There are several ways to travel between Shimbashi and Narita Airport, including trains, buses, and taxis. You probably want to know which option gets you there fastest, cheapest, and most comfortably.

This article covers not only trains, taxis, buses, and limousine buses, but also our recommended way to travel — take a look.

Available Transportation Options

Here are the transportation options for traveling between Shimbashi and Narita Airport.

We’ll cover the following three methods:

1. Train
2. Taxi
3. Bus

Let’s go through each in detail.

By Train

First, let’s look at how to travel by train.

Which Line to Use

There are two patterns for traveling by train.

The fastest route is Shimbashi → Airport Terminal 2 (via the Yokosuka Line, Sobu Line, and Narita Line).

Depending on timing, this route may allow you to travel without transferring, though a transfer is sometimes required, so keep that in mind.

The cheapest route is Shimbashi → Aoshi (via the Toei Asakusa Line and Keisei Oshiage Line) → Airport Terminal 2 (via the Keisei Main Line).

Approximate Fare

For the fastest route, Shimbashi → Airport Terminal 2 (Yokosuka Line, Sobu Line, Narita Line), the fare is ¥1,520.

For the cheapest route, Shimbashi → Aoshi (Toei Asakusa Line, Keisei Oshiage Line) → Airport Terminal 2 (Keisei Main Line), the fare is ¥1,150.

Approximate Travel Time

For the fastest route, Shimbashi → Airport Terminal 2 (Yokosuka Line, Sobu Line, Narita Line), the trip takes 1 hour 23 minutes.

For the cheapest route, Shimbashi → Aoshi (Toei Asakusa Line, Keisei Oshiage Line) → Airport Terminal 2 (Keisei Main Line), the trip takes 1 hour 59 minutes.

That’s a difference of about 30 minutes.

By Taxi

Next, let’s look at the details of traveling between Shimbashi and Narita Airport by taxi.

Approximate Fare

For a taxi ride between Shimbashi and Narita Airport, covering 70.8 km, the fare is approximately ¥28,730.

Expressway tolls and late-night surcharges are added on top of this.

Approximate Travel Time

The trip takes about 60 minutes.

Depending on road traffic conditions, it may take a bit longer.

By Bus

Finally, let’s look at the details of traveling between Shimbashi and Narita Airport by bus.

There is no direct bus service between Shimbashi and Narita Airport.

You’ll need to take a bus from the nearest hub, either Tokyo or Ginza.

Approximate Fare

Traveling by bus from Tokyo Station or Ginza Station to Narita Airport costs ¥1,000. Getting to those stations by train from Shimbashi via the Yamanote Line costs an additional ¥140.

Approximate Travel Time

The trip takes about 62 minutes by bus and 4 minutes by train.

Transfers and traffic conditions may cause delays.

Pros and Cons of Each Transportation Method

Here are the pros and cons of traveling by taxi, train, and bus.

Pros and Cons of Taxis

The advantage of a taxi is that it can drop you off exactly where you want to go.

You can catch one from anywhere near a station or main road, and it can even pick you up from your home.

The disadvantage is the high cost.

Traveling from Shimbashi to Narita Airport will cost you close to ¥30,000.

Pros and Cons of Trains

The advantage of trains is their high frequency.

Since they run every few minutes, you can travel at almost any time.

The disadvantage is having to carry your luggage yourself.

Hauling a large suitcase to the station and up and down stairs during transfers can be a bit of a hassle.

Pros and Cons of Buses

The advantage of a bus is that you can simply sit back and arrive at your destination.

You check your luggage, take a seat, and arrive at the airport comfortably.

The disadvantage is that buses are prone to getting caught in traffic.

During rush hour, it can be difficult to arrive on schedule.

Limousine Bus Options for Travel Between Shimbashi and Narita Airport

Here are some convenient limousine bus options for traveling between Shimbashi and Narita Airport.

We’ll introduce the following:

• Keisei Bus
• Airport Transport Service
• NearMe Airport

Keisei Bus

Keisei Bus Co., Ltd. (official site) co-operates the Airport Bus TYO-NRT service.

Service Features

This airport bus was formed by merging “THE Access Narita” and “Tokyo Shuttle,” and runs between Tokyo Station and Narita Airport for a one-way fare of ¥1,000.

It offers excellent value for the price.

Fare

The fare from the Tokyo Station/Ginza Station area to Narita Airport is ¥1,000.

There’s no direct service from Shimbashi, but simply traveling to Tokyo Station gets you a very cost-effective ride from there.

Payment Methods

Payment for Narita Airport-bound buses differs depending on whether you make a reservation.

If you reserve online, you book via the internet and pay by credit card.

Reservations are accepted up to 10 minutes before the departure time from the first stop. When boarding, show either a printed web ticket or the ticket screen on your smartphone.

If you don’t reserve, go directly to the bus stop and pay with cash or an IC card when boarding.

All buses departing from Narita Airport operate on a reserved-seating basis. Purchase a time-specified ticket at the ticket counter located in each terminal building at Narita Airport before boarding.

Travel Time

The trip from Tokyo Station to Narita Airport Terminal 3 takes about 62 minutes.

Arrival times can vary due to traffic, so it’s wise to build some buffer into your schedule.

Airport Transport Service (Tokyo Airport Transport)

Airport Transport Service (official site) operates the Airport Limousine.

Service Features

This long-established company has been in operation since 1954 and maintains close coordination with each airport.

It runs 1,200 trips per day.

It’s a highly convenient service connecting airports, stations, and hotels.

The buses are equipped with amenities such as Wi-Fi, charging ports, and restrooms.

To take the Airport Limousine from Shimbashi to Narita Airport, you’ll board at the Tokyo City Air Terminal, which connects directly to Suitengu-mae Station.

Fare

The fare from the Tokyo City Air Terminal to Narita Airport Terminal 3 is ¥2,800.

Payment Methods

The following three payment methods are accepted:

1. Cash
2. IC card
3. Credit card

Please pay at the Airport Limousine service counter or via the ticket vending machines.

Travel Time

The trip from the Tokyo City Air Terminal to Narita Airport takes about 60 minutes.

The trip from Narita Airport to Tokyo Station takes about 95 minutes. Note that travel times differ between the outbound and return trips.

Arrival times can vary due to traffic, so it’s wise to build some buffer into your schedule.

NearMe Airport

NearMe Airport is a limousine bus service we provide that picks you up from and drops you off at any location you choose.

Service Features

It seats up to 9 people, so you can travel to the airport in a relaxed, spacious setting.

Just like a hired car, it can take you directly from your home or hotel to Narita Airport, so there’s no need to lug heavy luggage like suitcases around.

There are no fixed pickup or drop-off points. A limousine bus that seats up to 9 people can be dispatched to any location you specify. You can also freely choose your drop-off point — your home, a station, the airport, or anywhere else.

Fare

The fare for NearMe Airport starts from ¥5,980 per person.

Payment Methods

Payment is made in advance through the app.

You register your credit card information and complete payment at the time of booking.

Since payment is completed at the time of registration, there’s no need to handle cash on the day of travel.

Travel Time

The trip from Shimbashi to Narita Airport takes about 60 minutes.

The route uses the expressway.

Who NearMe Airport Is Best For

NearMe Airport is a great fit if you:

• Don’t want to carry your luggage around
• Want to be picked up from home or work
• Want a comfortable ride at a reasonable price

Since it picks you up from and drops you off at any location you choose, there’s no need to carry your luggage around.

You can head straight to your destination from wherever you like — home, work, or elsewhere.

With amenities like Wi-Fi on board and a flat rate starting from ¥5,980 per person, it offers a comfortable way to travel.

If you’re looking for great value for the price, we highly recommend it.

Summary

In this article, we covered the transportation options and methods available for traveling between Shimbashi and Narita Airport.

Trains, taxis, and buses each have their own characteristics, so choose the method that best fits your situation.

If you’re looking for a comfortable way to travel, we recommend NearMe Airport. It offers a comfortable ride starting from ¥5,980 per person, so be sure to consider it.