ID cards .Does the ID number entered in the app have to belong to the user?
Yes, this plan is for personal use only. Accommodation providers will verify your original ID card upon check-in and check the ID number entered in the app to ensure consistency for subsequent verification. Please ensure you enter the information accurately, as the ID number cannot be changed once entered and the card is activated . Please confirm again before submitting.Tickets are issued under a real-name system and are for personal use only. When activating a ticket on the Taiwan PASS APP, the user's ID number must be entered. When redeeming Taiwan Railway Passes, reserving seats, and during travel, users must carry the original of a valid government-issued document displaying their photo, ID number, and date of birth, such as an ID card, National Health Insurance card, or driver's license, for verification by station or train staff.
Senior citizen tickets are non-transferable. If you do not carry your ID, the ID does not match the ticket information, it cannot be identified as your own, or someone else is using the ticket to board the train, it will be considered as incorrect identity or traveling without a ticket. You will need to pay a supplementary ticket according to Taiwan Railways Administration regulations, and may be charged an additional 50% of the ticket price. The original travel pass will not be refundable.How can I use the accommodation voucher? Are there any restrictions?
Please log in to your personal information on the Tourism Bureau's "Domestic Travel Subsidy Application System" before using it.
Accommodation is valid only on weekdays (Sunday to Thursday) , excluding national holidays and consecutive holidays.
The discount is limited to one time per room per night, with a maximum discount of NT$1,500 per instance. It cannot be used in multiple transactions. If the discount amount is less than NT$1,500, the remaining credit will be forfeited.
Booking channels: You must book directly with the accommodation providers participating in the incentive program, or through a legal online travel agency (OTA) approved by the Tourism Bureau. Please check the list of participating accommodations and OTAs on the "Domestic Travel Subsidy Application System".
When booking a hotel through an OTA and using a weekday accommodation voucher, please follow the application process for each OTA's published incentive program and provide the accommodation voucher serial number or other necessary personal information.More detailed information
Applicable only to citizens holding Republic of China ID cards
Instructions for using the NT$1,500 weekday accommodation voucher (applicable only to Taiwanese citizens holding a Republic of China ID card): A designated package must be purchased.
Exclusively for R.O.C. citizens with a national ID card
Purchase Notice
- If the purchased plan has not yet been activated by entering the serial number in the APP, you can get a full refund through the original purchase channel. Once the purchased plan is activated in the APP, it cannot be refunded or exchanged.
- Some products require advance reservation or exchange for physical tickets/cards. Please be sure to follow the instructions to complete the exchange/reservation process to protect your rights.
- If you lose your redeemed physical tickets or paper tickets, we regret that we cannot reissue them. Please keep them safe.
- Once redeemed, used, or expired, all items are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.
- Please confirm your travel plans and usage scope before purchasing to avoid damage to the product.
- Taiwan Railway Pass:
In the event of force majeure such as typhoons, during periods of maritime typhoon warnings or route disruptions, resulting in train cancellations, missed journeys, or inability to board, please present your "Unused Seat Ticket and Taiwan Railway Pass" at a designated Taiwan Railway station to change the usage date or obtain a refund.
(1) Before the activation date of the "Taiwan Railway Pass": Passengers are allowed to change the activation date, but no refund or cancellation service is provided. (Please present the physical "Taiwan Railway Pass" at one of the 66 designated Taiwan Railway stations to process the change).
(2) After the activation date of the "Taiwan Railway Pass": Since the activation date has passed, only a refund service is provided and the date cannot be changed! The refund period will be determined based on the usage status (can be processed at any station in Taiwan).
Refund process for force majeure events: Passengers can go to a Taiwan Railway station with their "Taiwan Railway Pass" ticket or seat ticket to apply for a refund through the original purchase channel. Refunds will be issued proportionally based on the passenger's ticket status.
Reminders
If a Taiwan PASS Taiwan Railway version serial number is not activated after its expiration date, or if a weekday accommodation voucher is not used after its expiration date, it will be considered as a forfeiture, and no extension, refund, or compensation can be requested.
If the ticket cannot be used after redemption due to personal reasons, the order will not be cancelled or partially refunded. Please be advised.
No refund or return will be accepted after any product has been exchanged and used.
We will not reissue lost tickets or paper tickets. Please keep them in a safe place.
In the event of force majeure (including but not limited to typhoons, earthquakes, heavy rains and other natural disasters), the organizer may postpone or cancel the event for the sake of public safety, and notify and contact the participants in advance. If there are any unresolved matters, the organizer reserves the right to modify, terminate or change the details of the event.
How to Use
Taiwan PASS TRA Version Usage Guidelines:
- How to use: This package must be redeemed and used via the Taiwan PASS APP. Please install the dedicated app first: Click here to download Taiwan PASS APP.
Validity Period Explanation (in chronological order of operation):
- Activate Plan: You must activate the plan within 1 year of purchase, by 2026/12/31 (50% Off Domestic Travel, Domestic Travel Exclusive), by entering the '85-series serial number from your order voucher' in the APP.
Example: If you purchase the TRA version plan on 2026/1/1, you must complete the plan activation in the APP by 2027/1/1 (After activation, the APP screen will display the card at the top and the product category list at the bottom).
50% Off Domestic Travel, Domestic Travel Exclusive Example: If you purchase the TRA version plan on 2026/1/1, you must complete the plan activation in the APP by 2026/12/31 (After activation, the APP screen will display the card at the top and the product category list at the bottom). - Plan Validity Period (varies depending on 'whether the first redeemed product is the TRA pass'):
Scenario ➀ The first redeemed product is the physical 'TRA Pass' card
After receiving the physical TRA Pass card, travelers must use (ride, enter, or redeem a physical ticket for) at least 1 non-major transportation category product within 30 days. After this, all remaining products must be used within 7 days.
Example: If you redeem the physical card at a designated TRA counter on 2026/1/3, you must redeem the 2nd non-major transportation product (e.g., Fun Pass) at a designated location by 2026/2/2. After completing the 2nd product redemption, all remaining products must be used or ridden on-site by 2026/2/9.
Scenario ➁ The first redeemed product is 'not' the physical TRA Pass card
Starting from the date of the first use (ride, entry, or redemption of a physical ticket), please use all remaining products on-site within 7 days.
Example: If the first product selected is the 'Taipei Fun Pass 2-Day Pass' and you redeem the physical card at the counter on 2026/1/3, all remaining products must be used or redeemed on-site by 2026/1/9.
- For opening hours of attractions or transportation-related information (such as schedule changes, times, etc.), please refer to the latest announcements on each official website.
- In the event of force majeure (such as typhoons, earthquakes, or other natural disasters), the organizer may postpone or cancel the event and reserves the right to modify the details of the event content.
Redemption locations for physical cards:
Please present your voucher at one of the following 66 designated station counters across Taiwan for redemption:
- Northern Region (Keelung—Hsinchu)
Keelung, Qidu, Xizhi, Xike, Nangang, Songshan, Taipei, Wanhua, Banqiao, Shulin, Yingge, Taoyuan, Zhongli, Yangmei, Hukou, Zhubei, Hsinchu - Central Region (Miaoli—Changhua)
Zhunan, Houlong, Tongxiao, Yuanli, Dajia, Shalu, Miaoli, Sanyi, Fengyuan, Taichung, Xinwuri, Changhua, Yuanlin, Tianzhong, Ershui - Southern Region (Yunlin—Fangliao)
Douliu, Dounan, Minxiong, Chiayi, Xinying, Longtian, Shanhua, Yongkang, Tainan, Gangshan, Nanzi, Xinzuoying, Kaohsiung, Fengshan, Pingtung, Chaozhou, Fangliao - Eastern Region (Yilan—Taitung)
Jiaoxi, Toucheng, Fulong, Luodong, Yilan, Ruifang, Hualien, Xincheng, Shoufeng, Fenglin, Guangfu, Ruisui, Yuli, Chishang, Guanshan, Taitung
Taipei Fun Pass | Transportation Edition 2-Day Pass
- Lion Travel - Taoyuan Airport Terminal 1 Arrival Hall
Location: Taoyuan Airport Terminal 1 Arrival Hall 1F Counter
Business Hours: Monday~Friday 8:00~17:00
Phone: 03-2756-169 - Lion Travel - Taoyuan Airport Terminal 2 Arrival Hall
Location: Taoyuan Airport Terminal 2 Arrival Hall 1F Counter, near North Meeting Point
Business Hours: Monday~Friday 8:00~17:00
Phone: 03-2756-168 - Lion Travel - Taipei Station Front Store
Location: Taipei Main Station Ticket Hall
Time: 06:00~19:00, Saturday~Sunday 06:00~19:00
Phone: 02-2314-1880 - iVideo - Taoyuan Airport Terminal 1 Arrival Hall
Location: Taoyuan Airport Terminal 1 Arrival Hall Counter 1, near South Meeting Point
Business Hours: Monday 04:30-23:00 - iVideo - Taoyuan Airport Terminal 2 Arrival Hall
Location: Taoyuan Airport Terminal 2 Arrival Hall Counter 1, near North Meeting Point
Business Hours: Monday~Sunday 04:30~23:00
Phone: 03-399-2378
Taoyuan Airport MRT | Round-trip Ticket
- Taipei Main Station (A1) (B1) Information Counter 1
Address: No. 8, Zhengzhou Rd., Zhongzheng Dist., Taipei City
Business Hours: Subject to Taoyuan MRT business hours
Phone: 03-286-8789 - Taoyuan MRT A12 Airport Terminal 1 Station
Address: B1 Information Counter Hall Level
Business Hours: Subject to Taoyuan MRT business hours
Phone: 03-286-8789 - Taoyuan MRT A13 Airport Terminal 2 Station
Address: B2 Information Counter Hall Level, near Exit 1
Business Hours: Subject to Taoyuan MRT business hours
Phone: 03-286-8789
Taiwan Tourist Shuttle - Cingjing Line Round-trip Ticket
- Nantou Bus - Taichung Gancheng Station
Address: No. 35-8, Shuangshi Rd., Taichung City
Business Hours: 06:00-22:00
Phone: (04)22256418 - Nantou Bus - HSR Taichung Station
Address: HSR Station 1F, Exit 5 Service Counter
Business Hours: 07:30-18:00 (Redemption until 17:30)
Phone: (04)36018665
Taiwan Tourist Shuttle - Kenting Express Round-trip Ticket
- Kenting Express Service Counter - HSR Zuoying Station Exit 2
Address: No. 107, Gaotie Rd., Zuoying Dist., Kaohsiung City
Business Hours: 07:45-19:30
Phone: 07-8625388
Yilan Tourist Shuttle 3-Day Pass
- Kamalan Bus Ticket Counter: Taipei Bus Station 1F, Counters 13, 14, 15
Address: 1F, No. 209, Civic Blvd., Datong Dist., Taipei City
Business Hours: 07:00-23:00
FAQ
1. What is the Taiwan PASS and how does it facilitate travel across Taiwan?
The Taiwan PASS is a flexible transportation package designed for independent travelers, offering unlimited rides on Taiwan Railways and a choice of 4 MRT lines and 4 Taiwan Travel Bus routes. Available for 3 or 5 consecutive days, it simplifies inter-city movement and local exploration, serving as a convenient solution for navigating Taiwan's diverse regions efficiently.
2. What transportation options are included with the Taiwan PASS for exploring various destinations?
The Taiwan PASS includes unlimited travel on the Taiwan Railway network, enabling seamless connections between major cities. Additionally, it provides access to a selection of 4 MRT lines for convenient urban exploration and 4 Taiwan Travel Bus routes, which are specifically designed to link travelers to popular and often less accessible attractions.
3. How does the Taiwan PASS enhance the travel experience for exploring different cities in Taiwan?
The Taiwan PASS enhances the travel experience by providing convenient and flexible transportation. It significantly shortens travel time between cities via Taiwan Railways, allowing more time for exploration. The inclusion of MRT and Taiwan Travel Bus options ensures easy access within cities and to famous, sometimes remote, scenic spots, streamlining itinerary planning for independent travelers.
4. What are the available validity periods for the Taiwan PASS?
The Taiwan PASS is available in two flexible validity periods to suit different travel plans: a 3-consecutive-day pass and a 5-consecutive-day pass. Travelers can select the option that best fits their itinerary for exploring Taiwan's cities and attractions, providing continuous access to the included transportation services from the first day of use.
5. Is Taiwan's public transportation system suitable for tourists, especially when utilizing the Taiwan PASS?
Taiwan's public transportation system is highly regarded for its efficiency, punctuality, and cleanliness, making it very suitable for tourists. With the Taiwan PASS, travelers can easily navigate cities using the MRT and reach inter-city destinations via Taiwan Railways. The dedicated Taiwan Travel Bus routes further extend accessibility to many famous attractions, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable travel experience.
6. Which regions and attractions can be reached efficiently using the Taiwan PASS?
The Taiwan PASS primarily facilitates efficient travel between various cities across Taiwan, particularly in the western regions, using Taiwan Railways. Within metropolitan areas, the chosen MRT lines allow for easy urban exploration. Furthermore, the Taiwan Travel Bus routes connect to many famous attractions that are often difficult to reach by other means, expanding access to both city sights and scenic destinations.
7. How can travelers purchase the Taiwan PASS for their trip to Taiwan?
Travelers can conveniently purchase the Taiwan PASS through reliable online travel platforms. For a hassle-free experience with immediate digital delivery and comprehensive support, you can book your Taiwan PASS through KKday. This allows you to secure your pass in advance and activate it upon arrival, ensuring you are ready to begin your journey across Taiwan seamlessly and with ease.
8. How does the Taiwan Travel Bus, included in the Taiwan PASS, assist in reaching remote attractions?
The Taiwan Travel Bus is a crucial component of the Taiwan PASS, designed to bridge gaps in public transport accessibility. It operates specific routes that connect major transportation hubs directly to famous tourist attractions, including those often considered remote or less convenient to reach by train or standard city bus. This service eliminates the need for complex transfers, allowing travelers to comfortably visit scenic spots.
