Narita and Haneda Airport Transfers: How to Get to Tokyo
Every way to get from Narita and Haneda airports into Tokyo, with 2026 fares, journey times and the best option for your hotel, your luggage and a late arrival.
Quick answer
- Haneda: closer and cheaper. The Keikyu train reaches Shinagawa in about 15 minutes for around 330 yen.
- Narita to Ueno: the Keisei Skyliner, about 40 minutes for 2,580 yen.
- Narita to Tokyo Station or Shinjuku: the Narita Express, or the TYO-NRT bus to Tokyo Station for 1,500 yen.
- Lots of luggage: the Airport Limousine Bus, which stops at many big hotels.
- Late at night: Haneda has late buses and fixed-fare taxis. Narita's last trains leave around 11pm.
Tokyo has two airports. Haneda sits in the city, only 15 to 30 minutes from most hotels. Narita is about 60 kilometres east, so the trip in takes an hour or more. Both are easy once you know which train or bus goes to your area.
Narita Airport to Tokyo
| Option | Goes to | Time | Fare per adult |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keisei Skyliner | Nippori and Ueno | 36 to 41 minutes | 2,580 yen |
| JR Narita Express (N'EX) | Tokyo Station | about 55 to 60 minutes | about 3,100 yen |
| JR Narita Express (N'EX) | Shinagawa, Shibuya and Shinjuku | 75 to 85 minutes | 3,330 yen |
| Keisei Access Express | Asakusa and Higashi-Ginza | 60 to 70 minutes | about 1,300 yen |
| TYO-NRT bus | Tokyo Station | 65 to 90 minutes | 1,500 yen |
| Airport Limousine Bus | Major hotels, Shinjuku, Tokyo Station | 80 to 120 minutes | about 3,100 to 3,600 yen |
| Taxi | Anywhere | 60 to 90 minutes | about 22,000 to 30,000 yen per car |
- Fastest: the Skyliner to Ueno, then the subway or a taxi to your hotel.
- Best for the west side: the Narita Express, which runs straight to Shibuya and Shinjuku with no change.
- Cheapest: the TYO-NRT bus or the Access Express.
- Foreign visitors' deal: the N'EX Tokyo round trip ticket costs 5,200 yen and is valid for 14 days.
Our tip: If you have a JR Pass, the Narita Express is included. The Skyliner is not.
Haneda Airport to Tokyo
| Option | Goes to | Time | Fare per adult |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keikyu Line | Shinagawa, then JR to Shibuya, Shinjuku or Tokyo Station | 15 to 35 minutes | about 330 to 540 yen |
| Keikyu Line | Asakusa, with no change | about 32 minutes | about 600 yen |
| Tokyo Monorail | Hamamatsucho, then JR | about 15 to 20 minutes | 520 yen |
| Airport Limousine Bus | Tokyo Station, Shibuya, Shinjuku, Ikebukuro, hotels | 30 to 60 minutes | 1,000 to 1,400 yen |
| Taxi (fixed fare, daytime) | Tokyo Station, Shibuya or Shinjuku | 20 to 40 minutes | 7,600 to 9,000 yen plus tolls |
- Best for most people: the Keikyu Line. It is fast, cheap and links to every part of the city.
- With a JR Pass: take the Tokyo Monorail, which the pass covers.
- With heavy bags or children: the Limousine Bus or a fixed-fare taxi, both door to door or close to it.
Which option is best for your hotel?
| Staying in | From Narita | From Haneda |
|---|---|---|
| Shinjuku | Narita Express or Limousine Bus | Keikyu to Shinagawa, then JR Yamanote Line |
| Shibuya | Narita Express | Keikyu to Shinagawa, then JR Yamanote Line, or the Limousine Bus |
| Tokyo Station or Ginza | TYO-NRT bus or Narita Express | Keikyu or the Monorail, then JR |
| Ueno | Keisei Skyliner | Keikyu to Shinagawa, then JR |
| Asakusa | Keisei Access Express | Keikyu Line, no change |
| Ikebukuro | Limousine Bus | Limousine Bus |
Arriving late or very early
- Narita's last trains into Tokyo leave around 10:30 to 11pm. After that, the late TYO-NRT bus to Tokyo Station costs 3,000 yen, or take a taxi.
- Haneda has late night buses to Shinjuku and Ikebukuro for about 2,800 yen, plus fixed-fare taxis.
- Haneda taxi fares rise by about 15 to 20 percent between 10pm and 5am.
- If you land after midnight at Narita, an airport hotel can be cheaper and calmer than a long taxi ride.
Tips for a smooth arrival
- Buy or top up a Suica or PASMO card at the airport. It works on every train and bus in the city.
- Book the Skyliner or Narita Express online before you fly to skip the ticket queues.
- Use a luggage delivery counter in arrivals if you have big suitcases. Bags reach your hotel the next day for about 2,000 to 3,000 yen each.
- Rush hour, roughly 7:30 to 9:30am, is a hard time to take big bags on city trains. A bus or taxi is easier then.
- Check which terminal you land at. Each one has its own train station.
Our tip: Flying into Osaka instead? The Haruka express runs from Kansai Airport to Kyoto, and our itinerary maker adds the airport transfer for you.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest way from Narita to Tokyo?
The TYO-NRT bus to Tokyo Station for 1,500 yen, or the Keisei Access Express to Asakusa for about 1,300 yen.
What is the fastest way from Narita to Tokyo?
The Keisei Skyliner, which reaches Ueno in about 40 minutes.
How do I get from Haneda to Shinjuku?
Take the Keikyu Line to Shinagawa and change to the JR Yamanote Line. It takes about 35 minutes and costs about 540 yen. The Limousine Bus is a good option with luggage.
Is Haneda or Narita better?
Haneda is much closer to the city, which saves time and money. Narita often has cheaper flights, so compare the total cost.
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