Keelung Railway Station is a semi-underground railway station and the northern terminus of the Taiwan Railway's Western Trunk Line. The current fifth-generation station building opened in June 2015 and is Taiwan's first station built with an underground platform design. The station forecourt is Keelung's main transportation hub, served by dense bus routes connecting all parts of the city.
The current Keelung Railway Station building is the fifth generation of the station, opened on June 29, 2015, and is Taiwan's first railway station built with a semi-underground design. The previous fourth-generation station, completed in 1967 at a cost of roughly NT$8 million, was demolished during the urban-renewal reconstruction. Keelung Station also serves as the northern terminus of the TRA Western Trunk Line.
What to See at Keelung Railway Station
The current Keelung Station building was completed in 1967 and is identified by its curved roofline — a design that stands out among TRA stations of that era. As the terminus of the Western Trunk Line, the station's railway history predates the present building; the original station underwent several rebuilds over the years, and the existing structure is the third post-war generation. The forecourt is within easy walking distance of the harbor area, making the station a key spatial node at the city's entrance.
The station building itself offers a case study in Modernist public construction from the 1960s — a point of entry into the observation of Taiwan's architectural history. The surrounding forecourt forms the commercial core of Keelung, and the city's bus network radiates outward from here, making it the natural starting point for getting around the city.
How to Get the Most Out of Your Visit
Practical Information
Getting There & Hours
- TRA trains from all directions terminate at Keelung Station; check schedules and fares on the TRA website or app.
- The station is open all day; bus stops in the forecourt are dense and well signed — check schedules with the Directorate General of Highways or Keelung City bus information.
Nearby Connections
- Miaokou Night Market is an 8–10-minute walk away; Dianjigong Temple and the market stalls are all within walking range.
- Keelung Harbor plaza is a 3–5-minute walk — a harborside stroll is a natural first stop upon arriving in Keelung.
Source: compiled from TRA public information and publicly available documents. Photos to be replaced with Dio's own shots.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the current Keelung Railway Station building constructed?
The current fifth-generation station opened on June 29, 2015, making it Taiwan's first semi-underground railway station.
What line does Keelung Railway Station terminate?
Keelung Station is the northern terminus of the TRA Western Trunk Line, serving as the gateway to northern Taiwan's rail network.
Sources
- 基隆車站 - 維基百科 — 歷代站房沿革與2015年第五代站體啟用資訊
- 總統出席臺鐵「基隆新站通車啟用」典禮 — 官方新聞稿確認2015年新站啟用