The Shinagawa area is packed with attractions, from the Shinagawa Aquarium to the Museum of Maritime Science. It’s also a stop on the Tokaido Shinkansen and offers convenient access to central Tokyo, making it a popular base for sightseeing.

This article compares transportation options from Shinagawa to Narita Airport based on fare, travel time, and number of transfers. We’ll also introduce our recommended way to travel, so be sure to check it out.

Comparison table: getting from Shinagawa Station to Narita Airport

There are many ways to get from Shinagawa Station to Narita Airport. Here’s a breakdown of the differences in fare, travel time, and more.

Transportation	Fare (per person)	Travel time	Transfers	Best for
Narita Express	¥3,248	About 65–80 min	None	・Getting there fast ・Guaranteed seating
Keikyu Airport Limited Express / Keisei Access Express	¥1,532	About 80–90 min	None	・No transfers wanted ・Keeping costs down
Keisei Skyliner	¥2,765	About 75–90 min	1	・Wanting frequent departures
Keisei Main Line	¥1,250	About 100–120 min	1–2	・Cutting costs as much as possible
Tokyo Station–Narita Airport bus	¥1,478	About 70–80 min	1	・Guaranteed seating ・Keeping costs down
Taxi	¥25,000 per vehicle + toll fees	About 70 min	None	・Lots of luggage ・Wanting private space
NearMe	From ¥5,980	About 70–110 min	None	・Lots of luggage ・Cheaper than a taxi

How to get from Shinagawa Station to Narita Airport

We’ll cover the following four ways to travel:

1. Train
2. Bus
3. Taxi
4. NearMe

Let’s look at each in detail.

1. Train

There are mainly four ways to travel from Shinagawa Station to Narita Airport by train. Here’s a comparison of fares and travel times:

Type	Fare (IC card)	Travel time (incl. transfers)	Transfers	Features
Narita Express	¥3,248	About 65–80 min	None	Fastest access; seat guaranteed
Keikyu Airport Limited Express / Keisei Access Express	¥1,532	About 80–90 min	None	Direct, but no limited express surcharge
Keisei Skyliner	¥2,765	About 75–90 min	1	Frequent daily departures; seat guaranteed
Keisei Main Line	¥1,250	About 100–120 min	1–2	Cheapest option

Reference: Jorudan Transit Guide

[Direct] Narita Express

The Narita Express is a limited express train that runs directly from Shinagawa Station to Narita Airport. Operated by JR, it stops only at major stations such as Yokohama, Shinagawa, and Tokyo, allowing for a quick trip to the airport.

Segment	Fare (IC card)	Travel time
Shinagawa Station–Narita Airport Station	¥3,248 total (¥1,518 base fare + ¥1,730 limited express fee)	About 65–80 min

While a limited express fee applies, the benefits include a guaranteed seat and a fast, direct trip to the airport.

[Direct] Keikyu Main Line Airport Limited Express / Keisei Narita Airport Line Access Express

Another way to travel directly from Shinagawa Station to Narita Airport is via the Keikyu Main Line Airport Limited Express and Keisei Narita Airport Line Access Express. This route runs from Shinagawa Station through the Keikyu Line and Toei Asakusa Line, connecting to the Keisei Line without needing to transfer.

On the Keikyu Line and Toei Asakusa Line, this service is called the “Airport Limited Express”; on the Keisei Line, it’s called the “Access Express.”

Segment	Fare (IC card)	Travel time
Shinagawa Station–Narita Airport Station (direct, via Sengakuji, Oshiage, etc.)	¥1,532	About 80–90 min

The major benefit is that it’s a direct ride from Shinagawa Station without requiring a limited express fee. However, since there are many train type names involved, it can be confusing, so pay close attention when boarding.

[Transfer at Nippori] Keisei Skyliner

For those who want to keep costs down while still reaching Narita Airport quickly, the Keisei Skyliner is a great option. It’s a limited express train that reaches Narita Airport in as little as 36 minutes from Keisei-Ueno or Keisei-Nippori Station.

Segment	Fare (IC card)	Travel time
Shinagawa Station–Nippori Station (JR)	¥208	About 25 min
Keisei-Nippori Station–Narita Airport Station	¥2,257 total (¥1,257 base fare + ¥1,300 limited express fee)	About 36–45 min

While a transfer is required, it’s cheaper than the Narita Express, and you can secure a seat from Nippori onward. It runs roughly every 20 minutes with frequent daily departures, so you can travel comfortably at a time that suits you.

[Transfer at Nippori] Keisei Main Line

For those who want to travel as cheaply as possible, the Keisei Main Line is recommended. This line connects Keisei-Ueno Station to Narita Airport and is characterized by having many stops. Taking a rapid or limited express train instead of a local one can shorten the travel time.

Segment	Fare (IC card)	Travel time
Shinagawa Station–Nippori Station (JR)	¥208	About 25 min
Keisei-Nippori Station–Narita Airport Station	¥1,042	About 75–90 min

The downsides are the longer travel time and the fact that the number of transfers can increase depending on the type of train.

2. Bus

A bus, which lets you sit down for the entire ride to the airport once you board, is another option. There are mainly three routes.

Here’s a comparison of each route from Shinagawa to Narita Airport:

Type	Fare	Travel time (incl. transfers)	Transfers	Features
Tokyo Station–Narita Airport service	¥1,478	About 70–80 min	1	No reservation needed
Shinagawa area–Narita Airport service	¥3,200	About 80–100 min	None	Narita Airport departures only
Osaki Station–Narita Airport service	¥1,446	About 88–100 min	1	Cheapest bus option; currently suspended

Let’s look at each in detail.

Tokyo Station–Narita Airport service

Airport Bus Tokyo-Narita offers low-cost access to the airport. Buses to Narita Airport depart from Tokyo Station and Ginza Station without requiring a reservation. With departures every 10–20 minutes and a high frequency of service, it’s easy to catch the next bus even if one is full.

Segment	Fare	Travel time
Shinagawa Station–Tokyo Station (JR)	¥178 (IC card)	About 10 min
Tokyo Station–Narita Airport Terminal 1	¥1,300	About 60–70 min

Reference: Airport Bus Tokyo-Narita, Jorudan Transit Guide

The bus terminal is located in front of the Yaesu South Exit of Tokyo Station, with boarding at platforms 7 and 8. If you’d like to pay with cash, purchase your ticket at the JR Highway Bus ticket counter before heading to the bus stop. If you’re using a transit IC card, you pay when boarding.

For trips departing from Narita Airport, purchase your ticket at the bus ticket counter at the airport.

Shinagawa area–Narita Airport service

Direct service from the Shinagawa Station area to Narita Airport is currently suspended. Note that only limousine buses departing from Narita Airport are currently running.

Segment	Fare	Travel time
Narita Airport Terminal 1–Shinagawa Prince Hotel	¥3,200	About 80–100 min

Reference: Airport Transport Service

The bus does not stop at Shinagawa Station itself, but stops at the following hotels near Shinagawa Station:

1. Tokyo Marriott Hotel
2. Shinagawa Prince Hotel ※Closest to Shinagawa Station
3. The Prince Sakura Tower Tokyo
4. Grand Prince Hotel Takanawa
5. Grand Prince Hotel New Takanawa
6. Sheraton Miyako Hotel Tokyo
7. The Westin Tokyo

You can make a reservation in advance on the Airport Transport Service website, or board without a reservation if seats are available.

Osaki Station–Narita Airport service

We’ll also introduce the Narita Shuttle, which departs from Osaki Station, one stop from Shinagawa Station. This service is currently suspended, so please check the official Narita Shuttle website for the latest information.

Segment	Fare	Travel time
Shinagawa Station–Osaki Station (JR)	¥146 (IC card)	About 3 min
Osaki Station–Narita Airport Terminal 1	¥1,300 (¥1,000 with reservation 24 hours before departure)	About 85–95 min

Reference: Narita Shuttle

The bus terminal is at the new west exit of Osaki Station, with boarding at platforms 1 through 3.

Reservations are required in advance, and booking at least 24 hours before departure gets you a ¥300 discount. Between 24 hours and 20 minutes before departure, the fare is ¥1,300.

For trips departing from Narita Airport, you can make a reservation in advance and also purchase tickets at the bus ticket counter at Narita Airport.

3. Taxi

Here we introduce fixed-fare taxis, where the fare is set in advance based on your departure location. Fixed fares are set for trips between the 23 wards of Tokyo, Mitaka City, Musashino City, and Narita Airport, and are often cheaper than the standard metered fare.

The estimated fare from Shinagawa Station to Narita Airport is about ¥27,430 per vehicle.

【Breakdown】 Fixed fare: ¥25,000 (Minato Ward–Narita Airport Terminal 1) Toll fees: ¥2,430 (ETC toll when using the Shutoko Bayshore Route)

The estimated travel time when roads are not congested is about 70 minutes.

Reference: Tokyo Hire-Taxi Association, NAVITIME

Exact fares and advance reservation deadlines vary by taxi company, so please check in advance.

4. NearMe

NearMe is a service provided by us, NearMe Inc., that picks you up and takes you to your destination. By sharing a ride with other passengers, you can use the service at a lower cost than a taxi. From Shinagawa Station to Narita Airport, fares start at ¥5,980 per adult and ¥2,990 per child. The first checked bag is free, with an additional ¥1,000 charge per bag from the second one onward.

The estimated travel time based on our simulator is about 70–110 minutes. This may vary depending on the number of passengers sharing the ride and road conditions.

NearMe is the recommended way to travel from Shinagawa to Narita Airport

NearMe is a shared taxi service using large vehicles such as the Alphard and Hiace.

Since it takes you directly from home to the airport without any transfers, it’s a great option when you have a lot of luggage or are traveling with family.

How to book NearMe

You can book through the official website up until 6 PM the day before your ride. Same-day bookings are also accepted if seats are available.

Enter your departure location, arrival time, number of passengers, and number of bags, and the fare and travel time will be displayed for you to check.

Once you select your preferred ride and complete a provisional reservation, you’ll find out within 24 hours whether the vehicle can be arranged.

Since payment is made online in advance, there’s no need to pay on the day of your trip. You can also earn miles with JAL, ANA, and StarFlyer.

Benefits of NearMe

NearMe offers the following three benefits:

• Door-to-door service at a better price than a taxi
• Book from any location at any time you like
• Easy to use for late-night and early-morning flights

Door-to-door service at a better price than a taxi

Depending on the route, traveling from Shinagawa Station by train or bus may require a transfer. A taxi eliminates the need for transfers, but comes at a higher cost.

With NearMe, you can travel without transfers at less than a quarter of the cost of a taxi.

Book from any location at any time you like

Train and bus schedules are limited in frequency, which can restrict your options. With NearMe, you can book a ride from any location at any time you like. It’s ideal not just from home, but also from your hotel or workplace.

Easy to use for late-night and early-morning flights

Late-night and early-morning flights often require staying overnight near the airport in advance, and taxis may charge late-night surcharges, adding to the cost. NearMe has no surcharges and is available 24 hours a day, making it a great choice for late-night and early-morning flights too.

Summary

There are many ways to get from Shinagawa to Narita Airport, including trains, buses, and taxis. If you want to keep costs down, options like the Keikyu Airport Limited Express, the Keisei Main Line, or the bus from Tokyo Station are also worth considering.

However, carrying heavy luggage while transferring or traveling to the station can be a hassle. That’s where NearMe comes in, offering a comfortable ride from your home or hotel straight to the airport. With fares kept to less than a quarter of a taxi’s cost, be sure to consider it for your next trip to the airport.