Shin-Urayasu offers great access to Tokyo Station and Tokyo Disneyland, and its resort-like scenery has made it a popular place to stay. Many travelers use the Shin-Urayasu area as a base for sightseeing in Tokyo.

This article introduces three ways to get from Shin-Urayasu to Narita Airport by bus. We’ll also compare other transportation options such as trains and NearMe, so if you’re unsure which way to travel, be sure to use this as a reference.

How to Get from Shin-Urayasu to Narita Airport by Bus

There are three main ways to travel from Shin-Urayasu to Narita Airport by bus. A comparison of fares and travel times is shown below.

Route	Fare	Travel Time	Features
1. Take the direct bus from Shin-Urayasu Station	¥1,900	About 80 min	Only 1 departure per day
2. Travel to Maihama Station and take the bus	¥2,067*	About 65–85 min*	Only 1 train stop needed
3. Travel to Kaihin-Makuhari Station and take the bus	¥1,318*	About 55–70 min*	Cheaper, but requires a transfer

*Includes train travel.

Let’s take a closer look at the fares and reservation availability for each route.

1. Take the Direct Bus from Shin-Urayasu Station

The first option is to take the direct bus from Shin-Urayasu Station to Narita Airport. It’s jointly operated by the following bus companies:

• Tokyo Bay City Kotsu
• Chiba Kotsu
• Tokyo Airport Transport (Limousine Bus)

As of 2023, there is only one departure per day (departing Shin-Urayasu Station at 10:55, departing Narita Airport at 12:00). If this timing doesn’t work for you, check out routes 2 and 3 instead.

Fares and Reservations

The fares for the direct bus between Shin-Urayasu Station and Narita Airport are as follows.

Type	Fare
Adult one-way	¥1,900
Child one-way	¥950

Reference: Tokyo Bay City Kotsu

【Departing from Shin-Urayasu Station】

If boarding at Shin-Urayasu Station, seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations are not accepted, and boarding is in line order, so if the bus fills up you won’t be able to board.

Payment is made in cash to airport staff upon arrival at Narita Airport.

*If boarding from the Tokyo Bay Tokyu Hotel or Mitsui Garden Hotel Prana Tokyo Bay, tickets can be purchased at the hotel. Please contact each hotel regarding reservations.

【Departing from Narita Airport】

Boarding from Narita Airport is also on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations. Ticket machines and bus ticket counters are available in the arrival lobby on the 1st floor of each terminal, so purchase your ticket on the day of travel. Cash, transportation IC cards, and credit cards are all accepted.

Travel Time and Schedule

The travel time between Shin-Urayasu Station and Narita Airport is approximately 80 minutes. If roads are clear, it can take as little as about 60 minutes.

Both the Shin-Urayasu Station and Narita Airport departures run once per day. Check the official Tokyo Bay City Kotsu website for the latest schedule.

【Departing from Shin-Urayasu Station】

The bus operates along the following route:

1. Tokyo Bay Tokyu Hotel
2. Mitsui Garden Hotel Prana Tokyo Bay
3. Shin-Urayasu Station
4. Narita Airport T3
5. Narita Airport T2
6. Narita Airport T1

【Departing from Narita Airport】

The bus operates along the following route:

1. Narita Airport T3
2. Narita Airport T2
3. Narita Airport T1
4. Tokyo Disneyland®
5. Tokyo DisneySea®
6. Shin-Urayasu Station
7. Tokyo Bay Tokyu Hotel
8. Mitsui Garden Hotel Prana Tokyo Bay

Bus Stop Locations

【Departing from Shin-Urayasu Station】

Exit the south exit of Shin-Urayasu Station and head left with your back to the station. You can board from Stop H, located under the Keiyo Line overpass.

【Departing from Narita Airport】

The boarding locations at each Narita Airport terminal are as follows.

Terminal	Boarding Location
T1	1F, Stop 10
T2	1F, Stop 17
T3	1F, Stop 9

Reference: Narita Airport Official Website

2. Travel to Maihama Station (Tokyo Disneyland®) and Take the Bus

The second option is to travel to Maihama Station first and then take the bus. You’ll need to take the train to Maihama Station, but there are more bus departures, making it easier to match your schedule.

The operating company is the same as the direct bus from Shin-Urayasu Station.

Since there are many stops throughout the Tokyo Disney Resort® area, travel times vary depending on your starting point. This section covers travel from Maihama Station (bus stop name: Tokyo Disneyland®) to Narita Airport.

Fares and Reservations

The combined limousine bus and train fare between Maihama Station and Narita Airport is as follows.

Type	Bus	Shin-Urayasu Station–Maihama Station (IC card)	Total
Adult one-way	¥1,900	¥167	¥2,067
Child one-way	¥950	¥83	¥1,033

Reference: Tokyo Bay City Kotsu, Ekitan

【Departing from Maihama Station】

If boarding at Maihama Station, seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Morning departures cannot be reserved, so allow plenty of time. Fares are paid in cash to airport staff at Narita Airport.

Departures from 13:05 onward can be booked in advance. Pay by credit card on the Tokyo Airport Transport official website and show your QR boarding ticket to staff on the day.

【Departing from Narita Airport】

Boarding from Narita Airport is also on a first-come, first-served basis. Purchase your ticket at the ticket machines or bus ticket counters at each terminal using cash, a transportation IC card, or a credit card.

Travel Time and Schedule

The trip from Shin-Urayasu Station to Maihama Station takes 4 minutes by train. The travel time between Maihama Station and Narita Airport is approximately 80 minutes. If roads are clear, it can take as little as about 60 minutes.

Check the official Tokyo Bay City Kotsu website for a detailed schedule.

【Departing from Maihama Station】

There are 8 departures per day. The limousine bus operates along the following route:

1. Hotels throughout Tokyo Disney Resort®
2. Maihama Station (Tokyo Disneyland®)
3. Narita Airport T3
4. Narita Airport T2
5. Narita Airport T1

【Departing from Narita Airport】

There are 10 departures per day. The limousine bus operates along the following route:

1. Narita Airport T3
2. Narita Airport T2
3. Narita Airport T1
4. Maihama Station (Tokyo Disneyland®)
5. Hotels throughout Tokyo Disney Resort®

Bus Stop Locations

【Departing from Maihama Station】

Exit the south exit of Maihama Station and head right with your back to the station. The bus terminal is located behind the “Bon Voyage” souvenir shop; board from Stop 8.

【Departing from Narita Airport】

The boarding locations at each Narita Airport terminal are as follows.

Terminal	Boarding Location
T1	1F, Stop 10
T2	1F, Stop 17
T3	1F, Stop 9

Reference: Narita Airport Official Website

3. Travel to Kaihin-Makuhari Station and Take the Bus

The third option is to travel to Kaihin-Makuhari Station and take the bus from there. The advantages are that there are more bus departures and the fare is relatively cheap.

It’s jointly operated by the following bus companies:

• Narita Airport Transport
• Keisei Bus
• Chiba City Bus

Let’s take a closer look at the fares, travel time, and more.

Fares and Reservations

The combined limousine bus and train fare between Kaihin-Makuhari Station and Narita Airport is as follows.

Type	Bus	Shin-Urayasu Station–Kaihin-Makuhari Station (IC card)	Total
Adult one-way	¥1,000	¥318	¥1,318
Child one-way	¥500	¥159	¥659
Coupon ticket (12 tickets)	¥10,000	–	–

Reference: Narita Airport Transport, Ekitan

【Departing from Kaihin-Makuhari Station】

If boarding at Kaihin-Makuhari Station, seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Since the bus fills up on a first-come basis, allow plenty of time. Pay with cash, a transportation IC card, or a coupon ticket when boarding.

Coupon tickets can be purchased at the following locations:

• Aune Makuhari
• Chiba City Bus Chiba Business Office
• Daily Yamazaki Kemigawahama Kitaguchi Store
• Chiba-Chuo Station West Exit Keisei Bus Service Center
• Narita Airport Keisei Bus Counter

【Departing from Narita Airport】

Boarding from Narita Airport is also on a first-come, first-served basis. Purchase your ticket on the day at the ticket machines or bus ticket counters at each terminal. If you have a coupon ticket, exchange it for a boarding ticket at the counter.

Travel Time and Schedule

The trip from Shin-Urayasu Station to Kaihin-Makuhari Station takes 13–18 minutes by train. The travel time between Kaihin-Makuhari Station and Narita Airport by bus is approximately 40–50 minutes.

Check the official Narita Airport Transport website for a detailed schedule.

【Departing from Kaihin-Makuhari Station】

As of June 2023, there are 10 departures per day. The limousine bus operates along the following route:

1. Inage-Kaigan Station
2. Kemigawahama Station
3. Hotels throughout the Makuhari area
4. Kaihin-Makuhari Station
5. Narita Airport T3
6. Narita Airport T2
7. Narita Airport T1

【Departing from Narita Airport】

As of June 2023, there are 11 departures per day. The limousine bus operates along the following route:

1. Narita Airport T3
2. Narita Airport T2
3. Narita Airport T1
4. Hotel Springs Makuhari
5. Kaihin-Makuhari Station
6. Hotels throughout the Makuhari area
7. Kemigawahama Station
8. Inage-Kaigan Station

Bus Stop Locations

【Departing from Kaihin-Makuhari Station】

There is a bus terminal at the north exit of Kaihin-Makuhari Station. You can board from Stop 3.

【Departing from Narita Airport】

The boarding locations at each Narita Airport terminal are as follows.

Terminal	Boarding Location
T1	1F, Stops 5 and 30
T2	1F, Stops 12 and 13
T3	1F, Stop 10

Reference: Narita Airport Official Website

Comparing Other Ways to Travel from Shin-Urayasu to Narita Airport

While traveling by bus is convenient, the direct bus from Shin-Urayasu Station only runs once a day, making it difficult to fit into your schedule.

So let’s also look at other transportation options, including trains, taxis, and NearMe. A comparison of fares and travel times is shown below (the cheapest route is listed for bus and train).

Mode of Transportation	Fare (per person)	Travel Time
Limousine bus (3. Bus from Kaihin-Makuhari Station)	¥1,318	About 55–70 min
Train: JR Keiyo Line + JR Sobu Line + Keisei Main Line (Shin-Urayasu Station → Narita Airport Station)	¥978	About 85–100 min
Taxi	¥23,450 per vehicle	About 55 min
NearMe	From ¥5,980/person	About 50–75 min

Let’s take a closer look at each option.

Train

There’s no direct train from Shin-Urayasu Station to Narita Airport, so a transfer is required. Here are two routes with the fewest transfers.

	Shin-Urayasu ⇔ Narita Airport Terminal 1
Fare (IC card)	¥1,271	¥978
Travel time (including transfers)	About 75–90 min	About 85–100 min
Route	■Shin-Urayasu ↕︎ (JR Keiyo Line, through service) Nishi-Funabashi ↕︎ (JR Musashino Line) ■Higashi-Matsudo ↕︎ (Keisei Narita Sky Access Line) ■Narita Airport	■Shin-Urayasu ↕︎ (JR Keiyo Line) ■Nishi-Funabashi ↕︎ (JR Sobu Line) ■Funabashi (about 7 min walk) ■Keisei-Funabashi ↕︎ (Keisei Main Line) ■Narita Airport

Reference: Ekitan

【Advantages】

• No traffic jams, so travel time is predictable
• Cheaper than the bus

【Disadvantages】

• Difficult to carry luggage
• Takes longer than other transportation options
• Confusing with many train types, such as rapid and limited express services

Taxi

A taxi is another option — you can board from the nearest taxi stand and don’t need to carry your own luggage.

The fare from Shin-Urayasu Station to Narita Airport is approximately ¥23,450 per vehicle. If roads aren’t congested, the travel time is approximately 55 minutes.

You can check the approximate fare using a route search.

Reference: NAVITIME

【Advantages】

• You can board at any time you like
• No need to carry your own luggage

【Disadvantages】

• Expensive
• You need to travel to a taxi stand

NearMe

NearMe is a service provided by our company, NearMe Inc., that picks you up and takes you directly to your destination. Because you share the shuttle with other passengers, it’s cheaper than a taxi.

From Shin-Urayasu Station to Narita Airport, fares start at ¥5,980 per adult, and ¥2,990 per child. If you need to check in luggage, an additional ¥1,000 is charged starting from the second bag.

According to the simulator, the estimated travel time is approximately 50–75 minutes. This can vary depending on the number of passengers sharing the ride and road conditions.

【Advantages】

• Cheaper than a taxi while still going straight to the airport
• You can be picked up from any location you choose
• No need to carry your own luggage

【Disadvantages】

• Reservations must be made by 6:00 PM the day before travel
• May take longer than a taxi if there are more passengers

NearMe Is the Recommended Way to Travel Between Shin-Urayasu and Narita Airport

NearMe is a shared taxi service using large vehicles such as the Toyota HiAce, carrying multiple passengers at once.

You can freely choose your pickup location and enjoy a comfortable door-to-door ride to the airport. It’s more affordable than a taxi, making it a great choice for traveling to Narita Airport.

How to Book NearMe

To use NearMe, you must book by 6:00 PM the day before your ride. Same-day bookings are accepted only if seats are available.

On the official website, enter your pickup location, arrival time, number of passengers, and amount of luggage. A route will be displayed based on your schedule, and after a provisional booking, you’ll receive confirmation of availability within 24 hours.

Detailed vehicle information will be sent to you by 6:00 PM the day before your ride, so be sure to check it.

Benefits of NearMe

NearMe offers the following three key benefits:

• Board from any location you like, at any time you like
• Door-to-door service that’s cheaper than a taxi
• Convenient for late-night and early-morning flights

Let’s look at each in more detail.

Board From Any Location You Like, at Any Time You Like

To get from Shin-Urayasu Station to Narita Airport by bus, you need to travel to a bus stop or nearby station. Buses also run on a limited schedule, making it difficult to align with your flight time. With NearMe, you can book a pickup from any location you like, at any time you like.

Door-to-Door Service That’s Cheaper Than a Taxi

You can travel directly from your hotel or home to the airport with no transfers. On top of that, it costs less than a third of a taxi fare, making it a great deal.

Convenient for Late-Night and Early-Morning Flights

Late-night and early-morning flights can be costly, often requiring a hotel stay the night before or incurring taxi surcharges. NearMe has no surcharges and operates 24 hours a day, making it a great option for late-night and early-morning flights as well.

Summary

Traveling from Shin-Urayasu to Narita Airport is relatively smooth if you take the bus from Maihama Station or Kaihin-Makuhari Station. The fare ranges from ¥1,318 to ¥2,067, and the travel time is about 55–80 minutes.

However, since there’s no direct bus from Shin-Urayasu Station, transfers can be a hassle.

If you want a comfortable trip to Narita Airport, why not try NearMe?

You can be picked up from any location at any time you like, and travel more affordably than by taxi. Be sure to consider it for your next trip or business travel.