Kaohsiung to Taipei Sea Distance Calculator

Calculate the exact nautical distance from Kaohsiung, Taiwan to Taipei, Taiwan. Plan your maritime journey with our professional route calculator.

Distance
230.1 nm
nautical miles
Under Sail
46 hours
at 5 knots
Under Power
23 hours
at 10 knots
Best Time
Varies by area
Typical Sailing Season

Distance follows a sea-lane route. Sailing times are estimates at fixed cruising speeds and vary with vessel, weather, and currents.

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Distance: 230.1 nautical miles
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This map shows the direct sea route from Kaohsiung to Taipei. The actual sailing path may vary based on weather conditions and navigation requirements.

Passage details

This is a moderately indirect coastal passage: the navigable route runs 36% longer than the 170 nm direct line, its heading turning from north-northwest to south.

Sea distance
230.1 nm (426.1 km)
Direct line
169.6 nm36% longer
Great-circle bearing
27° (north-northeast)
Sea area
Pacific Ocean
Geographic extent
2.8° × 1.7°
Crossing
Domestic · Same region
From
Kaohsiung (Taiwan) 22.6273, 120.3014
To
Taipei (Taiwan) 25.1276, 121.7392
Route basis
Sea-lane route
Passage timeEstimated passage time by cruising speed
Cruising speedDuration
5 kn46 hours
8 kn29 hours
10 kn23 hours
12 kn19 hours

Distance follows a sea-lane route generated from marine traffic lanes; passage times are computed at fixed cruising speeds.

Read the methodology — How we calculate sea distances

Last reviewed 2026-06-17

About Kaohsiung to Taipei Route

Linking Kaohsiung and Keelung, this multi-day coastal within one country crossing between two major harbours sits in the Pacific region — a passage shaped by long ocean swells and squall lines depending on latitude.

The lane links Kaohsiung (Taiwan) and Keelung (Taiwan), between neighbouring ports of the same region.

Navigation Tips

  • •A multi-day coastal within one country passage in the Pacific region typically requires planning for long ocean swells and squall lines depending on latitude.
  • •A multi-day coastal leg in Pacific benefits from waypoint planning and verified fuel availability.
  • •Confirm operating hours and clearance procedures for this within one country crossing between neighbouring ports of the same region, since rules vary by port.
  • •Verify that emergency equipment matches the demands of a multi-day coastal leg in Pacific.
  • •Documentation requirements differ for within one country passages between neighbouring ports of the same region; verify cruising permits in advance.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it from Kaohsiung to Taipei by sea?

Approximately 230.1 nautical miles separate Kaohsiung and Taipei by sea, making this a multi-day coastal leg in Pacific.

How long does it take to sail from Kaohsiung to Taipei?

Expect about 23 hours – 46 hours for a multi-day coastal run of 230.1 nautical miles between neighbouring ports of the same region.

What's the best time to sail from Kaohsiung to Taipei?

Conditions on this route vary by area and season, so there is no single best time that applies along its whole length. Always check current weather forecasts and sea conditions before departure.

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