Narita Airport to Tokyo – Trains and Buses
Last updated: August 14, 2025
Tokyo has two international airports: Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT). Narita Airport is farther from central Tokyo than Haneda Airport, located about 43 miles (70 kilometers) away.
- If your flight arrives too late, you can consider staying at a hotel close to the airport terminal, such as the Narita Tobu Hotel Airport.
- Because taxi fares are very high, ranging from ¥25,000 to ¥35,000, this article does not provide specific details.
From Narita Airport to Tokyo
Most first-time visitors to Tokyo choose to stay near Tokyo Station, Ueno Station, or Shinjuku Station.
From Narita Airport to Tokyo Station
| Option | Route | Total Time | Fare | Transfers | Ticket Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fastest | Take the Narita Express directly to Tokyo Station. | About 1 hour 5 minutes | ¥3,070, free for JR Pass holders | 0 | Tickets available on-site or by reservation |
| Cheapest | Take the Airport Bus [TYO-NRT] directly to Tokyo Station. | About 1 hour 21 minutes | ¥1,300 | 0 | Tickets available only on-site |
- You can use the Japan Transit Planner for more route and schedule information.
- You can stay at Daiwa Roynet Hotel or Super Hotel Premier , both of which have excellent reviews and are a 5-minute walk from Tokyo Station.
From Narita Airport to Ueno
| Option | Route | Total Time | Fare | Transfers | Ticket Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fastest | Take the Skyliner directly to Keisei-Ueno Station. | About 44 minutes | ¥2,580 | 0 | Tickets available on-site or by reservation |
| Cheapest | Take the Keisei Line Limited Express directly to Keisei-Ueno Station. | About 1 hour 20 minutes | ¥1,060 | 0 | Tickets available only on-site |
- You can use the Japan Transit Planner for route and schedule information.
- You can stay at Hotel Sardonyx Ueno, which has excellent reviews and is a 5-minute walk from Keisei-Ueno Station.
From Narita Airport to Shinjuku
| Option | Route | Total Time | Fare | Transfers | Ticket Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fastest | Take the Narita Express directly to Shinjuku. | About 1 hour 30 minutes | ¥3,250, free for JR Pass holders | 0 | Tickets available on-site or by reservation |
| Cheapest | Take the JR Narita Line Rapid to Tokyo Station, then transfer to the Chuo Line Rapid to Shinjuku. | About 1 hour 50 minutes | ¥1,520, free for JR Pass holders | 1 | Tickets available only on-site |
| Easiest | Take the Airport Limousine Bus directly to Shinjuku. | About 1 hour 53 minutes | ¥3,600 | 0 | Tickets available on-site or by reservation |
- You can use the Japan Transit Planner for more route and schedule information.
- You can stay at Hotel Sunroute Plaza or Tokyu Stay Shinjuku , both of which have excellent reviews and are a 5-minute walk from Shinjuku Station.
From Narita Airport to Tokyo Disneyland
| Option | Route | Total Time | Fare | Transfers | Ticket Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easiest | Take the Airport Limousine Bus directly to Tokyo Disneyland. It also stops at hotels near the park, such as Grand Nikko Tokyo Bay, Hilton Tokyo Bay, and Tokyo Bay Maihama Hotel. | About 56 minutes | ¥2,300 | 0 | Tickets available on-site or by reservation |
You can use the Japan Transit Planner for more route and schedule information.
From Narita Airport to Haneda Airport
| Option | Route | Total Time | Fare | Transfers | Ticket Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | Take the Keisei Narita SkyAccess train directly to Haneda Airport. | About 1 hour 31 minutes | ¥1,810 | 0 | Tickets available only on-site |
| Easiest | Take the Airport Limousine Bus directly to Haneda Airport. | About 1 hour 40 minutes | ¥3,600 | 0 | Tickets available on-site or by reservation |
You can use the Japan Transit Planner for more route and schedule information.
About the Narita Express
The Narita Express is an express train operated by JR East and is one of the fastest ways to travel from Narita Airport to Shinjuku.
Route: Narita Airport Terminal 1, 2, and 3 to Tokyo Station and Shinjuku Station
Travel time: Approximately 1.5 Hours
Fare: Approximately ¥3,000
JR Pass accepted: Yes
Ticket purchase: Available at ticket counters, ticket machines, or through online reservations
Official website: N’EX Train JR-EAST
Watch: How to take Narita Express from Narita Airport to Shinjuku
About the Skyliner
The Skyliner is an express train operated by Keisei Electric Railway and is the fastest way to travel from Narita Airport to Ueno.
Route: Narita Airport Terminal 1, 2, and 3 to Keisei Ueno Station
Travel time: Approximately 40 minutes
Fare: ¥2,580
JR Pass accepted: No
Ticket purchase: Available at ticket counters, ticket machines, or through online reservations
Schedule: See the timetable for first and last departure times
Official website: KEISEI Electric Railway
Watch: Ueno to Narita Airport, Worth Paying Expensive Ticket for Skyliner?
About the Low-Cost Bus (LCB)
Also known as the Airport Bus TYO-NRT, this shuttle is one of the most economical ways to travel between Narita Airport and central Tokyo.
Route: Stops at Terminals 1–3, with service to Tokyo Station, Ginza Station, and other central locations.
Travel time: Approximately 1.5 hours
Fare: ¥1,500 – ¥3,000
JR Pass accepted: No
Ticket purchase: Available at ticket counters and ticket machines; no advance booking required
Schedule: See the timetable for first and last departure times
Official website: TYO-NRT Airport Bus Tokyo
Watch: From Narita to Ginza by Low Cost Bus
About the Airport Limousine
The Limousine Bus offers a comfortable ride with direct access to major destinations, so you don’t have to transfer your luggage along the way. Onboard display screens announce stops in English. One potential drawback is the higher fare compared to trains.
Route: Narita Airport Terminal 1, 2, and 3 to Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Tokyo Disneyland, and more
Travel time: 1 - 2 hours
Fare: ¥2300 - ¥3,600
JR Pass accepted: No
Ticket purchase: Ticket counters, Ticket machines, or online reservations
Schedule: First/Last departure times can be found on the timetable
Official website: Limousine Bus by Airport Transport Service
Watch: How to Ride the AIRPORT LIMOUSINE BUS
