Tokyo Big Sight welcomes more than 14 million visitors from Japan and abroad every year.

Many people travel there for major events and exhibitions.

This article introduces the best ways to get from Haneda Airport to Tokyo Big Sight (Tokyo International Exhibition Center).

We’ll compare the recommended transport options from several angles, including travel time, cost, and convenience, so be sure to use this as a reference.

Haneda Airport and Tokyo Big Sight

First, let’s look at the terminals you’ll arrive at at Haneda Airport.

Haneda Airport has the following three terminals.

Haneda Airport	Route	Airlines Arriving
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)

From any of Terminal 1, 2, or 3, you can quickly transfer to public transportation such as trains and buses.

5 Ways to Get from Haneda Airport to Tokyo Big Sight

Here, we’ll go over four ways to access Tokyo Big Sight in detail.

1. Train/Monorail

2. Limousine Bus

3. Taxi

4. NearMe

Each option has its own pros and cons, so choose wisely based on your needs.

Getting from Haneda Airport to Tokyo Big Sight by Train/Monorail

Here are two ways to get from Haneda Airport to Tokyo Big Sight by train or monorail.

There are two routes: ① using the Keikyu Line and Yurikamome, and ② using the Monorail plus the Rinkai Line, which differ slightly in cost and time.

The fares and travel times are as follows.

	Keikyu Line + Yurikamome	Monorail + Rinkai Line
Fare (IC card)	¥849	¥880
Travel time (including transfers and waiting)	About 1 hour 15 minutes	About 55 minutes
Route	Haneda Airport Terminal 1/2 ↓ (Keikyu Line) Shimbashi ↓ (Yurikamome) Tokyo Big Sight	Haneda Airport Terminal 1 ↓ (Tokyo Monorail) Tennozu Isle ↓ (Rinkai Line) Kokusai-Tenjijo ↓ (on foot) Ariake Station ↓ (Yurikamome) Tokyo Big Sight

We’ve also summarized the pros and cons of using the train/monorail.

【Pros and Cons of Train/Monorail】

Pros	・The most affordable way to travel ・Frequent service means shorter waits ・Not affected by traffic or weather
Cons	・Trains are often crowded ・Hard to find space for large luggage ・Requires walking between transfers

Getting from Haneda Airport to Tokyo Big Sight by Limousine Bus

There are two ways to travel by limousine bus.

1. Using the Keikyu Bus

2. Using the Limousine Bus

Let’s look at each in turn.

1. Keikyu Bus

The Keikyu Bus can be boarded from the arrival lobby on the 1st floor of Terminal 3.

It runs from Haneda Airport Terminal 3, boarding area 4 → Haneda Airport Terminal 1, 1st floor arrival lobby, boarding area 14

→ Haneda Airport Terminal 2, 1st floor arrival lobby, boarding area 14

and then on to Tokyo Big Sight, boarding area 2 of the bus terminal on the 1st floor of the Conference Tower.

Along the way, it passes popular spots such as the front of Fuji TV and the 2nd floor entrance of the Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba, so it tends to get crowded with tourists.

2. Limousine Bus

The Limousine Bus can also be boarded from the 1st floor arrival lobby of Terminal 3.

It passes popular spots such as the Hilton Tokyo Odaiba, Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba, and Oedo Onsen Monogatari, so it also tends to get crowded.

*As of March 2023, service has been suspended and the available boarding times are limited, so please check the Limousine Bus timetable.

Approximate Fare and Travel Time

The fares for the Keikyu Bus and the Limousine Bus are as follows.

Mode of Transport	Fare	Travel Time
Keikyu Bus	¥630 (children ¥320)	30–45 minutes
Limousine Bus	¥700 (children ¥350)	30–45 minutes

Note that these two differ in how tickets are purchased and paid for, so be careful.

The Keikyu Bus can be purchased at the ticket counter in Haneda Airport Terminal 3, or from the Keikyu Bus vending machines at Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.

Advance reservations are not accepted.

The Limousine Bus, on the other hand, can be purchased at the Limousine Bus ticket counter at each terminal, or online.

Advance reservations are also possible online, but the only accepted payment method is credit card.

Keep in mind that delays can occur due to traffic conditions such as congestion or icy roads.

Getting from Haneda Airport to Tokyo Big Sight by Taxi

A taxi is a mode of transport you can use without being bound by a schedule.

Every terminal at Haneda Airport has a taxi stand, making it a good option if you’re in a hurry to get to Tokyo Big Sight.

Approximate Fare

Taxi fares vary depending on the company and type of taxi, but are typically around ¥5,500–¥6,000.

Travel Time

The travel time by taxi from Haneda Airport to Tokyo Big Sight is about 30 minutes.

However, travel time may be affected by traffic and road conditions.

From Tokyo Big Sight to Haneda Airport: Taxi

To travel from Tokyo Big Sight to Haneda Airport, board a taxi from either the Tokyo Big Sight taxi stand or the Kokusai-Tenjijo taxi stand.

The Tokyo Big Sight taxi stand is located just past the Entrance Plaza.

The Kokusai-Tenjijo taxi stand is located just outside Exit 1A of Ariake Station.

The travel time and fare are almost the same as when traveling from Haneda Airport to Tokyo Big Sight.

Things to Note When Traveling by Taxi

There are three things to keep in mind when traveling by taxi.

1. Not suitable for large groups
2. Fares can become expensive
3. You may not be able to find an available taxi

A standard taxi can only carry up to four passengers, making it unsuitable for large groups.

Also, note that traveling alone can make the fare quite expensive, and it may be difficult to catch a taxi during busy periods.

From Haneda Airport to Tokyo Big Sight: NearMe

NearMe is a ride-sharing service that uses vans and similar vehicles.

Like a taxi, it takes you door-to-door to your destination.

Compared to a taxi, it offers the advantages of being usable by larger groups, having reasonable prices, and, if you book in advance, not having to worry about being unable to catch one.

Approximate Fare and Travel Time

NearMe uses a flat-rate pricing system.

This means the fare from Haneda Airport to Tokyo Big Sight is the same regardless of the route or road conditions.

Age	Base Fare
Adults (12 and older)	from ¥2,980/person
Children (6–11)	from ¥1,490/person
Junior seat (4–5)	from ¥1,490/person
Child seat (0–3)	from ¥1,490/person

The travel time from Haneda Airport to Tokyo Big Sight with NearMe is about 30 minutes. However, this may vary depending on congestion or the route taken.

From Tokyo Big Sight to Haneda Airport: NearMe

To travel from Tokyo Big Sight to Haneda Airport with NearMe, advance booking is required. If you provide your pickup time in advance, you can enjoy a smooth door-to-door trip.

The travel time is about the same as traveling from Haneda Airport to Tokyo Big Sight, roughly 30 minutes.

Things to Note When Traveling by NearMe

One thing to note when using NearMe is that you may not be able to ride without booking in advance.

It’s best to make a reservation ahead of time when using NearMe.

Same-day booking is possible for rides from Haneda Airport, but only if a shuttle has availability.

Summary

Comparing the transportation methods introduced here in terms of travel time, cost, and convenience gives the following results.

If you want to keep costs as low as possible or minimize travel time, bus, monorail, or train travel is recommended.

That said, congestion can sometimes make travel difficult.

For those who want to arrive reliably on time or who prefer the convenience of door-to-door travel, NearMe is the recommended choice.

Choose the transportation method that best fits your schedule and the number of people traveling with you.