Monitor 10,000+ Live Traffic Cameras Across Taiwan
From the high-speed National Freeway network connecting the North and South, to the hyper-congested streets of Taipei and Kaohsiung, access real-time traffic conditions across Taiwan. Monitor Freeway 1, Freeway 3, and Provincial Highway 61 with free 24/7 camera feeds covering 10,000+ locations nationwide.
View Taiwan Cameras ->Taiwan's infrastructure is among the most advanced in Asia, featuring a dense network of expressways and urban monitoring systems that keep the island's 23 million residents moving. The national road network spans approximately 43,000 kilometers, including over 1,000 kilometers of high-speed National Freeways that form the island's primary transportation backbone. With its mountainous geography and highly concentrated population centers along the western coast, traffic management is a high-tech priority. Our platform aggregates live traffic cameras from the Freeway Bureau, the Directorate General of Highways (MOTC), and municipal traffic engineering offices to provide comprehensive coverage of Taiwan's freeways, provincial roads, and city intersections.
Taipei and New Taipei City feature one of the world's most comprehensive urban camera networks. Thousands of feeds monitor every major bridge crossing the Tamsui River, the elevated expressways (Civic Blvd, Jianguo Expressway), and the critical intersections of the Xinyi and Zhongzheng districts.
The Western Corridor is the backbone of Taiwan's transport, served by National Freeway 1 (Sun Yat-sen) and National Freeway 3 (Formosa). Cameras provide 24/7 views of these vital arteries as they pass through Taichung, Changhua, and Tainan toward the southern port city of Kaohsiung.
The Eastern Coast, while more rugged, is monitored via the vital Provincial Highway 9 (Suhua Highway) and National Freeway 5. These feeds are essential for monitoring road conditions through the Xueshan Tunnel (Asia's second-longest road tunnel) and along the scenic but weather-sensitive cliffs of Hualien.
Mountainous Regions are served by cameras monitoring high-elevation passes and cross-island highways. These feeds are critical for checking visibility, fog conditions, and potential landslide impacts during Taiwan's frequent heavy rain events.
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View live conditions across the island and plan your route with real-time camera feeds. Filter by city, freeway number, or district to find exactly what you need.
View All Cameras ->Regional Network Coverage
Taiwan's traffic camera network is divided between the National Freeway system and the dense urban Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS).
Greater Taipei (4,000+ Cameras)
Taipei City and New Taipei City urban grids. Monitoring of the Tamsui River bridges, Civic Boulevard, Jianguo Elevated Road, and the Circular Line construction corridors. Comprehensive coverage of the Keelung-Taipei-Taoyuan commuter belt.
Western Freeways (3,000+ Cameras)
National Freeway 1 and 3 from Keelung to Pingtung. Cameras focus on major interchanges (Hsinchu, Taichung, Tainan) and the high-traffic sections of the Formosa Freeway. Includes the Wuyang Elevated section of Freeway 1.
Central & Southern Cities (2,000+ Cameras)
Urban networks in Taichung, Kaohsiung, and Tainan. Monitoring of the Kaohsiung Harbor area, Taichung's 74 Expressway, and the primary radial routes in and out of the southern metropolitan hubs.
Eastern & Mountain Routes (1,000+ Cameras)
Freeway 5 (Xueshan Tunnel), Highway 9 (Suhua), and the Central Cross-Island Highway. Vital monitoring of weather-sensitive mountain passes and the coastal routes toward Yilan, Hualien, and Taitung.
Key Transportation Corridors
National Freeway 1 (Sun Yat-sen Freeway): Taiwan's first and most important north-south artery. Cameras cover the entire 374km route, with particularly high density through the Taipei-Taoyuan corridor and the heavy industrial zones of Kaohsiung. Our feeds help you monitor the Wuyang Elevated section, which helps separate long-distance traffic from local commuters.
National Freeway 3 (Formosa Freeway): The newer, longer north-south route that serves as the primary alternative to Freeway 1. Cameras monitor the more inland route, including the scenic sections through Nantou and the major junctions connecting to the western coastal cities.
National Freeway 5: The primary link between Taipei and the East Coast. Cameras are essential for monitoring the 12.9km Xueshan Tunnel. During weekends and holidays, these feeds provide vital visual confirmation of the heavy "recreational" traffic flows toward Yilan.
Provincial Highway 61 (Western Coastal Expressway): Known as the "Poor Man's Freeway" because it is toll-free, this route follows the western coastline. Cameras are critical here for monitoring high-wind conditions and heavy freight traffic moving between Taiwan's major ports.
Provincial Highway 9 (Suhua Highway): The main route to Hualien. Cameras monitor the improved Suhua Highway sections and the older coastal road. These feeds are the first place locals look during heavy rain or seismic activity to check for road safety and debris.
The Xueshan Tunnel
The Xueshan Tunnel on National Freeway 5 is a marvel of engineering, but it is also a major traffic bottleneck. Stringent safety rules, including minimum vehicle spacing and a 90 km/h speed limit, are strictly enforced. Our cameras at both the Pinglin and Toucheng portals help you gauge the queue length before you commit to the tunnel transit.
Seasonal and Weather Considerations
The Freeway Bureau of Taiwan utilizes an extensive network of live cameras and sensors to manage the high-density traffic of National Freeways 1 and 3, which serve as the island's primary economic corridors.
Typhoon and Rain Hazards
Taiwan's geography makes it highly susceptible to typhoons (July-October) and heavy "Plum Rain" (May-June). During these periods, monitoring cameras is a matter of safety. Taiwan recorded 2,950 traffic fatalities in 2024—a slight decrease from the previous year—as the government continues to leverage real-time monitoring and Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) to enhance road safety.
Mountain routes like the Suhua Highway and the Central Cross-Island Highway are frequently closed preemptively. Check cameras for visibility, standing water on freeways, and signs of landslides in mountainous areas before attempting travel during weather alerts.
Weather Challenges by Region:
- Northern Taiwan: Dense fog is common on Freeway 1 near Linkou and on Freeway 3 in the foothills. Cameras are essential for checking visibility levels during winter morning commutes.
- Mountain Passes: High-elevation routes (Hehuanshan, Alishan) can see frost or even snow in rare cases, but are more commonly affected by thick clouds and low visibility.
- Coastal Areas: High crosswinds can impact tall vehicles on Highway 61 and the elevated sections of the National Freeways.
- Urban Centers: Intense afternoon thunderstorms in summer can cause localized flooding on city streets; monitoring intersection cameras helps identify navigable routes.
Holiday Traffic: The Lunar New Year (Spring Festival) and other long holidays see massive "southward" (beginning of holiday) and "northward" (end of holiday) migration. Freeway cameras are the primary tool for Taiwanese drivers to time their departures and avoid the multi-hour gridlock on Freeways 1 and 3.
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View live camera feeds to assess weather, traffic flow, and road conditions before your trip. Filter by freeway number or city district.
View Cameras Now ->Driving in Taiwan: What Cameras Reveal
Understanding the local driving environment helps you interpret Taiwan's camera feeds:
Scooter Density: In cities like Taipei and Kaohsiung, you will see massive "waterfalls" of scooters at intersections. Cameras monitor the "scooter boxes" at the front of traffic lanes. High scooter density on camera is a reliable indicator of urban rush-hour peaks.
Elevated vs. Surface Roads: Many of Taiwan's primary routes are elevated above surface streets. Cameras are often positioned to see both levels. If you see gridlock on the surface but clear lanes above, it's a sign that the expressway ramps are flowing well.
Lane Control Signals: Taiwan's freeways use advanced lane control. If you see an "X" or a downward arrow on the overhead gantries in a camera feed, it indicates lane closures for maintenance or incident management.
Electronic Toll Collection (eTag): Taiwan uses a fully automated, distance-based tolling system. You will see eTag gantries across the freeways. While these aren't traffic cameras, they often have monitoring equipment nearby that provides excellent views of high-speed traffic flow.
Construction Zones: With constant infrastructure upgrades, "Social Construction" (public works) is common. Camera feeds near MRT (subway) construction sites in New Taipei and Taichung help identify temporary lane shifts and potential delays.
Platform Features for Taiwan Cameras
Our platform provides 135,000+ cameras from 600+ sources across 130+ countries, with 10,000+ focused on Taiwan coverage:
- City & District Filtering: Instantly filter to Taipei, Taichung, Kaohsiung, or specific districts.
- Freeway Navigation: Search by Freeway number (e.g., "Freeway 1") to see all cameras along the corridor.
- Favorites: Save your daily commute bridges or frequently used freeway interchanges for instant access.
- Mobile Optimized: Check Taiwan's traffic on your phone while on the go—perfect for the island's mobile-first lifestyle.
- Real-Time Updates: Camera feeds refresh automatically, providing up-to-the-minute visual data from Freeway Bureau and City ITS sources.
- Search: Find cameras by road name (e.g., "Zhongshan Road"), landmark, or bridge name.
- Map and Grid Views: Switch between an interactive map for spatial orientation or a grid view to scan all Tamsui River crossings at once.
Explore Taiwan Routes
Plan your cross-island journey or daily city commute with our route planning tool. Add waypoints and discover all available cameras along your path from Keelung to Pingtung.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many traffic cameras are available in Taiwan?
Our platform aggregates 10,000+ live traffic cameras across Taiwan. This includes the entire National Freeway network (1, 3, 5, etc.), provincial highways, and extensive urban street networks in major cities like Taipei, New Taipei, Taichung, and Kaohsiung.
Are the Taiwan traffic cameras live video?
Many urban cameras in Taipei and Kaohsiung provide high-frequency snapshots or live video streams depending on the municipal source. Freeway Bureau cameras typically provide high-resolution images that refresh every few seconds to a minute. Our platform handles all these feed types seamlessly.
How can I check traffic for the Xueshan Tunnel?
Search for "Xueshan" or "Freeway 5" on our platform. You can see cameras at both portals (Pinglin and Toucheng) as well as several points within the tunnel corridor to gauge traffic flow and queue lengths.
Do Taiwan traffic cameras work during typhoons?
Yes, the cameras are designed to operate in extreme weather, though visibility may be severely reduced by heavy rain and wind. Monitoring these cameras during typhoons is highly recommended for safety, as they show real-time road conditions and any preemptive closures.
Can I filter cameras by city in Taiwan?
Absolutely. You can use our search bar to filter by "Taipei," "Taichung," "Kaohsiung," and other major cities, or use the interactive map to zoom directly into the neighborhood or intersection you're interested in.
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Access 10,000+ live traffic cameras covering Taiwan's freeways and city streets. Monitor current conditions, plan safer routes, and stay ahead of the traffic from the northern tip of Keelung to the southern shores of Pingtung.
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