Taiwan is a place that should be explored not just with public transportation (as convenient as it is). If you only take public transportation everywhere you go, you are missing out on a huge part of Taiwan. You could take taxis everywhere to see these sights, like a rich Chinese person, or you can take the cheaper option and rent a vehicle. Many of the scenic and rural sights of Taiwan can’t be experienced except by hiring your own vehicle.
Renting a Vehicle in Taiwan: Taiwan is the scooter capital of the world, so driving a car can be dangerous here because you need to be more aware of your surroundings. However, if you are looking to get around the island faster, are travelling with multiple people, have lots of luggage, or you are afraid that scooters are dangerous, I would suggest renting a car. Do you have any recommendations? We recommend using Qeeq here, Klook here, KKday here, or Kayak here to rent or charter cars in Taiwan. Car Rental Fast Facts: Where? Car rental places can be found next to most airports and in all major cities. But don’t expect them right next to every small train station. Pricing? Cheap would be 1000-1500 NTD a day (30-45 USD), average would be $2000+ a day (60 USD), and expensive would be $3,000+ a day (100+ USD). Discounts are often given for multiple day rentals and for weekdays. Do I need a local license? No. However, you should get an international driver’s permit. If you don’t have an international driver’s permit there is no guarantee that you can rent a car. Check with the rental agency beforehand and make necessary preparations. How do I get a local Taiwanese license? Check out our guide on getting a driver's license in Taiwan here. You can also check out our guide to getting an International Driver's Permit here. Does Taiwan have Uber? Yes but its just as expensive as a Taxi. Uber was banned and fined multiple times because their business model was deemed illegal. Uber drivers were required to have a professional driver’s license. Now they work with local rental car companies to keep the app going in Taiwan. What side of the road does Taiwan drive on? The Right side. How much is the price of gas? As of July, 2023 it is around 30 NT (1 USD) per liter for 95 octane gas. You can also book Wifi and SIM cards for Taiwan on Gigago here. Anything else I should be aware of when driving in Taiwan? Yes!
We recommend using Qeeq here, Klook here, KKday here, or Kayak here to rent or charter cars in Taiwan. Summation of Rental Car Companies in Taiwan: (please note this is not a complete list. Other discounts and offers can be found on each company's website) Qeeq website: https://www.qeeq.com/
KKday website: https://www.kkday.com/
Klook website: https://www.klook.com/
Kayak website: https://kayak.com/
Expedia website: https://expedia.com/
Trip.com website: https://trip.com/
Just to let you know, if you book using the links above, we get some commission at no cost to you, and you can help support our blog. Good Cars website: https://www.goodcars.com.tw/
Avis Taiwan 安維斯租車 website: https://www.avis-taiwan.com/us/
HLC 和運租車 website: https://www.easyrent.com.tw/
Jinfeng Car Rental 進豐租車 website: http://www.1car-rent.com.tw/service.php
Budget website: https://www.budget.com/en/locations/tb
CarPlus 格上租車 website: https://www.car-plus.com.tw/EN/ugC_AboutUs.asp
Renting a Scooter? Check out our blog about scooter rental in Taiwan here, or our scooter buying guide here. Or you can check out Klook here or Kday here to search for options. Want to buy a car instead? Please see our car buying guide here. Looking for a hotel? Find out where to stay in our Taiwan hotels guide or search for the best hotels through Agoda here, which provides the best quality selection of accommodation in Taiwan. Check out our blog index for ideas of where to visit in Taiwan. You can also find more tours of Taipei on Klook here or KKday here. Feel free to contact us with any specific questions about car or scooter rental in Taiwan, and please like, comment, and share! -FiTW
29 Comments
Chris
5/28/2019 09:39:43 am
cheapcartaiwan.com also has cheap vehicles and vans for rent
gk
1/6/2020 10:01:40 am
I notice Chialease isn't listed. I had used them back in 2016 for a one-way rental from Taichung to Taipei (both local, off-airport locations). It seems their rates are much higher per day and they have some kind of partnership going with Hertz. Do you know what changed with Chialease? 6/25/2020 02:14:43 pm
All you need to do to be able to get riding in Taiwan is present an International Driving Permit. Permits of this kind will be valid for the first 30 days upon arrival in Taiwan. Scooter and bike rental is easy enough in most of the main tourist hotspots in Taiwan... 2/5/2021 12:04:14 pm
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11/4/2022 05:03:48 pm
Ooo thanks for the info!! Would you happen to know if car rental around kaohsiung airport is open around Chinese New Year 2023? Chinese New Year is on the 22nd of January and I’ll be either arriving on the 23 or 24th not sure yet. Cheers 11/25/2022 02:15:12 am
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Renting a car in Taiwan provides a fantastic opportunity to explore the country beyond public transportation. While scooters are popular, renting a car is ideal for faster travel, accommodating multiple people, carrying luggage, or for those concerned about scooter safety. Car rental services are readily available near airports and major cities, though not as common near small train stations. Prices range from affordable to expensive, depending on the rental duration and the day of the week. While a local license isn't required, obtaining an international driver's permit is recommended. Taiwan follows right-side driving, and it's important to be mindful of traffic rules, including not turning right on a red light. 8/8/2023 05:12:18 pm
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