How many MRT lines are there in Taipei?
6
Taipei Metro
| Overview | |
|---|---|
| Number of lines | 6 |
| Number of stations | 131 |
| Annual ridership | 595.65 million (2020) |
| Chief executive | BC Yen |
Is Taipei MRT profitable?
Based on the current 2016 Annual Report, Taipei Metro had a profit before tax of NT$1.51 billion (with a ‘b’) i.e. US$51.7 million, and after-tax net profit of NT$1.26 billion based on the total revenue of NT$19.31 billion.
Can you eat on Taiwan MRT?
Do not eat, drink, smoke or chew gum on the Metro or in stations. Stow your food and drinks in your bag. Passengers with respiratory symptoms or otherwise who are unwell should wear surgical masks.
Can you bring drinks onto MRT?
Can I eat and drink in trains and stations? No, it is not permitted. In 1987, the Rapid Transit Systems (RTS) Act was established by Parliament and it was declared that no food or drink was to be consumed in MRT trains and stations.
Is there a bullet train in Taiwan?
Taiwan High Speed Rail (THSR) is the high-speed railway of Taiwan consisting of one line that runs approximately 350 km (220 mi) along the west coast, from the capital Taipei to the southern city of Kaohsiung.
How long does it take to get to Taipei MRT?
Before boarding the MRT, please check if it is a purple express train or a blue commuter train. From Terminal 1, the express train takes 35 minutes to arrive at Taipei Main Station and the commuter train takes 50 minutes. Free 4G Wi-Fi is available at all stations.
What are the opening hours of the Taipei Metro?
Opening hours. To Taipei Main Station: From 05:59 am to 10:58 pm. To Taoyuan Airport: From 06:07 am to 11:37 pm. Each service has a 7-minute frequency until 00:00 am. As an advice, if you’re heading back to Taoyuan Airport, you may board a train at Raipei MRT Beimen Station in order to avoid the rush at Taipei Main Station.
How to get from Taoyuan Airport MRT to downtown Taipei?
By the Taoyuan Airport MRT is without a doubt the fastest way to get into downtown (the trip just takes 35 minutes) from both airport terminals (Terminal 1 and Terminal 2) straight to Taipei (Taipei Main Station). Taoyuan Airport MRT stands for the subway / metro in Taipei.
Where can I use the Taipei MRT EasyCard?
You get 20% discount when you use the Taipei MRT EasyCard. You can get one at information counters in all Taipei Metro stations as well as in most convenient stores (7-11, Family Mart, Hi-Life, OK Mart). Adult and Student cards cost NT$500. You can travel throughout Taiwan with the EasyCard – it is not limited to Taipei.