Changhua railway station


Changhua is a railway station in Changhua City, Changhua County, Taiwan served by Taiwan Railway. It is located at the southern junction of the Taichung line and Coastal line, where the line continues onto the southern section of the West Coast line.

Overview

The station has two island platforms and one side platform. Currently, there is an overpass at the south side of the station to access the back station platforms. A cross-platform station is currently under construction on the north side.

History

  • 26 March 1905: The station opened as Changhua-eki.
  • 1918: The second-generation station was completed.
  • 1922: The fan-shaped depot was constructed, as well as an overpass for the station.
  • 10 December 1958: Construction on the current station is completed.
  • 15 June 1959: The current station begins service. Also, a restaurant in the station was built.
  • 19 January 2004: The fan-shaped depot is designated as a historical site.
  • 27 May 2005: Renovation on the fan-shaped depot is completed.
  • 25 February 2008: In order to increase service, the Taroko Express begins stopping at the station.

Around the station