T-CAT, or Tokyo City Air Terminal, is a bus terminal directly connected to Suitengu-mae Station on the Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line. With numerous hotels nearby, it’s a convenient base for sightseeing in Tokyo. In addition to limousine buses, there are various ways to get there.

This article introduces 6 ways to travel between Haneda Airport and T-CAT (Suitengu), with a thorough breakdown of fares, travel time, routes, boarding points, pros and cons, and important notes. If you’re looking for the best way to get there, this guide is for you.

6 Ways to Travel Between Haneda Airport and T-CAT (Suitengu)

Here are 6 ways to travel between Haneda Airport and T-CAT (Suitengu):

1. Limousine bus
2. Train
3. Monorail
4. Car / motorcycle
5. Taxi
6. NearMe

Each option has its own features, pros, and cons, so choose the one that best suits your situation.

Comparison Table

Access Method	Fare	Travel Time	Number of Transfers	Recommended For
Limousine bus	¥900	About 35-45 min	None	・Those who don’t want to transfer ・Those who want something cheaper than a taxi
Train	From ¥503 (IC card)	About 1 hour	2 or 3	・Those who want to keep costs low ・Those who want a fixed arrival time
Monorail + train	From ¥712 (IC card)	About 1 hour to 1 hour 10 min	2 or 3	・Those who want to keep costs low ・Those who want a fixed arrival time ・Those who want to enjoy views of the city from the window
Car / motorcycle	From ¥1,950	From about 25 min	None	・Those who want to make stops freely along the way ・Those who don’t want to worry about other passengers
Taxi	From about ¥7,700	From about 40 min	None	・Those who don’t want to transfer ・Those traveling in a group ・Those with a lot of luggage
NearMe	From ¥2,980	About 25-40 min	None	・Those who don’t want to transfer ・Those traveling in a group ・Those with a lot of luggage ・Those who want something cheaper than a taxi

1. Limousine Bus

The limousine bus between Haneda Airport and T-CAT (Suitengu) is operated by Tokyo Airport Transport.

Fares, routes, and other details are as follows.

【Fare / Travel Time】

Fare	¥900 (Late-night fare from Haneda Airport departing 24:15 is ¥1,800)
Travel Time	About 35-45 min

Travel time is based on the timetable and may vary depending on traffic conditions.

Route

Route	Stops
Haneda Airport → T-CAT	Haneda Airport Terminal 3 → Terminal 2 → Terminal 1 → T-CAT
T-CAT → Haneda Airport	T-CAT → Haneda Airport Terminal 2 → Terminal 1 → Terminal 3

*Most buses from T-CAT to Haneda Airport originate at T-CAT, but some services originate at Akihabara Station.

Haneda Airport has three terminals, so be careful not to get off at the wrong stop. Buses arrive at the terminals in the order 2 → 1 → 3. The airlines departing from and arriving at each terminal are as follows.

Haneda Airport	Terminal Type	Airlines
Terminal 1	Domestic	・Japan Airlines (JAL) ・Skymark (SKY) ・StarFlyer (SFJ) *Including ANA codeshare flights (38xx)
Terminal 2	Domestic	・All Nippon Airways (ANA) ・AIRDO (ADO) ・Solaseed Air (SNA)
Terminal 3	International	International airlines (including JAL and ANA)

【Bus Stop】

Haneda Airport	Stop
Terminal 1	Stop 6
Terminal 2	Stop 7
Terminal 3	Stop 2

Pros and Cons

Pros	・Reserved seating guarantees a seat ・Luggage can be stored in the trunk compartment ・Less walking than with the train ・Reclining seats
Cons	・Travel time varies with traffic conditions ・If fully booked, you must wait for the next departure ・Fewer departures than trains ・More expensive than the train

2. Train

T-CAT is directly connected to Suitengu-mae Station on the Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line, but if you’re traveling between Haneda Airport and T-CAT by train, using Ningyocho Station on the Toei Asakusa Line, a 7-minute walk from T-CAT, is the most convenient and economical option since it requires no transfer. Here we introduce both the Suitengu-mae and Ningyocho routes.

Fares, pros, and cons are as follows.

【Fare / Travel Time / Route】

	Haneda Airport ⇔ Suitengu-mae	Haneda Airport ⇔ Ningyocho
Fare (IC card)	¥619	¥503
Travel Time (including transfers)	About 1 hour	About 35-40 min
Route	■Haneda Airport Terminal 1/2 ↕︎ (Keikyu Line) ■Haneda Airport Terminal 3 ↕︎ (Keikyu Line / through-service to Toei Asakusa Line) ■Daimon ↕︎ (Toei Oedo Line) ■Kiyosumi-shirakawa ↕︎ (Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line) ■Suitengu-mae	■Haneda Airport Terminal 1/2 ↕︎ (Keikyu Line) ■Haneda Airport Terminal 3 ↕︎ (Keikyu Line / through-service to Toei Asakusa Line) ■Ningyocho

【Haneda Airport Keikyu Line Ticket Gates】

Keikyu Line	Ticket Gate
Terminal 1/2 Station	Basement level 2
Terminal 3 Station	・For inbound trains, ground level 2, same floor as the arrivals lobby ・For outbound trains, basement level 2, same floor as the Keikyu Line platform

On the Keikyu Line, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 share the same station.

Pros and Cons

Pros	・The most economical option ・Frequent service means less waiting ・Travel time is stable, unaffected by traffic conditions ・“Haneda Airport Terminal 1/2” Station is the first stop, making it easier to get a seat. Waiting for a later train also improves your chances of sitting
Cons	・Often crowded ・Difficult to find space for large luggage like suitcases ・Transfers can be a hassle ・The route map is complex and hard to follow ・Long walking distance between the platform and the airport lobby

3. Monorail

If accessing by monorail, you’ll need to walk about 7 minutes from Hamamatsucho to Daimon. This isn’t recommended if you want to minimize walking, but it’s appealing for its scenic waterfront views and relatively lighter crowds. As with the train, we introduce both the Suitengu-mae and Ningyocho routes.

Fares, pros, and cons are as follows.

【Fare / Travel Time / Route】

	Haneda Airport ⇔ Suitengu-mae	Haneda Airport ⇔ Ningyocho
Fare (IC card)	¥778	¥712
Travel Time (including transfers)	About 1 hour to 1 hour 10 min	About 40-50 min
Route	■Haneda Airport Terminal 2 ↕︎ (Tokyo Monorail) ■Haneda Airport Terminal 1 ↕︎ (Tokyo Monorail) ■Haneda Airport Terminal 3 ↕︎ (Tokyo Monorail) ■Hamamatsucho ↕︎ (About 7 min walk) ■Daimon ↕︎ (Toei Oedo Line) ■Kiyosumi-shirakawa ↕︎ (Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line) ■Suitengu-mae	■Haneda Airport Terminal 2 ↕︎ (Tokyo Monorail) ■Haneda Airport Terminal 1 ↕︎ (Tokyo Monorail) ■Haneda Airport Terminal 3 ↕︎ (Tokyo Monorail) ■Hamamatsucho ↕︎ (About 7 min walk) ■Daimon ↕︎ (Toei Asakusa Line) ■Ningyocho

【Haneda Airport Monorail Ticket Gates】

Monorail	Ticket Gate
Terminal 1 Station	Basement level 1
Terminal 2 Station	Basement level 1
Terminal 3 Station	・Ground level 2, same floor as the arrivals lobby ・Ground level 3, same floor as the departures lobby

On the monorail, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 have separate stations.

Pros and Cons

Pros	・Enjoy scenic waterfront views ・Relatively less crowded ・Luggage space available ・Frequent service means less waiting ・Travel time is stable, unaffected by traffic conditions ・“Haneda Airport Terminal 2” is the first stop, making it easier to get a seat. Waiting for a later train also improves your chances of sitting
Cons	・Slightly more expensive than the train ・Transfers can be a hassle ・The route map is complex and hard to follow ・About a 7-minute walk between Hamamatsucho and Daimon ・Long walking distance between the platform and the airport lobby ・Those afraid of heights may not enjoy the view

4. Car / Motorcycle

You can also drive yourself or have a family member or friend drop you off, without using public transportation. Note that stopping or parking is prohibited in front of each terminal at Haneda Airport. Even if someone is picking you up or dropping you off, you’ll need to use a parking lot to get in or out of the vehicle. Fares, parking, and other details are as follows.

【Fare / Travel Time / Route via Expressway】

Fare	・Standard fare: ¥1,950 ・ETC fare: ¥740 ・Late-night discount: ¥590
Travel Time	About 25 min
Distance	About 20km
Expressway Route	■Airport Central Entrance/Exit ↓ (Wangan Route) ■Oi JCT ↓ (Route 1 Haneda Line) ■Hamazakibashi JCT ↓ (Inner Circular Route) ■Shiodome JCT ↓ (Inner Circular Route) ■Edobashi JCT ↓ (Route 6 Mukojima Line) ■Hakozaki JCT ↓ (Route 6 Mukojima Line) ■Hakozaki

Without using the expressway, travel time is about 40 minutes, with the same distance of about 20km.

【Haneda Airport Parking】

Haneda Airport	Parking Lot
Terminal 1	P1/P2 Parking
Terminal 2	P3/P4 Parking
Terminal 3	P5 Parking

Parking lots may become full on weekends and holidays. If you don’t have time to spare, it’s better to use public transportation.

Pros and Cons

Pros	・Flexible timing ・Door-to-door travel ・Large luggage can be stored in the trunk ・Free to make stops along the way ・No need to worry about other passengers
Cons	・Travel time varies with traffic conditions ・Must get in and out of the vehicle at a parking lot ・If the parking lot is full, you may have to wait in line ・Parking fees apply (though free if you exit within 30 minutes) ・Roads around the airport and the Shuto Expressway are complex, making it easy to get lost

5. Taxi

Since T-CAT is located in Chuo City, Tokyo, which is outside the service area for the “Haneda Airport Flat-Rate Taxi,” standard metered fares apply.

Here are simulation results from NAVITIME’s taxi fare search (https://www.navitime.co.jp/taxi/).

【Fare / Travel Time】

	With Expressway (including toll)		Without Expressway
	Standard	Late-night surcharge	Standard	Late-night surcharge
Fare	¥9,850	¥11,450	¥7,700	¥9,200
Travel Time	About 25 min		About 40 min
Distance	About 20km

Pros and Cons

Pros	・Flexible timing ・Available even late at night or early morning ・Door-to-door travel ・Large luggage can be stored in the trunk ・No need to worry about other passengers
Cons	・Expensive ・Travel time varies with traffic conditions ・Not ideal for large groups

6. NearMe

Gaining attention as a new mode of transportation is “NearMe,” which uses larger vehicles like the Hiace or Alphard as shared-ride taxis.

Fares, pros, and cons are as follows.

【Fare / Travel Time】

Fare	From ¥2,980 per person
Travel Time	About 25-40 min

The route is determined by AI matching. The fare stays the same even if the expressway is used. An additional fee of ¥1,000 applies per suitcase starting from the second one.

Pros and Cons

Pros	・About one-third the cost of a taxi ・Available even late at night or early morning ・Door-to-door travel ・Luggage can be checked ・Spacious, larger vehicles ・Private charter available (suitable for large groups)
Cons	・Limited service area *Chuo City, Tokyo, where T-CAT (Suitengu) is located, is within the service area, so this isn’t an issue here

The Recommended Way to Travel Between Haneda Airport and T-CAT (Suitengu) is “NearMe”

Among the ways to travel between Haneda Airport and T-CAT (Suitengu), “NearMe” is especially recommended. Assuming you have a lot of luggage, here’s a comparison of three options: limousine bus, NearMe, and taxi.

	Limousine Bus	NearMe	Taxi
Fare	¥900	¥2,980	¥9,850
Travel Time	About 35-45 min	About 25-40 min	About 25 min
Can check large luggage	○	○	○
Door-to-door	×	○	○
Travel whenever you like	×	○	○
No need to worry about other passengers	×	△	○

When you have a lot of luggage, door-to-door service is a key consideration. NearMe offers this at about one-third the cost of a taxi. Plus, you can travel whenever you like, even early in the morning or late at night. It’s a highly cost-effective option.

If you’re traveling with young children or elderly family members, door-to-door service also means a stress-free journey. Be sure to give NearMe a try.

Summary

We’ve introduced 6 recommended ways to travel between Haneda Airport and T-CAT (Suitengu).

Each option—limousine bus, train, monorail, car/motorcycle, taxi, and NearMe—has its own features along with pros and cons.

It’s important to choose the best option for your situation. If you prioritize stable travel time and affordability, the train or monorail are good choices. If you have a lot of luggage, prioritizing comfort with a limousine bus or taxi may be better.

NearMe is a new mode of transportation that combines comfort and affordability for excellent cost performance. When considering the best way to travel between Haneda Airport and T-CAT (Suitengu), we hope you’ll consider it as one of your options.