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Transportation to Airport from Tainan City Center
Tainan Airport
Although the use of taxi is very common in Tainan city, the buses, which are the most popular public transportation vehicles, are frequently preferred by tourists. You can also use the transfer services or car rental companies to reach the Tainan Airport, which is 36 kilometers away from the city center. Transportation is pretty easy with buses and taxis.
Train and Taxi
There are suburban trains that provide transportation services within the city of Tainan. If you are near Balin Station, it may not be that easy or economical to reach the Tainan Airport by taxi or bus. Therefore, you can take the suburban train which runs directly from Balin Station to Tainan Train Station. Then, you can take a taxi from Tainan Train Station and reach the Tainan Airport within 7-8 minutes.
Bus
Buses that are widely preferred throughout Taiwan can be used for direct access to the Tainan Airport from the city of Tainan. You can easily reach the airport from the city center within 40-45 minutes by taking the bus. Bus tickets can be obtained from ticket vending machines or from tourist information offices. Because fee tariffs are standard, you are required to pay 18 Taiwan Dollars as of 2016 for the bus which will take you to the airport. This fee can be reduced to 9 Taiwan Dollars as long as you benefit from various discounts.
Taxi
The first thing, which will draw one’s attention easily in the city of Tainan, is probably the high level of taxi use. Public transportation vehicles are also advanced as much as taxis, but everyone in a hurry prefers to take a taxi. Likewise, if you are in a hurry to catch your flight or if you don't want to waste a lot of time on the road, taxis can be the best alternative for your transportation. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the Tainan Airport from Tainan city center by taxi, and the cost you will pay is approximately 90-110 Taiwan Dollars.
Car Rental
If you plan to rent a vehicle to reach the Tainan Airport from the Tainan city center, you have to decide to do it at least one day before your flight. Because especially foreign car rental companies do not have an hourly car rental procedure, you need to rent a car for the whole day. You can rent your vehicle in a very short time as long as you have your pre-booking document and international driving license. It is possible to reach the Tainan Airport within about 20-25 minutes.
Airport Information
Tainan Airport is located in Tainan city, on the south of Taiwan, and about 36 km far from the city center. And the airport has been providing transportation services since the year 1949. The airport has increased its facilities at the same level since it gained its international status. In addition to the grocery and shopping stores where you can enjoy while waiting for your flight, there are also several eating and drinking areas such as cafes and restaurants. There are also other services that you can benefit from, such as VIP lounges, lounges, free internet access, currency exchange etc.
Transportation to San Francisco City Center from Airport
San Francisco Intl. Airport
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is located in San Francisco California, 21 km from the city center. The airport is a major transit center for passengers, particularly those traveling from Asia. San Francisco International is the second busiest airport in California and one of the first major airports to have an automated baggage system in place.
San Francisco International Airport is an important hub for United Airlines and Virgin America. There are a variety of transportation alternatives available to get to the city center from the airport. You can get to various parts of the city from San Francisco International Airport by taxi, bus, train, rental car, and personal car.
Train
There are two rail systems that you can use to get to the city center from San Francisco International Airport. The first is the BART, a rapid-rail system. The BART station is located in the international terminal at the airport. The BART starts running in the early hours of the morning, providing easy and fast transportation between the airport and the northern and southern parts of the city.
The other rail system that you can use to get to the city center from SFO is the CalTrain. This train departs on the hour, every hour, every day of the week, until 10 pm. This train provides transportation between SFO and San Francisco and San Jose.
Taxi
One of the most convenient and fastest transportation alternatives to get to the city center from SFO is by taxi. Taxi fares are calculated based on the kilometers traveled. A taxi from the airport to downtown San Francisco can cost between 42 and 62 dollars and takes about 20 minutes. Taxis are readily available at each terminal at the airport and depart from the taxi zones located on the arrivals/baggage claim level. For more information on taxi companies and their contact information please visit San Francisco International Airport’s website.
Bus
SamTrans buses provide transportation between San Francisco International Airport and the city center. These public buses are operated by San Mateo County and run between San Francisco International Airport and San Mateo and various parts of San Francisco. SamTrans lines KX, 292, 397, and 398 stop at the airport terminals. Buses stop at the arrivals and baggage claim level of Terminal 2 and Terminal 3 and at Level 1 of the International Terminal.
Rental Car
Renting a car is another transportation alternative to get to the city center. There are many rental car companies that have offices at the airport. Renting a car is also a great way to get around the city during your trip. The AirTrain Blue Line provides access to the Rental Car Center from the airport terminals and it operates 24 hours a day, every day of the week. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Alamo, Dollar, Hertz, Avis, Enterprise, National, Budget, Fox and Thrifty. If you are traveling between multiple places make sure to specify your vehicle pick up and drop off location.
Bike
San Francisco International Airport contains bike assembly stations and parking areas for those who are traveling with their bike or who want to leave their bike at the airport. The BART and SamTrans rapid rail systems provide passengers with bike/transit options and the airport features marked bicycle routes.
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