Question 1

Is taking the HSR from Kaohsiung Grand Hotel to Jiufen a good idea?

Accepted Answer

To take the High Speed Rail (HSR) from Kaohsiung Grand Hotel to Jiufen, HSR is quick but pricey. From the earliest departure at 05:50 to the latest at 22:10, there are up to 89 high-speed rail from Zuoying to Taipei each day. Assuming you depart from Kaohsiung Grand Hotel (Niaosong District, Kaohsiung City)  and head to the nearest Zuoying HSR station, a taxi ride would cost about NT$400 and take approximately 24 minutes. After arriving at the HSR station, the time to walk in, purchase tickets, and wait on the platform is about 20 minutes. Then, take a 94-134-minute (114 min on average) HSR ride from Zuoying Station to Taipei HSR Station. The ticket price is NT$1,490 per person, followed by a 15-minute walk to exit the station, wait for a ride at the taxi stand, and after a trip of about 57 minutes with a fare of NT$1,600, you will arrive at your destination at Jiufen (Ruifang District, New Taipei City). The entire journey, including transfers, takes a total of 3 hours and 50 minutes. Assuming 4 people traveling together, the average cost per person for the HSR and transfers is NT$1,990. In contrast, if you use Tripool for a door-to-door private car service, the average cost per person is about NT$1,650, and the journey takes 5 hours and 7 minutes. For long-distance travel, the HSR is indeed faster, but it comes with an extra transportation cost of about NT$1,360. Therefore, for those who are not in a major hurry, you may consider a cheaper and door-to-door private transfer option, like Tripool. If you are traveling in a group of three or less, you can also consider Tripool's carpooling service to save up to an additional 50% on transportation costs.

Question 2

Is it advisable to rent a car and drive from Kaohsiung Grand Hotel to Jiufen?

Accepted Answer

If you are considering renting a car, unfortunately, there are likely no rental companies in the vicinity of Kaohsiung Grand Hotel. If you do not want to spend extra time traveling to a nearby city to rent a car, nor spend NT$7,595 on a taxi to Jiufen, then a direct Tripool private car is your best option.

Question 3

Would it be economical to take a taxi from Kaohsiung Grand Hotel to Jiufen?

Accepted Answer

If you choose to take a taxi directly, in the Kaohsiung City area, you can use apps to hail a cab from 55688 Taiwan Taxi, Uber, Line Go, Yoxi, etc., and if you cannot hail a cab on the street, you can also consider calling the only neighborhood taxi company in Niaosong District, Kaohsiung City, 倫永衛星大車隊 to try to book a ride. Based on the meter, the estimated fare is between NT$7,595 and 9,100, but you could save up to NT$2,500 by booking with Tripool instead. A word of caution regarding transportation: In a remote area like Jiufen, taxis do not patrol for passengers. They are generally stationed at specific locations or operate on a dispatch-only basis. This means you will need to book one through a mobile app or by calling a taxi company, and should be prepared for a potentially long wait for it to arrive. Considering all factors, Tripool is your best choice for traveling from Kaohsiung Grand Hotel to Jiufen in terms of both price and service quality.

Question 4

Do tripool and the drivers provide legal car-hiring services in Kaohsiung City and New Taipei City?

Accepted Answer

There are many gypsy cabs or illegal taxis in Line and Facebook groups. Their fares are cheap but with many risks. If the cabs are pulled over by polices, passengers cannot continue the trip. If there is an accident, none of the insurance companies will settle a claim. Worst of all, illegal drivers may conduct crimes without any trace. Don't put your life at risk for just saving a few bucks. On the other hand, tripool contracts with legal drivers without any criminal record. All vehicles provide up to $5 million in insurance. The easiest way to distinguish a legal vehicle is the car plate number. Unless the initial character of the car plate number is either T or R, the car is 100% illegal for taxi service.

Question 5

Why does tripool charge cheaper than other taxis?

Accepted Answer

For regular long-distance travelers, they find Tripool's price may be too low to be good. On the contrary, Tripool has a high standard for selecting drivers and vehicles. Besides dropping drivers who are low rated, we also send mystery shoppers regularly to test drivers' service. Tripool's drivers are not allowed to smoke in the cars, and they have to wear masks all the time during the pandemic. We don't compromise our service for a low cost. Tripool can provide excellent service with 70~80% of the market price because of AI algorithms. We use these to dispatch vehicles to increase efficiency. Tripool can use fewer drivers to serve more travelers, especially in high seasons like Chinese New Year, Christmas, and summer vacation. Fewer drivers mean better quality control. The price on tripool's website and app are dynamic. Generally, the earlier a ride is booked, the lower price it is. Most of all, all booking are 100% refundable as long as the cancelation request is made one day before noon, no matter what the reason is. If you are preparing to go from Kaohsiung Grand Hotel to Jiufen, it's better to reserve it now to secure the best price.

Question 6

Does tripool provide charter tour services? Is there a price list that I can check first?

Accepted Answer

Tripool provides private day tours and charter services all around the island, including Jiufen and Kaohsiung Grand Hotel. Tourists are welcome to choose from point-to-point transportation service to 2~12 hours private trip service. The price is 100% transparent without any hidden fee. What you see on the website/app is the actual price. There is no need to email us or even make a phone call to verify. The full-day service price may not be lower than other providers. But if you only need a few hours or just a one-way transfer service, we can guarantee that our price is the most competitive in the market and tripool is the best choice. We offer 5-seater sedans, SUVs, and 9-seater vans. If your group is more than 9, we can arrange a bigger bus for you.

Question 7

Does tripool provide child car seats for private transportation service between Kaohsiung Grand Hotel to Jiufen?

Accepted Answer

According to the law in Taiwan, all passengers have to fasten seat belts, no matter what ages they are. For a baby below 4-year-old or a young child who cannot comfortably be on the seat with a seat belt, it is necessary to use a car seat or a safety booster. There is a check box for renting a baby car seat or a child safety booster on the check-out page. Each rental fee is NT$300. If you need multiple car seats/boosters or you need an infant car seat, please check with our online customer service first. Tripool encourages parents to bring their car seats and boosters, and, of course, it is free of charge.

Question 8

Where should I choose as a pick-up or a drop-off location if going to Jiufen from Kaohsiung Grand Hotel?

Accepted Answer

Tripool offers a point-to-point private car service in Taiwan. As long as the destination connects to a road or can be searched on Google Maps, we assure you that a car can send you there. Try inputting your home/office address or a hotel's name in the search bar, and our driver will pick you up punctually and travel to a hotel or an airport with ease.

Item	tripool	HSR	Car Rental	Taxi
Travel Time	305 mins	230 mins	No rental cars in this area	310-320 mins
Price per Person	NT$1,650/person	NT$1,990/person	N/A	NT$1,900-2,280/person
Pros	1–8 passengers Truly pickup anywhere Ride guaranteed No hidden fees	Comfortable seating No time wasted	-	Meets urgent needs No upfront payment
Cons	Pre-booking only No cash	Tickets often sold out in peak season Multiple transfers needed Higher fare	No rental cars in this area	Inconsistent quality Usually limited to 4 passengers Higher price

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