ARRIVING AT
TAIPEILeaving Taipei Songshan: transport guide
Taipei Songshan · Taiwan
Low riskUpdated June 2026High confidence
MRT station at terminal. Metered taxis honest. Essentially no scams.
TL;DR
TSA (Taipei Songshan) is the main international airport serving Taipei, Taiwan. The recommended way out is Take Taipei Metro Brown Line at terminal (~TWD 25, 15 min). Pickup is at Station connected to arrivals. Fares on the TSA → Taipei 101 route typically run TWD 25 MRT / TWD 200 taxi; anything above TWD 600+ off-meter is almost certainly a scam. Last updated June 2026.
IF YOU ONLY READ ONE THING
Take Taipei Metro Brown Line at terminal
- Typical fare
- TWD 25
- Journey time
- 15 min
- Pickup
- Station connected to arrivals
WARNING · Use metered taxi rank if going with heavy bags
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Compare your options at a glance
| Option | Cost | Wait | Payment | Pick |
|---|---|---|---|---|
MRT Brown Line | TWD 25 | Every 6 min | 💳Card / Cash | |
Metered taxi | TWD 150–TWD 300 | Immediate | 💳Card / Cash | |
Uber | TWD 180–TWD 320 | 3–8 min | 💳Card | |
City bus | TWD 15–TWD 30 | Every 10–20 min | 💳Card / Cash | — |
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Your first 30 minutes
- 1Clear immigration
- 2Collect bags
- 3Buy EasyCard at 7-Eleven or MRT machine
- 4Walk to MRT station
- 5Ride to destination
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Airport exit score
AIRPORT EXIT SCORE
94/ 100
- Scam risk99
- Public transport94
- Ride-hailing89
- Signage clarity94
- Payment convenience89
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Fare reality check
TSA → Taipei 101
- TWD 25 MRT / TWD 200 taxiExpectedWhat locals actually pay
- TWD 400+ConcerningQuestion this — ask for the meter
- TWD 600+ off-meterProbably being scammedWalk away. Find another ride.
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Best ways out, ranked
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MRT Brown Line
RECOMMENDED- Cost
- TWD 25
- Journey
- 15 min
- Wait
- Every 6 min
- Payment
- 💳 Card / Cash
Pros- Cheap
- Fast
Cons - 2
Metered taxi
RECOMMENDED- Cost
- TWD 150–TWD 300
- Journey
- 15–25 min
- Wait
- Immediate
- Payment
- 💳 Card / Cash
Pros- Direct
- Cheap
Cons - 3
Uber
RECOMMENDED- Cost
- TWD 180–TWD 320
- Journey
- 15–25 min
- Wait
- 3–8 min
- Payment
- 💳 Card
Pros- Tracked
Cons - 4
City bus
- Cost
- TWD 15–TWD 30
- Journey
- 25–40 min
- Wait
- Every 10–20 min
- Payment
- 💳 Card / Cash
Pros- Cheapest
Cons- Slower
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Paying without surprises
- EasyCard universal; TWD cash for small shops
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Common scams
We're still gathering intelligence for this airport.
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What locals & travellers say
TSA·Taipei
“TSA is inside the city — often faster to central Taipei than TPE by 40+ min.”
Official AirportTaipei CityChecked June 2026anecdotal
- "TSA is inside the city — often faster to central Taipei than TPE by 40+ min." — Taipei City
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Arrival checklist
- EasyCard
- Google Maps
- Hotel address in Chinese
✉︎
Take it with you
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TSA arrival FAQs
- What is the safest way to leave Taipei Songshan?
- Take Taipei Metro Brown Line at terminal. Use metered taxi rank if going with heavy bags.
- Are taxis at TSA safe?
- Use the official taxi rank outside arrivals, confirm the meter is on before pulling away, and never accept a fare from someone approaching you inside the terminal. Risk profile for this airport: low.
- Is ride-hailing (Uber, Bolt, Grab or similar) available at TSA?
- Yes — Uber works at TSA. Typical cost TWD 180–TWD 320, journey ~15–25 min. Use the in-app pickup point rather than the arrivals curb.
- How much should a taxi from TSA to the city centre cost?
- Expected fare on the TSA → Taipei 101 route is roughly TWD 25 MRT / TWD 200 taxi. Anything around TWD 400+ is high — TWD 600+ off-meter is a scam. Fares vary with traffic, time of day and taxi type, so confirm before you get in.
- Do I need cash for a taxi at TSA?
- Carry small local notes — MRT Brown Line expects card & cash. A backup card with no FX fees helps if a driver claims the terminal is broken.
- Where is the official taxi pickup at Taipei Songshan?
- Station connected to arrivals. If you can't see a marked rank with a dispatcher or queue, walk back inside and ask at the information desk — never take an offer from someone roaming arrivals.
- Is TSA safe to arrive at late at night?
- TSA is generally manageable at night if you stick to the official taxi rank or pre-book a transfer. Avoid empty bus stops and outdoor pickup zones, and confirm your ride is moving before sharing personal details.
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