Yuanlin Bus offers two popular Taiwan Tourist Shuttle routes: Route 15 Xitou Line (departing from Changhua) and Route 6739 Sun Moon Lake-Alishan Line! Whether you want to enjoy a forest bath in Xitou or experience the breathtaking mountain highway journey from Sun Moon Lake to Alishan, Yuanlin Bus has you covered. Online ticket reservation service is now available, making it easy to plan your in-depth Central Taiwan adventure!
🚌 Route Information
| Route No. | Description | Terminals | Major Stops | Operating Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Route 15 Xitou Line | Taiwan Tourist Shuttle Xitou Line departing from Changhua, connecting Changhua County to Xitou Nature Education Area—the most convenient option for travelers from western Taiwan to reach Xitou. | Yuanlin Bus Erlin Station → Xitou | Erlin, HSR Changhua Station, Chelungpu Fault Preservation Park, Xitou | Monday to Friday only (Reserve 3 days in advance) Phone reservation: 04-8960040 (Erlin Station) |
| 6739 Sun Moon Lake-Alishan Line | Taiwan's only bus route connecting two world-class attractions—Sun Moon Lake and Alishan! Traveling via New Central Cross-Island Highway through Yushan National Park, this is the bus route closest to Taiwan's highest peak. | Sun Moon Lake → Alishan | Sun Moon Lake, Tataka, Alishan | Daily service (Reservation required) Yuanlin Bus Shuili Station 049-2770041 or online reservation |
🔍 Real-Time Bus Tracking
Want to know where your bus is before departure? Use real-time bus tracking to monitor your bus:
| Platform | Description | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Yuanlin Bus Website | Click "Bus Tracker" for real-time info | Check Now → |
| Taiwan Tourist Shuttle | Select Xitou Line (from Changhua) for tracking | Check Now → |
| Highway Bus Real-Time Tracker | Directorate General of Highways real-time system | Check Now → |
🌲 Recommended Attractions Along the Routes
【Route 15 Xitou Line】
- Chelungpu Fault Preservation Park: 921 Earthquake educational site, learn about Taiwan's geological wonders
- Xitou Nature Education Area: NTU Experimental Forest, featuring University Pond, sacred trees, and ginkgo groves
- Xitou Monster Village: Japanese-style themed village with unique shops and food
- Neihu Elementary School: Taiwan's most beautiful forest school with Japanese wooden architecture
【Route 6739 Sun Moon Lake-Alishan Line】
- Sun Moon Lake Shuishe: Core area of Sun Moon Lake Scenic Area, stunning lake and mountain views
- Xiangshan Visitor Center: Iconic exposed concrete architecture, lakeside café with spectacular views
- Husband and Wife Trees: Famous landmark on New Central Cross-Island Highway, two withered trees standing together
- Tataka Visitor Center: Yushan trailhead at 2,610m elevation, overlooking Yushan mountain range
- Alishan Forest Recreation Area: Five wonders—ancient trees, sunrise, sea of clouds, cherry blossoms, and forest railway
💡 Travel Tips
- Route 15 Xitou Line operates Monday to Friday only; for weekends, please take services departing from Taichung
- Route 6739 Sun Moon Lake-Alishan Line requires reservation; please book your seat before traveling
- Route 6739 may be suspended due to weather or road conditions; please call Shuili Station to confirm before departure
🎒 Plan Your Xitou Trip Now
Yuanlin Bus warmly invites you to take the Taiwan Tourist Shuttle Route 15 Xitou Line and Route 6739 Sun Moon Lake-Alishan Line. With our convenient online ticket reservation service, easily explore Xitou forests, Sun Moon Lake scenery, and Alishan sea of clouds, and enjoy a refreshing phytoncide experience!
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📍 Related Information
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