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Plan Your Trip

For international travelers, we recommend transiting through Kaohsiung, the nearest major city to Kenting. From there, you can conveniently reach the race venue via long-distance bus, taxi, or rental car. With multiple transport options available, getting to Kenting is both simple and stress-free.

Paradise in the South

The venue of Xtrail is located in Kenting, Hengchun Township. Situated at the southernmost tip of Taiwan, Kenting is renowned for its year-round warm climate, stunning beaches, and vibrant natural landscapes.

Paradise in the South

Airports

Taiwan has three main international airports.

Below are your options, with our recommended route marked for your convenience.

✈ 1. Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH)

✈ 2. Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)

✈ 3. Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)


Key Terms:

Code- Meaning

KHH:Kaohsiung International Airport — Closest to the race venue

TPE:Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport — Taiwan’s largest international hub

TSA:Taipei Songshan Airport — Closest to Taipei City center

THSR:Taiwan High Speed Rail — Fast, reliable cross-region train system

✈Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH)

KHH is the closest airport to Kenting.

KHH is located approximately 110 km away.
There are three suggested ways to reach Kenting from KHH.

A) Kenting Express Bus → Kenting (Stop: Xiaowan)
• After arrival at KHH, head to the Tourist Service Center in the arrival lobby (Terminal Level 1) to purchase tickets for the Kenting Airport Express Bus #9117B, which goes directly to Kenting.

• Alternatively, take the Kaohsiung MRT to HSR Zuoying Station, and then transfer to the Kenting Express Line #9189 at Exit 2.

• Both Line your stop is Xiaowan, the closest stop to the race venue.
Approximate duration: 2.5 hours

B) Taxi → Kenting
• Taxis are available outside both the domestic and international terminals.
• Simply show the driver this destination in Chinese: 「墾丁青年活動中心」 (Kenting Youth Activity Centre).
• Approximate duration: 2 to 2.5 hours
• Fee: Subject to traffic condition. Approx. NTD $2,000~

C) Car Rental → Kenting
• From KHH, take Provincial Highway 17, connect to Highway 26 after passing Fenggang, and head directly to Kenting.
• Car rental services are available between the terminals, near the bus stop.
Distance: Approx. 110 km
Approximate duration: 2 hours

✈Taoyuan International Airport)(TPE)

Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport is Taiwan’s largest & busiest airport.

TPE is located approximately 440 km from Kenting (50 km from Taipei City).
We have two transportation recommendations, A) & B), from TPE Airport to Kenting.

A) Shuttle Bus / Taxi → THSR Taoyuan Station → THSR Zuoying Station → Kenting Express Bus / Taxi → Kenting

• Take a shuttle bus or taxi from TPE to THSR Taoyuan Station
• Board the High Speed Rail (THSR) to Zuoying Station (Kaohsiung)

By bus
• From Zuoying, take the Kenting Express Line (9189) (Nearest Bus stop: Xiaowan)or a taxi to Kenting
Approximate duration: 2.5 to 3 hours

By Taxi → Kenting
• Taxis are available outside outside THSR Zuouing Station.
• Simply show the driver this destination in Chinese: 「墾丁青年活動中心」 (Kenting Youth Activity Centre).
• Approximate duration: 2 to 2.5 hours
• Fee: Subject to traffic condition. Approx. NTD $2,000~

B) Car Rental → Kenting

• For those planning to drive, we recommend picking up a rental car in Kaohsiung
• Take Freeway No. 1 → Expressway No. 88 → Freeway No. 3 → Nanzhou Interchange → Highway 1 → Highway 26 to Kenting
Distance: Approx. 110 km
Approximate duration: 2 hours
*Car Rental : The car rental centers are located in different areas near THSR Zuoying Station.

✈Taipei Songshan Airport(TSA)

TSA is located in downtown Taipei and is the furthest airport from the venue.

Two main options are available:

A) MRT / Taxi → Taipei Main Station → THSR → THSR Zuoying Station → Kenting Express Bus / Taxi → Kenting
• Take the Taipei Metro or taxi to Taipei Main Station
• Ride the High Speed Rail (THSR) to Zuoying Station (Kaohsiung)
• Transfer to Kenting Express Line (9189) (Nearest Bus stop: Xiaowan) or take a taxi to Kenting.

B) Car Rental → Kenting
• Same route and suggestions as from TPE above. For efficiency, pick up your car rental in Kaohsiung after taking the THSR south.