Oshiage (Skytree-mae) Station shot to fame with the opening of Tokyo Skytree. The area around the station has flourished thanks to the Skytree, while a short walk away reveals a residential, old-town character.

This article gives a thorough breakdown of how to get from Oshiage to Narita Airport. We’ve also summarized the pros and cons of each public transportation transfer option, so use this as a reference to find the method that suits you best.

Summary of ways to travel from Oshiage to Narita Airport

There are four ways to travel from Oshiage to Narita Airport. Below is a quick summary of fares and features to help you get the full picture.

Transportation (Oshiage Station to Narita Airport Terminal 1)	Fare	Transfers	Travel time	Features
Train	¥1,184 (IC card)	0	About 55 min	・No transfers needed ・Can travel on schedule ・Requires riding a limited express train
Bus	¥1,720	2	About 2 hours	・No direct bus, transfers required ・Affected by traffic congestion ・Highway bus requires reservation
Taxi	From about ¥23,500	0	About 2 hours	・No transfers ・Expensive
NearMe	From ¥5,980/person	0	About 1.5 hours	・Door-to-door travel ・No need to worry about other passengers

Each mode of transportation has its own pros and cons. We’ll go into detail on each below.

Four ways to travel from Oshiage to Narita Airport

There are four ways to travel from Oshiage to Narita Airport.

• Train
• Bus
• Taxi
• NearMe

Let’s take a closer look at the fare and travel time for each.

Traveling from Oshiage to Narita Airport by train

Taking the train is the cheapest option of all the transportation methods introduced here. Since Narita Airport is located in Chiba Prefecture, you’ll need to travel a fairly long distance from Tokyo to Chiba. Because of this, traveling by car or taxi tends to be relatively expensive. Trains, on the other hand, are affordable and make it easy to know your arrival time.

From Oshiage to Narita Airport, you can avoid transfers by using either the “Keisei Narita Sky Access Line Access Limited Express” or the “Keisei Main Line.” The differences between the two are as follows.

【Train fare, travel time, and route】

	Keisei Narita Sky Access Line Access Limited Express	Keisei Main Line
Fare (IC card)	¥1,184	¥989
Travel time (including transfers)	About 55 min	About 1 hour 30 min
Route	◆Oshiage ⇅Direct (Narita Sky Access Line, Access Limited Express) ◆Narita Airport	◆Oshiage ⇅(Keisei Oshiage Line) ◆Aoto ⇅(Keisei Main Line) ◆Narita Airport

*Depending on the situation, a direct connection or transfer may be required.

You can also access the airport via JR, but this ends up being more expensive and takes longer than the Keisei Narita Sky Access Line or Keisei Main Line. Also, despite the name “limited express” sounding like a special train, it operates as a regular train, so no limited express ticket is required, making it reasonably priced.

Here are the pros and cons of using the train.

【Pros and cons of the train】

Pros	・The most affordable of all the transportation options ・Frequent service makes it easy to adjust your timing ・Not affected by traffic conditions
Cons	・Can get crowded depending on the time of day ・Large luggage can be cumbersome

With frequent train service, you can time your travel to arrive at the airport when you want. It’s also not much affected by traffic conditions like congestion.

That said, trains can get crowded depending on the time of day, which can make things difficult if you’re carrying a large suitcase.

This is a great option for those who want to keep costs down and who are traveling light.

Traveling from Oshiage to Narita Airport by bus

You can also get from Oshiage to Narita Airport by bus. Unlike the train, reaching Narita from Oshiage by bus requires a transfer.

【Bus fare, travel time, and route】

Fare	¥1,720
Travel time	About 2 hours or more
Route	◆Oshiage ⇅(Toei Bus) ◆Sumida Park or in front of Tobu Asakusa Station ⇅(Toei Bus) ◆Tokyo Station ⇅(JR Highway Bus, Airport Bus Tokyo-Narita) ◆Narita Airport

After reaching Tokyo Station from Oshiage, you can then take the highway bus. Since a bus transfer is involved, travel time will vary depending on traffic conditions, so treat the time given as an estimate only.

Narita Airport currently has three terminals, each served by different airlines.

Be sure to check which route you’re using and confirm the bus stop where you need to get off.

Terminal	Routes	Airlines
Narita Airport Terminal 1	Domestic & International	ANA, ZIPAIR, Peach, etc.
Narita Airport Terminal 2	Domestic & International	JAL, etc.
Narita Airport Terminal 3	Domestic & International	Jetstar, etc.

*Subject to change depending on weather or airline circumstances. Please be sure to check in advance.

The bus arrives at the terminals in the order of Terminal 1 → Terminal 2 → Terminal 3.

Boarding platforms may change due to construction, so be sure to check the latest information.

	Boarding platform
Narita Airport Terminal 1	Changed from Platform 31 to Platform 7
Narita Airport Terminal 2	Changed from Platforms 2/19 to Platform 6
Narita Airport Terminal 3	Platform 5

*As of late May 2023

【Pros and cons of the bus】

Pros	・You can check in luggage ・Close distance from the drop-off point to the airport ・Highway buses let you reserve a seat ・Frequent service
Cons	・Hard to secure a seat on city buses ・Travel time is uncertain depending on congestion

Highway buses allow you to check large luggage and reserve a seat. With Toei city buses, however, it’s harder to secure a seat, and large luggage is more difficult to bring on board.

Highway buses from Tokyo Station run frequently and are convenient to use, but they’re heavily affected by traffic conditions, so pay close attention to timing.

This is a good option for those with some flexibility in their schedule and who are traveling relatively light.

Traveling from Oshiage to Narita Airport by taxi

A taxi lets you specify “whatever time, wherever you want” and be driven directly there. Since you’ll be traveling alone (or with your own group), you don’t need to worry about other passengers and can travel comfortably even with large luggage.

For a taxi from Oshiage to Narita Airport, you could arrange one from a well-known taxi company, but using an airport taxi’s “flat-rate taxi” service is convenient. Unlike a regular metered fare, this offers a flat rate within the Tokyo zone.

Route used	Via Keiyo Road	Via Shuto Expressway Bayshore Route
Fare	¥23,500	¥23,500

*Sumida Ward area

Reservations must be made by the day before. Note that late-night surcharges and actual highway toll costs may apply, which could make the total higher than the amount above in some cases.

【Pros and cons】

Pros	・Flexible timing ・Can travel even late at night or early morning ・No need to worry about other passengers ・Luggage can be stored in the trunk ・Door-to-door travel
Cons	・Highway tolls are expensive ・Difficult for large groups ・Heavily affected by traffic conditions

Being able to travel without worrying about time or other passengers is a major advantage. Large luggage can also be stored in the trunk, reducing the burden of carrying it.

However, since the trip from Tokyo to Chiba typically requires using the highway, this ends up being the most expensive option of all. Also, for large groups, you may need to arrange two vehicles, which can make the cost even higher.

This is a recommended option for smaller groups who want to minimize the hassle.

Traveling from Oshiage to Narita Airport with NearMe

Similar to a taxi, NearMe is another travel option. NearMe is a taxi ride-sharing service provided by NearMe, Inc., using large vans that allow shared rides for up to 9 passengers.

【NearMe fare and travel time】

Adult fare	From ¥5,980
Child fare	From ¥2,990 Child (ages 6-11) Junior seat (ages 4-5) Child seat (ages 0-3) *Free for children on a parent’s lap
Suitcase fee	First one free per person, ¥1,000 for each additional one
Travel time	About 1 hour to 1 hour 30 min

For groups of 3 or more, a group discount also applies, taking ¥1,500 off. The larger the group—such as a family—the lower the cost per person.

*10% off the fare for first-time riders

Pros	・About a quarter of the cost of a taxi ・Door-to-door, so no need to carry luggage on foot ・Can travel any time of day (including late night/early morning) without worry ・Online payment means smooth drop-off
Cons	・Travel time varies depending on traffic conditions ・Service area is limited *Since Tokyo’s 23 wards are within the service area, Oshiage is covered

NearMe’s fare doesn’t change even if the highway is used, and it costs about a quarter of what a taxi would. It also offers door-to-door service, letting you specify any location you like. Additionally, you can check one bag for free.

This is a recommended option for families and larger groups looking to reduce the burden of travel. You can easily book NearMe through the official website.

3 reasons NearMe is recommended

We’ve introduced four transportation options so far. For getting from Oshiage to Narita Airport, we recommend NearMe. Here’s why.

Door-to-door travel with no transfers

When using the airport, you’re almost always carrying large luggage. Because of this, getting to the station or bus stop, as well as handling your luggage on board, can be a real burden. Being able to depart right from your doorstep is a huge advantage. You can save your energy and focus on enjoying your trip instead.

No hassle with payment

Public transportation requires having cash or an IC card ready. With taxis too, it’s fine if you can pay by card, but if it’s cash-only, you need to be careful not to run short. NearMe, on the other hand, has a flat rate that can be paid online in advance. Even if you arrive at the airport right at the last minute, you won’t need to spend time on payment when getting out of the vehicle.

Great value when traveling with multiple people

Since NearMe uses a large van, it’s well-suited for groups. There’s also a discount for groups of 3 or more, making it ideal for larger groups. What’s more, each passenger has their own secured seat, so you can travel in a spacious environment without worrying about being packed in like a crowded train.

Summary

We’ve introduced four ways to travel from Oshiage to Narita Airport.

Every option has its pros and cons. Choose the method that best fits your situation.

NearMe offers an affordable yet comfortable way to travel. With AI suggesting the optimal route and professional drivers behind the wheel, you can use it with peace of mind. Be sure to consider it as one of your transportation options going forward.