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Taoyuan Airport MRT delays sixth time, aims for July opening

Published: 2026-09-25 👁 102 views
Last updated 2026-09-25 — The Taoyuan Airport MRT, which was originally scheduled to open in March 2016 back in 2015, has delayed its opening once again—this marks the sixth delay in total. With the opening date continuously pushed back, the project has drawn widespread skepticism and criticism from all sectors. After evaluation and accelerated construction, the Ministry of Transportation and Communications...

By the MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team

 
The Taoyuan Airport MRT, which was initially expected to open in March 2016 as projected in 2015, has once again missed its deadline—this is the sixth delay in total. The opening date has been postponed repeatedly, drawing widespread skepticism and criticism from various sectors. After assessment and expedited work, the Ministry of Transportation and Communications estimates that the MRT will open in July. Police forces have already been deployed, and the inauguration ceremony of the Taoyuan City Police Department’s MRT Police Unit has also been completed.

Taoyuan Airport MRT races to open in July. (Photo provided by the High-Speed Rail Bureau)

The High-Speed Rail Bureau under the Ministry of Transportation and Communications is currently conducting safety tests and pre-operational trials for the airport MRT system. After improvements in speed and safety measures are completed, the system will move on to simulated operational drills. At present, the Taipei Station (A1) of the airport MRT has been completed. A1 connects with the High-Speed Rail, Taiwan Railways, the Tamsui-Xinyi and Ban-Nan MRT lines, the Songshan Line, and intercity bus services, making it Taiwan’s most important transportation hub. Once operational, it will also serve as the national gateway for international travelers entering and exiting Taipei.

 

Taoyuan Airport MRT route. (Image source: High-Speed Rail Bureau)

As Asia’s fourth airport MRT line, the Taoyuan Airport MRT will not only boost airport services but also greatly enhance convenience for tourists visiting Taiwan. It is also expected to bring positive development and impact to the Taoyuan area.
 

Taoyuan Airport MRT delays again, prioritizes improving train speed

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