NARITA AIRPORT TO TOKYO CITY CENTER: By Train and Bus

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4 years ago

Being the domestic and international transportation hub of Japan, Tokyo is very accessible as all rails, roads, planes, and ships lead to the capital.

There are two major airports serving Tokyo: Narita and Haneda. Narita International Airport accommodates most of the international flights.

Narita Airport to Tokyo Station by TRAIN

Of the three terminals in Narita Airport, only Terminals 1 and 2 have their own train stations. If you are arriving at Terminal 3, you need to go on foot to Terminal 2. There are signs that will help you navigate around the airport. There are also free shuttle buses connecting all three terminals.

Note: Depending on where your hotel is located, your route will vary. Let’s just assume that you are heading to Tokyo Station.

Via Keisei Limited Express

Take the Keisei Limited Express (Access – Tokkyu for Keisei-Ueno) to Nippori Station.
From Nippori Station, transfer train to JR Yamanote Line or JR Keihin-Tohoku Line and alight at Tokyo Station.

Fare: ¥1,400 (no additional seat fee)
Travel Time: Approximately 80 minutes

Via Keisei Skyliner

Take the Keisei Skyliner to Nippori Station.
From Nippori Station, transfer train to JR Yamanote Line or JR Keihin-Tohoku Line and alight at Tokyo Station.

Travel Time: Approximately 50 minutes
Fare: ¥1,400
Seat Fee (Keisei Skyliner): ¥1,230 (Reserved)

Note: If you are a foreigner and you booked your ticket online in advance, you can get a total discounted fare of ¥2,200.

Via JR Narita Express

Take the JR Narita Express. This will take you directly to Tokyo Station.

Fare: ¥1,320
Seat Fee (Narita Express): ¥1,700 (Reserved); ¥3,240 (Green Seat)
Note: If you are a foreigner, you can get a discounted roundtrip ticket for ¥4,000 (valid within a two-week period). JR Pass and other passes can be used for this route.
Travel Time: Approximately 50 minutes

Via JR Sobu Line

Take the Rapid Sobu Line and alight at Tokyo Station. This is a cheaper alternative to the JR Narita Express but without the seat reservation.

Fare: ¥1,300
Travel Time: Approximately 75 minutes

Narita Airport to Tokyo Station by BUS

Via Limousine Buses

Limousine buses will take you directly to Tokyo Station or to your hotel if it’s one of those several major hotel stops within Tokyo Station area.

Fare: ¥3,100
Travel Time: Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes

Via Tokyo Shuttle Bus

Tokyo shuttle buses run between Narita Airport and Tokyo Station. The fare varies depending on the time of the day; it’s usually higher during early morning and late night trips.

Travel Time: Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes
Fare: ¥1,000 (regular day rate); ¥2,000 (late-night/early-morning rate); ¥900 (discounted rate)
Note: Discounted rate applies for tickets bought online, through phone, and from convenience stores.

Via The Access Narita Bus

The Access Narita buses connect Narita Airport to Tokyo Station and Ginza Station. The fare doubles beyond the regular operating hours.

Fare: ¥1,000 (regular day rate); ¥2,000 (late-night/early-morning rate)
Travel Time: Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes

Important Notes

Trains operate until midnight and resume around 5 AM. If you are traveling to/from these two major airports beyond regular operating hours, limousine buses offer airport-city center route, but the fares will be higher than the usual day rate. You can also opt to ride a taxi, but the cost would make your pockets bleed.
Please follow the train and bus rules and etiquette.

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