Compare two single rides with a day pass for a return journey. Crystal-cabin charges and weather-interruption refunds have separate conditions.
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Who this guide is for: Taipei visitors planning a return ride or intermediate stops at Maokong
Two standard single rides total NT$360 versus NT$300 for a day pass. Check service notices and an alternative return route.
Compare at a glance
| Option | Best fit | Check before booking |
|---|---|---|
| Single ride | NT$180 | One person,one journey |
| Daypass | NT$300 | Activation day only |
| Crystalupgrade | NT$50/person/ride | Added each trip |
Compare180 for one ride with300 for the day
A regular-cabin single ride costs NT$180; a day pass costs NT$300. Two regular-cabin singles total NT$360, so the standard day pass saves NT$60 for that comparison. The pass is valid only on its activation day. Crystal-cabin upgrades add NT$50 per person for each trip. Check nationality and evidence requirements before assuming discounted fares apply to international visitors.
Alight at terminal stations
A single ticket covers one person and one journey. Everyone must alight at Taipei Zoo or Maokong terminal stations. Day passes may be collected at the Zoo exit; if returning for more rides, ask staff how to obtain reentry identification. A pass does not remove queues or prevent weather interruptions.
Refunds depend on completed rides
Wind, lightning, earthquakes and typhoon conditions can stop service until reassessment. During qualifying evacuation or weather interruption, request a day-pass refund at a station that same day. Regulation16 deducts a single fare after one ride and provides no refund after two or more. For a standard NT$300pass, subtracting NT$180 gives NT$120, subject to staff verification and your purchase terms. Check the station instructions and seller procedures for your visit.
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Before you book
- Planned ride count
- Crystal upgrades
- Concession eligibility
- Service notices
- Zoo-station reentry
- Same-day refund and ride count
Common questions
Is a day pass cheaper for a return trip?
At standard regular-cabin fares,NT$300 isNT$60 less than twoNT$180singles.
Is every interruption refunded in full?
No. Qualifying evacuation/weather rules and same-day requests apply. One completed ride incurs a single-fare deduction;two or more receive no refund.
Sources and booking conditions
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English edition published 2026-10-06. Source review date inherited from the original guide: 2026-10-06. Editorial recommendations are not firsthand reviews or live quotes. Check current prices, availability and conditions before purchase.