Renting a Scooter in Luodong & Yilan: Where to Pick One Up, How to Get There from Yilan or Jiaoxi Station, and Where to Ride

Renting a Scooter in Luodong & Yilan: Where to Pick One Up, How to Get There from Yilan or Jiaoxi Station, and Where to Ride

Searching for a scooter rental in Jiaoxi or at Yilan Station? Here is the short answer first: in Yilan County, GoodCars rents scooters only at the Luodong Station store (on the back-station side of Luodong Station). Our Yilan Station and Jiaoxi Station pickup points rent cars only. This guide covers how to hop on a local train from Yilan or Jiaoxi to Luodong, what to bring, which flat, short rides around Luodong suit a scooter, and when a car is the better idea (mountain roads, rain, more people). For the full Luodong store walk-through, see Luodong Station Car Rental Guide; for general scooter tips, see Scooter Rental Recommendations.

Luodong sits on the southern Lanyang Plain; most nearby sights are on flat roads (Unsplash, location tagged as Luodong, Yilan; illustrative)

Where can you rent a scooter in Yilan?

Source: GoodCars' public store and price data, checked on 13 November 2026. All three share the phone number +886 3-956-0505. Comparing the three for car rental: Yilan Car Rental: 3 Pickup Points.

At Yilan or Jiaoxi Station? Take a local train to Luodong

Yilan, Jiaoxi and Luodong are all on the Taiwan Railway Yilan Line. Based on Taiwan Railway's published timetable data (for 25 November 2026), local trains take roughly:

• Yilan Station → Luodong: about 6–11 minutes (most trains about 10)
• Jiaoxi Station → Luodong: about 14–32 minutes (most trains about 20), passing Yilan Station on the way

Check the exact train on the Taiwan Railway website. At Luodong, the front and back stations connect through the second-floor concourse; take the back-station exit and navigate to 宜蘭縣羅東鎮陽明路88號. Google Maps puts the walk at about 200–300 m, 3–5 minutes (from our Luodong guide). If you would rather not change trains, rent a car directly at Yilan or Jiaoxi Station.

What to bring and how to book

• Licence: bring your ID and a licence that covers scooters; if unsure, ask the store before booking. Foreign visitors can rent scooters; the store checks and approves your licence at pickup, so bring your original licence, IDP and passport. For age, licence history and other details, follow the booking page and what the store tells you.
• Payment: foreign renters need a credit card in their own name.
• Helmets: the model page lists a helmet as included; ask the store how many and what sizes when you book.
• Booking lead time: online bookings need to be made 12–24 hours before pickup depending on the location (as shown on the booking page); for last-minute rentals, call the store or message it on WhatsApp.
• Availability: scooters are limited and weekends and holidays go first. Confirm on the booking page before you travel; if none are left, book a five-seater car.

Where to ride from Luodong

Distances below come from the Google Maps driving routes in our Luodong guide (start: No. 88 Yangming Road, checked 25 September 2026). Riding times depend on route and traffic; re-check with the motorcycle mode in your navigation app.

Red-brick shophouses and vintage scooter props at the Traditional Arts park, about 6–7 km from Luodong (Unsplash, location tagged as the Yilan Traditional Arts park; not a GoodCars rental)

An easy half-day loop: Luodong Station store → Meihua Lake → Dongshan River Water Park → Traditional Arts park → back to Luodong to return the scooter, then walk to the night market.

Egrets are a common sight by the water and fields around Luodong (Unsplash, location tagged as Luodong Township, Yilan; illustrative)

When a car is the better choice

• Mountains (Taipingshan, Mingchi): Taipingshan is about 62–65 km and 1 h 50 min+ by car from Luodong, ending in high mountain roads where fog and afternoon rain are common. Take a car; see Taipingshan Self-Drive Guide.
• Rain: Yilan faces the northeast monsoon, so autumn and winter often bring several wet days in a row. Check the Central Weather Administration forecast for Yilan; if it is raining, switch to a car and indoor plans (Yilan rainy-day ideas).
• More people, luggage or longer trips: a scooter carries two. For Suao and Nanfang'ao (about 14–18 km) or a full day of stops, a car is easier. GoodCars economy five-seaters start from NT$1,199 on weekdays and NT$1,399 on weekends and holidays (actual prices vary by pickup location and date; see the online quote).

Practical riding tips in Yilan

• Use motorcycle routing: scooters cannot use National Freeway 5 (the Hsuehshan Tunnel road); choose the motorcycle route in Google Maps.
• Helmets on and strapped, for rider and passenger.
• Two-stage left turns: where you see a scooter waiting box or a two-stage-turn sign, turn left in two stages instead of cutting across.
• Slow down at night and in the rain: lights on, keep your distance, and avoid painted lines and drain covers when wet. Carry a light raincoat.
• Refuel it yourself: the GP-125 takes 95 unleaded according to the model page. Whether to top up before returning is up to the store; take a photo of the gauge at pickup.
• Park in scooter bays and keep arcades, pavements and doorways clear. Never ride after drinking; take a taxi.

FAQ

Can I rent a scooter in Jiaoxi?

Not from GoodCars' Jiaoxi Station point, which rents cars only. Take a local train to Luodong (around 20 minutes on most trains) and pick up at the Luodong Station store, or rent a car in Jiaoxi.

Can I rent a scooter at Yilan train station?

No, Yilan Station is cars only. The local train to Luodong takes about 10 minutes on most services.

What licence do I need to rent a scooter?

Bring the original of a licence that covers scooters; if you are not sure your licence covers this scooter, ask the store before booking. If you would rather drive, all three Yilan pickup points (Yilan Station, Jiaoxi Station and Luodong Station store) rent cars.

Am I guaranteed a scooter?

No. Scooters are limited; check the booking page for your date before you travel, and book a five-seater if none are left.

Can I pick up after 9 pm?

Online booking covers 09:00–21:00. Outside business hours, call the store in advance (+886 3-956-0505) and they will arrange it.

Can I return the scooter somewhere else?

Yilan and Jiaoxi stations have no scooters; whether another return point is possible is shown by the return options on the booking page. The simplest plan is to pick up and return at Luodong.