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Limousine Bus Fares from Narita Airport to Tokyo Station and Other Transport Options

Limousine Bus Fares from Narita Airport to Tokyo Station and Other Transport Options
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Wondering about the best way to get from Narita Airport to Tokyo Station and what options are available?

This article introduces the recommended limousine bus fares, service details, and other transportation options.

Be sure to check it out!

Limousine Bus from Narita Airport to Tokyo Station

One of the ways to get from Narita Airport to Tokyo Station is by limousine bus.

Here we’ll introduce two options: Airport Bus Tokyo-Narita and NearMe.

Airport Bus Tokyo-Narita

Airport Bus Tokyo-Narita is a service that combines the familiar “THE Access Narita” and “Tokyo Shuttle” services into one.

It runs between Tokyo Station and Narita Airport for ¥1,000 one way (excluding late-night/early-morning services).

It offers an even more convenient and comfortable way to travel between Tokyo Station and Narita Airport.

NearMe

NearMe is a new door-to-door service provided by our company that drives you to Narita Airport by car.

Our proprietary AI technology creates the most optimal pickup and drop-off route. Best of all, you can go directly from your home or hotel to Narita Airport, so there’s no need to carry heavy luggage on foot.

Wi-Fi is also available on rides heading to Narita Airport. It combines the best aspects of other transport options, with a spacious capacity of up to 9 passengers.

You can choose your preferred pickup/drop-off location at no extra charge. Drop-off locations include Narita Airport Terminals 1, 2, and 3.

Details on Limousine Bus Fares and Services

Next, let’s look at the following five points regarding fares and service details for both Airport Bus Tokyo-Narita and NearMe.

  • Operating company
  • Fare
  • Travel time
  • Timetable
  • Boarding location

Airport Bus Tokyo-Narita

Operating company

Airport Bus Tokyo-Narita is operated by multiple companies.

Keisei Transit Bus Co., Ltd., JR Bus Kanto Co., Ltd., and the B-Transse Group.

Fare

The fare between Tokyo Station and Narita Airport is ¥1,000 per person one way.

For early-morning/late-night services, the fare doubles to ¥2,000 per person (¥1,000 for children).

Travel time

Travel time varies by terminal, so here are the times from each departure point.

From Narita Airport Terminal 1, Stop 31:

  • Tokyo Station: approx. 65 minutes
  • Ginza Station: approx. 77 minutes
  • Shinonome Bus Depot: approx. 95 minutes
  • Shinonome Aeon: approx. 90 minutes
  • Oedo Onsen Monogatari: approx. 100 minutes

From Narita Airport Terminal 2, Stop 19:

  • Tokyo Station (approx. 70 minutes)
  • Ginza Station (approx. 82 minutes)
  • Shinonome Bus Depot (approx. 100 minutes)
  • Shinonome Aeon (approx. 95 minutes)
  • Oedo Onsen Monogatari (approx. 105 minutes)
  • Kajibashi Parking (80 minutes)

From Narita Airport Terminal 2, Stop 2:

  • Tokyo Station (approx. 75 minutes)
  • Ginza Station (approx. 87 minutes)
  • Shinonome Bus Depot (approx. 105 minutes)
  • Shinonome Aeon (approx. 100 minutes)
  • Oedo Onsen Monogatari (approx. 110 minutes)
  • Kajibashi Parking (85 minutes)

From Narita Airport Terminal 3:

  • Tokyo Station (approx. 80 minutes)
  • Ginza Station (approx. 92 minutes)
  • Shinonome Bus Depot (approx. 110 minutes)
  • Shinonome Aeon (approx. 105 minutes)
  • Oedo Onsen Monogatari (approx. 115 minutes)
  • Kajibashi Parking (90 minutes)

Timetable

Buses run 3-4 times per hour.

The first bus from Tokyo Station departs at 4:30 AM, with the last at 10:00 PM.

The first bus from Narita Airport Terminal 3, Stop 2, departs at 6:40 AM, with the last at 10:10 PM.

For the timetable, please check the Airport Bus Tokyo-Narita official website timetable.

Boarding location

At Narita Airport Terminal 1, board from Bus Stop 31.

Reference: Airport Bus Tokyo-Narita official website

At Narita Airport Terminal 2, board from Bus Stop 2 or 19.

Reference: Airport Bus Tokyo-Narita official website

At Narita Airport Terminal 3, board from Bus Stop 1 or 2.

Reference: Airport Bus Tokyo-Narita official website

At Tokyo Station, board from Stop 7 or 8 at the Yaesu South Exit highway bus terminal.

Reference: Airport Bus Tokyo-Narita official website

NearMe

Operating company

NearMe is our own door-to-airport service, operated by NearMe Inc.

Our proprietary AI technology creates the most optimal pickup and drop-off route. You can go directly from your home or hotel to Narita Airport, so there’s no need to carry heavy luggage on foot.

Wi-Fi is also available on the shuttle. It combines the best aspects of other transport options, with a spacious capacity of up to 9 passengers.

You can choose your preferred pickup/drop-off location at no extra charge. Drop-off locations include Narita Airport Terminals 1, 2, and 3.

Fare

From Narita Airport to Tokyo Station, the fare starts from ¥5,980 per person.

Travel time

From Narita Airport to Tokyo Station takes approximately 70 to 80 minutes.

Travel time may vary somewhat depending on traffic conditions.

Be sure to allow extra time when scheduling your pickup.

Timetable

NearMe doesn’t operate on a fixed timetable.

By providing your flight time and desired arrival time, the AI calculates the optimal pickup time for you.

This allows for smooth, hassle-free travel.

Boarding location

With NearMe, a car will pick you up at your specified location.

Pickup from your home is also possible. Not having to travel to a boarding location is extremely convenient.

Service is available within Tokyo’s 23 wards.

If you’re interested, please make a reservation or ask questions via the service website.

Comparing the Limousine Bus Options

Here’s a comparison table of the two limousine bus options.

Airport Bus Tokyo-NaritaNearMe
Fare (Narita Airport – Tokyo Station)¥1,000 one way (per person)From ¥5,980 one way per person
Travel timeApprox. 70-80 minutesApprox. 70-80 minutes
Frequency3-4 times per hourChoose any time, including late-night/early-morning
Boarding locationFixed boarding pointsPickup from any location you choose

In terms of fare, Airport Bus Tokyo-Narita is by far the cheaper option.

It’s recommended if you want to keep costs down.

In terms of time and location flexibility, NearMe is much more accommodating.

It allows you to go directly from your home to the airport.

If you want a comfortable journey, NearMe is the way to go!

Other Transportation Options from Narita Airport to Tokyo Station

There are other ways to travel from Narita Airport to Tokyo Station as well.

Finally, let’s introduce three train options.

  1. Keisei Skyliner
  2. Narita Express
  3. JR Sobu Line

Keisei Skyliner

The first is the Keisei Skyliner.

The Keisei Skyliner is an airport express train that runs between Ueno Station and Narita Airport Station.

It can reach speeds of up to 160 km/h, the fastest of any conventional line, connecting Nippori Station to Airport Terminal 2 Building Station in as little as 36 minutes (the shortest travel time between Nippori Station and Airport Terminal 2 Building Station).

The fare to Tokyo Station is ¥2,630 one way.

It requires one transfer, and the travel time is 48 to 55 minutes.

Narita Express

The second option is the Narita Express.

The Narita Express directly connects Narita Airport to major stations including Tokyo, Shinagawa, Shibuya, Shinjuku, Ikebukuro, Yokohama, and Omiya. Its trains feature spacious, convenient interiors.

The fare to Tokyo Station is ¥3,020 one way.

Since it stops at Tokyo Station, no transfer is needed.

The travel time is 54 minutes to 1 hour 10 minutes.

A comparison of the Narita Express and Keisei Skyliner is available in this article as well.

If you’re interested in traveling by train, be sure to check it out.

JR Sobu Line

You can also travel from Narita Airport to Tokyo Station using the JR Sobu Line.

In this case, the fare is ¥1,342 one way.

Depending on the train, no transfer is required, and the travel time is approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.

Summary

In this article, we covered the features and fares of limousine buses traveling from Narita Airport to Tokyo Station.

Limousine buses offer excellent cost performance, with fares starting as low as ¥1,000.

Also, with NearMe, a car will pick you up at your specified location, letting you enjoy a comfortable journey.

While the fare is a bit higher, you can get off the plane and head to Tokyo Station without carrying much luggage.

Each option has its own pros and cons, so be sure to compare them carefully and choose the one that suits you best.

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