The following is the appropriate various transportation vehicles from Taipei to Hualien city:
Airplane
It's the fastest and the most convenient way of the transport. Single ticket costs around NT$ 1,430. The flight takes about 35 minutes and you have to use a domestic airport. After arrival to Hualien, in airport there is bus transport to the campus or university provides transport.
Train
There are many kinds of train and their service and comfort depend on the price. For timetables and prices see http://train.twtraffic.com.tw/english/. In some rush periods it is better to book your ticket in advance. Some trains go just to Hualien city and some stop near university (train station "Hualien"). The cheapest way from Hualien city to campus is local bus (NT$ 36) or more expensive taxi (about NT$ 300, Bei-Pu Taxi Co. 0800-026-233, 03-826-2333). Transport by train from Taipei to Hualien city takes about 3-4 hours depends on price, from Hualien city to campus about 15-30 minutes.
Bus
It is the cheapest way how to get to Hualien but it takes about 6 hours.
