Meet EasyCard in Taiwan: Price, Reviews, & How to Use

Travel like a local with EasyCard, Taiwan’s smart transportation card! Book one at a cheaper price here 🇹🇼

In a nutshell

• What is EasyCard? EasyCard is a prepaid transportation card in Taiwan that can be used to ride the trains, buses, ferries, public bikes, and more. It can also be used to pay in a variety of restaurants, museums, and attractions!
• Why book an EasyCard for your Taiwan trip? So you can get around as locals do! Plus, the uniquely designed EasyCard provides discounts at the Metro Kaohsiung (15% off), Taiwan Railway (10% off), and the Maokong Gondola (NT$20 off).
• How much is an EasyCard? Cards are priced at NT$100 or around US$3.5 each. If you’re also planning to get a SIM card, then book an EasyCard Taiwan + 4G SIM card package here to save money!
• How do I top up? Add money to your EasyCard at a convenience store, a Taipei Metro station, or a Taoyuan Metro station.
• Complete your trip! Aside from EasyCard, get cheap admission tickets to the Taipei 101 Observatory here 🏢

Why Use an EasyCard in Taiwan?

EasyCard is a prepaid transportation card in Taiwan that you can use to pay for fares at the airport MRT, city trains, buses, taxis, ferries, and public bikes. Just like the Octopus Card in Hong Kong, T-Money in South Korea, or Oyster Card in London, it will save you from having to purchase single-trip tickets each time you ride the train.

EasyCard users also enjoy various transportation benefits, including 15% off at Metro Kaohsiung and 10% off at the Taiwan Railway. This is great if you plan to get to attractions and explore the country via rail. (Speaking of attractions, EasyCard Taiwan users also get NT$20 off on a Maokong Gondola weekday ticket!)

Another fun fact: aside from transportation, EasyCard in Taiwan can also be used to pay for your purchases in select restaurants and shops including Starbucks, KFC, Domino’s, Subway, TKK Fried Chicken, select restaurants in Taipei 101, Watsons, Muji, Daiso, and more. This means that you can go cashless and leave your wallet behind!

Taiwan EasyCard: Price & Packages

1. EasyCard: Taiwan Transportation Card

Get your hands on an EasyCard as soon as you arrive at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport! Book a card below and pick it up at Terminal 1 or 2:

• PRICE: Book here starting at $3.2!
• WHAT YOU’LL GET: One (1) EasyCard with no preloaded balance
• PICK-UP LOCATIONS & HOURS
  • Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) Terminal 1
    • 1/F Ezfly Service Counter: Open 9am-9pm
  • Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) Terminal 2
    • 1/F Ezfly Service Counter: Open 4:30am-11pm
    • 2/F Ezfly Service Counter (Control Area): Open 4:30am-11pm
• BEST REVIEW: “A must-have when traveling in Taiwan! Though we had a hard time finding the location of the Easy card booth as it is located near the basement, but redemption was very easy. Very convenient to have and you can use it even in convenience stores,” reads a review of the EasyCard on Klook.

2. EasyCard + NT$200 Credit

Pick up your EasyCard and go straight to your destination without having to reload your card. Buy an EasyCard that’s preloaded with NT$200 here! (For reference, MRT fares cost NT$20 for travel distances of 5km or less.)

• PRICE: Book here for around $9.9!
• WHAT YOU’LL GET: One (1) EasyCard + pre-deposited credit worth NT$200
• PICK-UP LOCATIONS & HOURS
  • Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) Terminal 1
    • 1/F Ezfly Service Counter: Open 9am-9pm
  • Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) Terminal 2
    • 1/F Ezfly Service Counter: Open 4:30am-11pm
    • 2/F Ezfly Service Counter (Control Area): Open 4:30am-11pm
• BEST REVIEW: “I highly recommend this [EasyCard]! It’s very convenient and super easy to use. No…hassle…activating it [—] just tap it right away to affiliates [MRT] and stores. Kudos Klook! I’ve been using the platform since 2018 and I must say that your platform is really the best 💃🏽🙌🏽 Thank you so much for being such a reliable part of my travels. 🙌🏽”

3. EasyCard + NT$400 Credit

If you don’t want the hassle of topping up your EasyCard on your first 2 days in Taipei or Kaohsiung, then this option with NT$400 preloaded credits (around $13) is perfect for you! 💰

• PRICE: Book here for around $16.3!
• WHAT YOU’LL GET: One (1) EasyCard + pre-deposited credit worth NT$400
• PICK-UP LOCATIONS & HOURS
  • Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) Terminal 1
    • 1/F Ezfly Service Counter: Open 9am-9pm
  • Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) Terminal 2
    • 1/F Ezfly Service Counter: Open 4:30am-11pm
    • 2/F Ezfly Service Counter (Control Area): Open 4:30am-11pm
• BEST REVIEW: “[Very] easy to use and redeem. [We] took the one with 400 TWD included so that we do not have to fork out our cash to top up the cards. [The] entire process took seconds.. after i showed my voucher, the friendly staff passed me the cute cards and [it was] done. [The[ cards can be used on MRT and also at convenience shops. [Amazing] card. The [MRT] system is also very easy to navigate. Similar to Singapore.”

4. EasyCard + 4G Taiwan SIM Card Package

Complete your trip to Taiwan (and save some bucks!) when you purchase this EasyCard + 4G SIM card bundle! Stay online while you travel — data plans range from 3-15 days.

• PRICE: Book here for around $12.4 (regularly priced at US$13.1)
• WHAT YOU’LL GET: One (1) EasyCard Taiwan + 4G SIM Card for 3, 5, 7, 10, or 15 days, unlimited 4G data, and SIM card pin
• PICK-UP LOCATIONS & HOURS
  • Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) Terminal 1
    • 1/F Ezfly Service Counter: Open 9am-9pm
  • Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) Terminal 2
    • 1/F Ezfly Service Counter: Open 4:30am-11pm
    • 2/F Ezfly Service Counter (Control Area): Open 4:30am-11pm

5. EasyCard + NT$200 Credit + 4G Taiwan SIM Card Package

This bestseller EasyCard package on Klook combines an EasyCard with NT$200 credits and a 4G Taiwan SIM card for 3-15 days!

• PRICE: Book here for around $19 for 3 days (regularly priced at US$19.6)
• WHAT YOU’LL GET: One (1) EasyCard Taiwan, pre-deposited credit worth NT$200, 4G SIM Card for 3, 5, 7, 10, or 15 days, unlimited 4G data, and SIM card pin
• PICK-UP LOCATIONS & HOURS
  • Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) Terminal 1
    • 1/F Ezfly Service Counter: Open 9am-9pm
  • Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) Terminal 2
    • 1/F Ezfly Service Counter: Open 4:30am-11pm
    • 2/F Ezfly Service Counter (Control Area): Open 4:30am-11pm

6. EasyCard + NT$400 Credit + 4G Taiwan SIM Card Package

Finally, the ultimate EasyCard Taiwan package! Get a card that’s predeposited with NT$400 and a tourist SIM card for up to 2 weeks:

• PRICE: Book here for around $25.5 for 3 days (regularly priced at US$26.1)
• WHAT YOU’LL GET: One (1) EasyCard Taiwan, pre-deposited credit worth NT$400, 4G SIM Card for 3, 5, 7, 10, or 15 days, unlimited 4G data, and SIM card pin
• PICK-UP LOCATIONS & HOURS
  • Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) Terminal 1
    • 1/F Ezfly Service Counter: Open 9am-9pm
  • Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) Terminal 2
    • 1/F Ezfly Service Counter: Open 4:30am-11pm
    • 2/F Ezfly Service Counter (Control Area): Open 4:30am-11pm

How to Top Up

When your EasyCard balance runs low, you can easily top up by visiting a convenience store like 7-Eleven, FamilyMart, Hi-Life, OK Mart, and I-MEI Foods. You can also go to the Information Center located at a Taipei Metro or Taoyuan Metro station.

For self-service options, you can also use the ticket vending and add-value machines found at Taipei Metro stations, Taoyuan Metro stations, and Kuo Kuang Bus stations (bus stations at the East Gate of Taipei Main Station, Nangang Transfer Station, Taoyuan Airport Terminal 1, and Taoyuan Airport Terminal 2).

How to Use

Using the EasyCard in the MRT is very easy. Just pass the card over the sensor until you hear a sound. To use your EasyCard Taiwan on a bus, just swipe the card over the reader’s sensor. The same way goes for paying at most retail stores.

• To enter the MRT gate, make sure to pass the card over the sensor area without waving it.
• Do not swipe more than one card over the sensor area.
• Do not place your Taiwan EasyCard near metals.
• If users swipe the card too swiftly or far away from a card reader, you may not be allowed to enter. Wait for a few moments and pass it over again.
• If you pass the EasyCard that’s inside a bag, please note that its thickness should not exceed 5cm. You should let the bag gently touch the sensor area.

Some more tips and information:

• Do pay attention to the card balance that will be displayed on the screen. If the balance is not enough, reload your EasyCard as soon as possible.
• EasyCards can be used to pay for purchases up to NT$1,000 in a partner store and up to NT$3,000 per day. (The usage limit does not include public transportation fares and parking fees.)
• Avoid exposing your Taiwan EasyCard to a high temperature. Be careful not to bend or cut it as well.

Getting a Refund for Your EasyCard Balance

While you will not get back the amount you paid for the card, you will be able to get a refund for the remaining balance of your EasyCard. To do so, just proceed to any Taipei Metro counter, Taoyuan Metro counter, or EasyCard service center. The balance will be returned in cash after recycling the card and deducting an operation fee of NT$20. (The operation fee will be waived if the card has been used at least 5 times in 3 months).

FAQ

Need more information about Taiwan’s EasyCard? We’ve listed some of the FAQ’s below!

1. Can I choose my EasyCard design?

EasyCards booked on Klook come with a unique and standard design — one that bears the EasyCard logo. While you will be unable to pick another design, the card actually makes for a good souvenir already! Check out the standard design here.

2. Can I use my EasyCard to take the Taiwan Railway or Taiwan High Speed Rail?

Sure, you can! If you’re unfamiliar with the train networks in Taiwan, here’s a quick explanation:

• The Taipei Metro basically covers only Taipei, while the Taoyuan Metro runs from Taoyuan to select cities.
• The Taiwan High Speed Rail (THSR) trains are the express type that covers the major cities. Learn more about the THSR here.

3. Where can I use my EasyCard in Taiwan?

While the Taiwan EasyCard is designed for cashless payments of transportation fares, it can also be used in the following stores, attractions, and department stores:

EasyCard for Transportation

• Metro Taipei
• Taiwan Railway
• Taiwan High-Speed Rail
• Taxi
• Blue Ferry
• T-Bike
• YouBike
• Rehabus (Barrier Free Bus)
• Parking

EasyCard for Attractions

• Yehliu Geopark
• Maokong Gondola
• Bada Forest Paradise
• Taipei Zoo
• Lihpao Resort
• Taipei Children’s Amusement Park
• National Taiwan Museum
• Guandu Nature Park

EasyCard for Dining

• Cold Stone
• CoCo
• TP Tea
• TeaTop
• Starbucks
• Ikari Coffee
• KOI Cafe
• Peter Better Cafe
• Food Republic
• Fried Chicken Master
• Donmono
• Bread First
• Magie du Levain
• The Lundis Taipei
• Sunmerry
• Yamazaki
• Pizza Hut
• Subway
• KFC
• Domino’s
• TKK Fried Chicken
• MyWarmDay Cafe & Brunch
• QK Brunch
• Metrowalk
• Taipei 101 (select restaurants)
• Everrich Duty Free
• Great Food Town
• Citylink

EasyCard for Shopping

• FamilyMart
• 7-Eleven
• Hi-Life
• Jasons Marketplace
• Simple Mart
• Caves Books
• Watsons
• Daiso
• Sayukan
• Senao
• Muji

4. How much money should I top up my EasyCard?

For planning purposes, here is the transportation fare table in Taiwan that may help you budget for your EasyCard usage:

• MRT Fares
  • NT$20 (around $0.6) for travel distances of 5km or less
  • Additional NT$5 (around $0.2) for every 3km traveled thereafter, i.e. NT$25 for 5-8km and NT$50 for 20-23km or less.
• Bus Fares
  • Varies by segment, but most travelers only pay for a one-segment ride, which costs NT$15 (around $0.6).
  • Two-segment rides cost NT$30 while three-segment rides cost NT$45.

5. Is there an EasyCard app?

Yes, there is. While you can find the EasyCard app on the Play Store or the App Store (under “Easy Wallet 悠遊付”), it may not prove that useful for tourists. (Foreign visitors may also be unable to link their EasyCard to Samsung Pay or Apple Pay.)

6. Is the EasyCard Taiwan worth it?

As of writing time, the EasyCard and EasyCard + SIM card packages have an excellent 4.9/5-star rating from over 4,000+ Klook users. One customer who left a review here said that they were able to “save a lot of money” with the EasyCard and another customer was satisfied that they were able to use the EasyCard “everywhere in Taipei” including the “Airport MRT line, Taipei metro, public bus, Taiwan railway… [convenience shops] and many more.”

Find more details about using the EasyCard below:

• EasyCard
• EasyCard + 4G Taiwan SIM Card Package

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