Transportation in Tainan

# Getting Around Tainan: Transportation Overview Tainan, Taiwan's oldest city, is best explored using a combination of local transportation options. The city offers public buses, taxis, and rental scooters/bicycles as primary transport modes. For first-time visitors, renting a scooter is often the most flexible option for reaching Tainan's spread-out historical sites and temples, though the public bus network covers major attractions if you prefer not to ride. Taxis are readily available and useful for direct routes, particularly when traveling with luggage or in groups. **Airport Access**: Tainan is served by Tainan Airport for domestic flights, with limited international connections. Most international visitors arrive via Taoyuan International Airport (near Taipei) or Kaohsiung International Airport. From Kaohsiung Airport, you can reach Tainan via bus or train connections—check current schedules and booking options using the transportation widgets on this site for the most up-to-date service information. **Practical Tip**: While Tainan's city center is relatively compact, many must-see attractions lie outside the downtown area. Consider your itinerary when choosing transport—scooters offer maximum flexibility for temple-hopping and coastal areas, while buses work well if you're sticking to main tourist sites. For current routes, schedules, and pricing across all transport options, use the booking tools provided on this page.

Tainan Railway Station connects to local buses and is the main hub for exploring the city

Renting a scooter or bicycle is popular for navigating Tainan's historic districts and temples

Download the Taiwan Bus+ app for real-time bus tracking and route planning in Tainan

Tainan's compact old town area is walkable, but transport is needed for outlying attractions like Anping Fort