There are several ways to get from Kitasenju to Haneda Airport, including buses and trains. This article covers the fares and departure points for public transportation options that let you travel easily, without transfers, even with luggage. We’ll also introduce how to use NearMe, a shared-ride taxi service that can pick you up from your home or a location of your choice, and its benefits.

Buses from Kitasenju to Haneda Airport Explained

First, let’s explain how to travel between Kitasenju and Haneda Airport by limousine bus, in both directions.

We’ll cover the following four points to help you plan your trip to Haneda Airport.

• Fare
• Boarding location
• Travel time and schedule
• How to purchase a ticket

Fare

Buses connecting Kitasenju and Haneda Airport are operated by two companies: Tobu Bus and Keikyu Bus.

The fare is the same regardless of which company you use.

【Limousine Bus Fare and Travel Time】

Fare	Adult: ¥1,100, Child: ¥550
Travel time	About 1 hour

Please note that ticket books (coupon tickets) for the route bus between Kitasenju and Haneda Airport stopped being sold as of February 28, 2022. Even if you already have some, they can no longer be used.

Boarding Location

Next, let’s look at the bus boarding locations. In Kitasenju, there is only one boarding point: Bus Stop 4.

	Boarding location	Notes
Kitasenju	Bus Stop 4	West exit of Kitasenju Station. In front of Kitasenju Marui. Next to the police box.

Source: Tobu Bus: Kitasenju Station / Senju-Ohashi Station – Haneda Airport Line

At Haneda Airport, the terminal differs depending on the airline you’re using. When heading from Kitasenju to Haneda Airport, the bus stops at Terminal 2, then Terminal 1, then Terminal 3, in that order. Be careful not to get off at the wrong terminal.

Haneda Airport	Boarding location	Notes
Haneda Airport Terminal 1	Stop 7	Airlines served: · Japan Airlines (JAL) · Skymark (SKY) · StarFlyer (SFJ) 　*Including ANA codeshare flights (38xx)
Haneda Airport Terminal 2	Stop 8	Airlines served: · All Nippon Airways (ANA) · AIRDO (ADO) · Solaseed Air (SNA)
Haneda Airport Terminal 3	Stop 4	Airlines served: International airlines (including JAL and ANA)

Schedule

Here’s the schedule for the route between Kitasenju and Haneda Airport. The schedule is the same for both Tobu Bus and Keikyu Bus, as follows.

	Operating hours
Kitasenju → Haneda Airport	Early morning 5:00 AM – 7:15 PM
Haneda Airport → Kitasenju	9:35 AM – 10:55 PM

Buses may be delayed depending on road congestion, so it’s a good idea to allow extra time in your schedule.

Buses from Kitasenju bound for Haneda Airport generally stop at all terminals within the airport. However, the last bus of the day only goes to Terminal 3. It does not stop at Terminal 1 or Terminal 2, so please keep this in mind when planning your trip.

For more details on the schedule, please also check the official websites of each bus company listed below.

Reference: Haneda Airport – Kitasenju Station | Airport Bus | Keikyu Bus

Reference: Kitasenju Station / Senju-Ohashi Station – Haneda Airport Line | Limousine/Airport Connecting Buses | Tobu Bus Online

How to Purchase a Ticket

Next, let’s look at how to purchase your ticket. When departing from Kitasenju, you pay in cash or with a transit IC card on board the bus.

When departing from Haneda Airport, you need to purchase your ticket before boarding. Within Haneda Airport, tickets can be purchased at the following locations. If paying with an IC card, tap the card reader when boarding.

Haneda Airport Terminal 1	1F Arrival Lobby, Keikyu Bus automatic ticket machine
Haneda Airport Terminal 2	1F Arrival Lobby, Keikyu Bus automatic ticket machine
Haneda Airport Terminal 3	2F Arrival Lobby, bus ticket counter; Keikyu Bus automatic ticket machine on 1F in front of Bus Stops 4 and 8

Other Ways to Travel Between Kitasenju and Haneda Airport (Besides the Bus)

There are several ways to travel between Kitasenju and Haneda Airport besides the bus. Here we cover the travel time and fares for the following three transportation options.

• Train
• Taxi
• NearMe

Travel Time and Fare by Train

Let’s look at the travel time and fare when using the train.

With the routes below, there’s no need to walk between transfers, so switching trains is easy even with large luggage.

	Route using the train	Route using the monorail
Fare (IC card)	¥610	¥722
Travel time (including transfers)	About 1 hour 5 minutes	About 55 minutes
Route	■Kitasenju ↓ (JR Joban Line) ■Shinagawa ↓ (Keikyu Line) ■Haneda Airport Terminal 3 ■Haneda Airport Terminals 1 & 2	■Kitasenju ↓ (JR Joban Line) ■Shimbashi ↓ (JR Keihin-Tohoku Line) ■Hamamatsucho ↓ (Tokyo Monorail) ■Haneda Airport Terminal 3 ■Haneda Airport Terminal 1 ■Haneda Airport Terminal 2

The route via the JR Joban Line and Keikyu Line, transferring at Shinagawa Station, is especially recommended in terms of both transfer convenience and cost.

Travel Time and Fare by Taxi

If you take a taxi from Kitasenju via the Shuto Expressway Bayshore Route, expect a travel time of about 40 minutes and a fare of around ¥15,000. Depending on road conditions during commuting hours or weekends, it may take up to an hour, so it’s best to allow extra time in your schedule.

	Using the expressway		Not using the expressway
Standard	Late-night surcharge	Standard	Late-night surcharge
Fare	From ¥13,500	From ¥16,200	From ¥12,400	From ¥15,000
Travel time	About 40 minutes		About 1 hour
Distance	About 30km

Travel Time and Fare Using NearMe

Finally, let’s look at the travel time and fare when using NearMe, the shared-ride taxi service provided by our company, NearMe Inc. NearMe is a shared-ride taxi service connecting your chosen location and the airport.

When using NearMe from Kitasenju Station, the fare starts from ¥3,980 per person. The travel time is approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes.

Adult fare	From ¥3,980 per person
Child fare	From ¥1,490 per person Children (ages 6-11) Junior seat (ages 4-5) Child seat (ages 0-3) *Children on a lap ride free
Travel time	About 45 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes

Travel time and fare may vary slightly depending on the day’s route, so please check the details when booking on the official website.

Reference: nearMe Airport

NearMe Is Recommended for Travel Between Kitasenju and Haneda Airport

So far, we’ve introduced several transportation options connecting Kitasenju and Haneda Airport. Among them, NearMe is recommended when you consider travel time and convenience. Let’s take a closer look at the features of the NearMe service and how payment works.

Service Features

The biggest feature of the NearMe service is that you can be picked up 24 hours a day from anywhere you choose. You don’t need to carry heavy luggage to a bus stop or station, which reduces the burden when traveling or on a business trip.

Here are four other notable features to keep in mind when using the service.

• Fixed pricing (confirmed at the time of booking)
• Free cancellation up to 48 hours in advance
• All procedures can be completed online
• Airline miles accumulate

Payment Method

When using NearMe, you register your credit card at the time of booking, and payment is automatically processed on the registered card when you arrive at your destination. Since payment isn’t processed until the ride is actually complete, you can use the service with peace of mind.

Receipts can also be issued online, making it easy to handle expense reports for business use.

5 Benefits of Using NearMe

For travel from Kitasenju to Haneda Airport, NearMe (official website) is recommended.

Here are the benefits of using NearMe.

• Smooth payment via online settlement
• No need to carry heavy luggage around
• Book at any time you like
• No extra charges for flight delays
• Comfortable travel in a spacious vehicle

Make good use of it the next time you’re heading to Haneda Airport for travel or work.

1. Smooth Payment via Online Settlement

All payment for the service can be completed online in advance. This means there’s no need to fumble for your wallet or prepare exact change while carrying large luggage. You can travel comfortably even when you’re in a hurry.

2. No Need to Carry Heavy Luggage Around

Just like a taxi, NearMe can pick you up from any location you choose, such as your home or office (mainly within Tokyo’s 23 wards). Of course, you can also be picked up from Kitasenju Station.

Since it comes to pick you up wherever you like, you can head to the airport without having to carry heavy luggage or get wet in the rain. Since it can pick you up right in front of your home, it’s especially recommended for trips with small children.

3. Book at Any Time You Like

NearMe accepts bookings even during late-night or early-morning hours when trains and buses aren’t running. With conventional transportation, taking an early-morning or late-night flight often meant needing to stay overnight before or after your trip — but with NearMe, that’s no longer necessary, saving you time. Bookings can also be made online 24 hours a day.

4. No Extra Charges for Flight Delays

Even if your flight is delayed due to bad weather or other reasons and you arrive later than planned, NearMe does not charge extra fees. Similarly, if your planned flight is canceled, you won’t be charged. It’s reassuring to know the service can flexibly accommodate flight schedule changes.

5. Comfortable Travel in a Spacious Vehicle

NearMe uses large taxi vehicles, so the interior offers plenty of space for a comfortable ride. Unlike a train, you won’t have to worry about not finding a seat. The vehicles are also equipped with Wi-Fi and charging outlets, so you can work or watch videos while you travel. You can make the most of your travel time on the way to the airport or your destination.

Summary

We’ve covered the transportation options, fares, and travel times for getting between Kitasenju and Haneda Airport. In addition to public transportation like buses and trains, there’s also a convenient service called NearMe.

Since NearMe offers door-to-door travel from your home to the airport, it’s especially recommended if you have large luggage, are traveling with small children, or are dealing with bad weather.

If NearMe hasn’t been on your radar as an option for traveling between Kitasenju and Haneda Airport, be sure to give it a try on your next trip or business travel.