12 km · 25-40 min · From $28-38
Taipei 101 and the surrounding Xinyi District sit 12 km southeast of central Taipei, about 50 km from Taoyuan International Airport. This premium shopping and business zone attracts visitors heading to Taiwan's iconic skyscraper, luxury malls like Breeze Center and ATT 4 FUN, and corporate offices. Transport options include airport buses, MRT via transfer, metered taxis, and pre-booked private transfers.
| Option | Price (est.) | What's included |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-booked transfer | $28-38 | Fixed all-in price · meet & greet · flight tracking · ALL surcharges and tolls included · free cancellation |
| Metered taxi |
⚠ $15-22 meter ONLY + $4-9 surcharges, tolls, tip ≈ $19-31 typical total |
Meter only - airport surcharge, tolls, midnight surcharge and tip added on top. Final cost varies with traffic. |
| Ride-hailing app | N/A | Upfront pricing - pickup may require walking to a designated zone, surge during busy times |
Note: Pre-booked transfer prices are the all-in amount you actually pay. Metered taxi prices shown are the meter only - typical out-of-pocket cost is 20–40% higher once airport surcharges, tolls and tip are added. Compare like-for-like before deciding.
The Airport MRT (NT$160, 40 minutes to Taipei Main Station, then Blue Line transfer to Taipei 101/World Trade Center) offers the most economical route but requires luggage handling through two stations. Direct airport buses like 1961 (NT$145, 60-80 minutes) stop near Taipei 101 but run less frequently. Metered yellow taxis charge NT$480-700 using the meter from downtown taxi ranks, while airport taxi stands quote flat rates around NT$1,100-1,300. Pre-booked private transfers (NT$900-1,200) provide fixed pricing and meet you at arrivals with a nameplate.
Taxis make sense for late-night arrivals after 11:30 PM when MRT stops running, groups of 3-4 sharing costs, or travelers with multiple suitcases navigating to hotels like W Taipei or Grand Hyatt. Early morning departures before 6 AM also warrant direct taxi service from Xinyi.
Taiwan primarily uses TaiwanTaxi (55688 app) for ride-hailing rather than Grab or Uber, which exited the market. Yoxi and Line Taxi also operate in Taipei with transparent pricing. Book from the downtown Xinyi area, not directly from the airport where apps face restrictions.
Usually enough to get you there: pre-booked drivers are screened for basic English, while metered taxi drivers vary from fluent to phrasebook level. A Google Maps pin or the address in local script solves most misunderstandings before they happen.
Pre-booked transfers include flight tracking - the driver waits regardless of how long the delay is, at no extra cost. Metered taxis are always available at Taipei (TPE) but queues can be long during peak arrival times, and counters may close for late-night flights.
There are three price levels: a ride-hailing app at roughly N/A, a metered taxi at $15-22 on the meter (plan for 20-40% more after airport surcharges, tolls and tip), and a pre-booked transfer at $28-38 - the only option where the amount you see is the amount you pay.
In light traffic the 12 km takes about 25-40 min. During peak hours in Taipei, add 20-30 minutes of buffer. A pre-booked driver monitors your flight, so even a late landing does not complicate the pickup.
Taiwan primarily uses TaiwanTaxi (55688 app) for ride-hailing rather than Grab or Uber, which exited the market. Yoxi and Line Taxi also operate in Taipei with transparent pricing. Book from the downtown Xinyi area, not directly from the airport where apps face restrictions. A ride-hailing fare of about N/A is normally the cheapest, with the trade-off that pickup zones can be a walk from arrivals. If you value certainty over the last few dollars, a fixed-price transfer at $28-38 removes every surprise.
Pre-booking is safer because the price is fixed in advance, your driver waits at arrivals with a name sign, and there is a record of the booking. Airport taxi counters at Taipei (TPE) are legitimate but typically charge more than the running meter. Unlicensed drivers approaching arriving passengers inside the terminal should always be avoided.
See our full Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport transfer guide for all destinations, local taxi tips, FAQ and booking options. Or browse Taipei airport transfers covering all city neighborhoods. For nationwide context, see our Taiwan transfer guide.