Originally Posted by
eng3
Yes I realize I'm early for Taiwan. But I'll be going to Malaysia and Singapore. KL seems to have interest decorations in the malls. Singapore also has alot of decorations outside. So I think it is good enough for this trip.
I realize Jiufen + Taichung doesn't really make that much sense. However, for me night markets are #1 for a visit to taiwan. I've visited the ones in Taipei several times and want something new. And I've never been outside of Taipei. I mention the CNY decorations because I happen to be there around CNY. I do have a very long day. My flight arrives at 6am and I don't depart til midnight.
Yes I see that the HSR station is not close to the market. Google is recommending bus #160 over the subway. Is that correct?
If there's another place with something interesting on 1/23 then maybe it's worth revamping my plans. Otherwise, I think I've got a plan.
Yes, worst case, I can take a uber/taxi.
BTW, I'll arrive T2 but looks like my departure is at T1. So after arriving, I'll have to head over to T1 to store my bag. If I recall, there's a train I can take to T1 from landside. Then I recall there are lockers at T1.
OK, got all that. There is a free shuttle bus between the terminals at TPE on the ground level, same level as arrivals. No need to go down to the metro for a one-stop ride.
The bus from Taichung HSR Station to Fengchia may not run very often. The schedule should be posted at the bus stop area, ask someone if you need help reading it. If the wait is too long, take a taxi. Allow enough time to get back to the HSR Station. It's doable, but you don't want any hiccups. If it is raining or a lot of people are getting off work when you leave Fengchia, it can be hard to call a car. That bus runs like every 40 minutes, so you want to know where the stop is and not miss it. As a backup, it should be a 20ish minute walk to the nearest metro station which goes to the HSR station.
Enjoy your trip!