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Bus from Ichinoe to Haneda Airport Explained: Other Transport Options and Recommendations

Bus from Ichinoe to Haneda Airport Explained: Other Transport Options and Recommendations
Haneda Airport Airport Access

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Ichinoe is a quiet residential area surrounded by the Arakawa and Shin-Nakagawa rivers. Served by the Toei Shinjuku Line, it offers convenient access to Shinjuku and Otemachi stations in about 30 minutes. This article explains the bus options for getting from Ichinoe to Haneda Airport. We’ll also compare fares and travel times with other modes of transport, so if you’re unsure which option to use, be sure to check it out.

How to Get from Ichinoe to Haneda Airport by Bus

You can reach Haneda Airport from Ichinoe Station via the limousine bus departing from Kameari and Koiwa Stations, via Kasai Station. No transfers are needed, and once you board, you don’t have to carry your luggage around, which is convenient. The bus to Haneda Airport is jointly operated by the following bus companies.

  • Keisei Bus
  • Tokyo Airport Transport

Let’s take a closer look at the fare, travel time, and whether reservations are available.

Fare and Reservations

The limousine bus fare from Ichinoe Station to Haneda Airport is as follows.

Fare
Adult (one way)¥1,100
Child (one way)¥550

Reference: Tokyo Airport TransportReservations are not available for the route heading to Haneda Airport, so boarding is first-come, first-served. Since the bus originates at Kameari and Koiwa Stations, whether you can secure a seat depends on how crowded it is, but by the time it reaches Ichinoe Station there is often still room.

However, if all seats are taken you won’t be able to board, so it’s wise to arrive with enough buffer time that missing one or two buses isn’t a problem. During holidays and summer vacation periods, it’s also reassuring to plan to catch a bus a few departures earlier than needed. Fares are paid in cash or with a transit IC card when boarding the bus.

Travel Time and Timetable

The travel time from Ichinoe Station to Haneda Airport is approximately 30 to 60 minutes. Buses run every 10 to 15 minutes until 9 a.m., and every 20 to 30 minutes after that. Since the route is often congested between 6 and 10 a.m., expect the trip to take at least 40 minutes even at its fastest. For detailed operating hours, please check the Tokyo Airport Transport timetable. The limousine bus operates on the following route.

  1. Kameari Station
  2. Koiwa Station
  3. Ichinoe Station
  4. Kasai Station
  5. Haneda Airport T2
  6. Haneda Airport T1
  7. Haneda Airport T3

Reference: Tokyo Airport Transport

Bus Stop

Source: Keisei Bus

The bus stop is stop No. 10, located along Kanana Nana-dori (Loop Road 7). It’s on the way toward Funabori Station after exiting Ichinoe Station’s East Exit. Note that this is in the opposite direction from the bus rotary at Ichinoe Station.

How to Get from Haneda Airport to Ichinoe by Bus

Next, let’s look at the bus route from Haneda Airport to Ichinoe Station.

Fare and Reservations

The limousine bus fare from Haneda Airport to Ichinoe Station is as follows.

Fare
Adult (one way)¥1,100
Child (one way)¥550

Reference: Tokyo Airport Transport

Buses departing from Haneda Airport can be reserved in advance. If booking via the limousine bus reservation site, you can make a reservation up to one month before your travel date. Pay by credit card on the site, and present the boarding QR code on the day. You can also board without a reservation if seats are available on the day. Purchase your ticket at the ticket machines or bus ticket counter in the arrival lobby. Cash, transit IC cards, and credit cards are all accepted.

Travel Time and Timetable

The travel time from Haneda Airport to Ichinoe Station is approximately 30 to 60 minutes. Buses run every 30 minutes to an hour until around 6 p.m., and roughly every 20 minutes after 7 p.m. For details, please check the Tokyo Airport Transport timetable. The limousine bus operates on the following route.

  1. Haneda Airport T3
  2. Haneda Airport T2
  3. Haneda Airport T1
  4. Kasai Station
  5. Ichinoe Station
  6. Koiwa Station
  7. Kameari Station

Reference: Tokyo Airport Transport

Bus Stop

The bus stops at each Haneda Airport terminal are as follows.

TerminalBus Stop
T11F, Stop 5
T21F, Stop 6
T31F, Stop 5

Reference: Haneda Airport Official Website

Comparing Other Transport Options Between Ichinoe and Haneda Airport

We’ve introduced how to get from Ichinoe Station to Haneda Airport by bus. You may be wondering how the fare and travel time compare with other modes of transport. In this section, we’ll introduce train, taxi, and NearMe options besides the bus. Here’s a comparison table of each transport option.

Transport OptionFare (per person)Travel Time
Limousine Bus¥1,100Approx. 30–60 min
Train Toei Shinjuku Line + Toei Asakusa Line + Keikyu Line (Ichinoe Station → Haneda Airport Terminal 1/2 Station)¥608Approx. 60–75 min
Taxi¥8,200 per vehicle + expressway tollsApprox. 30 min
NearMeFrom ¥2,980Approx. 30–60 min

Let’s take a closer look at the fare, travel time, and benefits of each option.

Train

If you head from Ichinoe Station to Haneda Airport by train, you can get there with just one transfer. You can transfer from Bakuro-yokoyama Station to Higashi-nihombashi Station on foot in about 5 to 10 minutes. From Higashi-nihombashi, trains run through-service via the Keikyu Line directly to Haneda Airport. Since delays from traffic congestion are minimal, this is a mode of transport where arrival times are easy to predict.

Ichinoe ⇔ Haneda Airport Terminal 1
Fare (IC card)¥608
Travel time (including transfer)Approx. 60–75 min
Route■Ichinoe
↕︎ (Toei Shinjuku Line)
■Bakuro-yokoyama (transfer on foot)
■Higashi-nihombashi
↕︎ (Toei Asakusa Line) Sengakuji (through service)
↕︎ (Keikyu Line)
■Haneda Airport Terminal 1/2

Reference: Jorudan Transit Guide

Pros:

  • Costs roughly half the price of the bus
  • Easy to predict timing
  • Frequent service

Cons:

  • Takes at least 60 minutes
  • May not get a seat during busy times
  • Must carry your luggage while transferring

Taxi

From within Tokyo to Haneda Airport, there are fixed-rate taxis available at a set fare depending on your departure point. In most cases this works out cheaper than a metered fare, so we’ll use the fixed-rate taxi as an example here. Unlike a regular taxi, note that a reservation is required at least one hour before boarding when heading to Haneda Airport. The approximate fare from Ichinoe Station to Haneda Airport is about ¥9,000 per vehicle. If the roads aren’t congested, you’ll arrive in about 30 minutes.

Breakdown: Fixed fare: ¥8,200 (Edogawa Ward to Haneda Airport Terminal 1) Expressway toll: ¥880 (when using ETC on the Shuto Expressway)

Reference: Tokyo Hire-Taxi Association, NAVITIME

Pros:

  • Fast travel time
  • You can choose your own schedule freely
  • Easy to travel even with a lot of luggage

Cons:

  • Expensive
  • A reservation is required for fixed-rate airport service
  • With a regular taxi, dispatch can take time

NearMe

NearMe is a service provided by us, NearMe Inc., that picks you up and takes you to your destination. By sharing a single shuttle with multiple passengers, the fare is lower than a taxi. From Edogawa Ward, where Ichinoe Station is located, to Haneda Airport, the fare starts from ¥2,980 per person. For children, it starts from ¥1,490 per person, and lap-held infants ride free.

Additionally, when three or more people travel together, a ¥500 per-person discount applies. Travel time varies depending on the number of shared passengers and road conditions, arriving in approximately 30 to 60 minutes. Checked luggage is also free for one bag per person. An additional ¥1,000 fee applies for each bag beyond the first, so please check the simulator for pricing based on your pickup location and amount of luggage.

Pros:

  • Choose your own location and time
  • Cheaper than a taxi
  • No hassle of transferring

Cons:

  • Additional fee for a second checked bag onward
  • Reservation required by 6 p.m. the day before

While traveling by bus is convenient, it does have downsides, such as delays due to traffic congestion and limited service frequency.

  • Want to head to the airport comfortably without transfers
  • Want to be picked up from anywhere at any time you like

If this sounds like you, we recommend the shared-ride taxi service NearMe. You can use it from any location at any time you like, with door-to-door access to the airport.

How to Book NearMe

NearMe requires booking by 6 p.m. the day before your trip. Enter the following information on the official website.

  • Pickup and destination locations
  • Flight name or arrival time
  • Number of passengers, etc.

Once a shuttle matching your desired time is shown, make a provisional booking. Within 24 hours of your provisional booking, you’ll be notified whether a vehicle is available. During busy periods, dispatch can sometimes be difficult, so it’s best to book early. Same-day bookings are also accepted if seats are available. By 6 p.m. the day before your ride, you’ll receive your pickup location and vehicle information, so be sure to check it.

Benefits of NearMe

Here are four benefits of using NearMe.

  • Choose your pickup location freely
  • Small-group service for peace of mind
  • Easy to use late at night or early in the morning
  • Smooth boarding and payment with online checkout

Choose Your Pickup Location Freely

When heading to the airport, you can freely choose your pickup location; when heading to your destination, you can freely choose your drop-off location. Since you can specify your home, hotel, or workplace, door-to-door travel is possible. There’s no need to head to a bus stop or station platform like with trains or limousine buses.

Small-Group Service for Peace of Mind

NearMe operates with a small-group capacity of up to 9 passengers. Since it’s fully reservation-based, you’re guaranteed a seat and plenty of space. It’s also ideal for families with children or group trips.

Easy to Use Late at Night or Early in the Morning

Buses and trains may not run late at night or early in the morning, and taxis may come with surcharges during those hours, making it hard to access the airport depending on your flight time. NearMe is available 24 hours a day, so there’s no need to stay overnight near the airport beforehand. You can head to the airport at whatever time suits your flight.

Smooth Boarding and Payment with Online Checkout

With NearMe, payment is completed online at the time of booking. This means there’s no need to rush to pay on the day of travel. You can also earn miles with partner airlines such as ANA, JAL, and Starflyer.

Summary

You can access Haneda Airport from Ichinoe by limousine bus. The one-way fare is ¥1,100, and the trip takes approximately 30 to 60 minutes. While the frequent service is convenient, there are also drawbacks, such as the trek to the bus stop and the unpredictable timing since reservations aren’t available. If you’d like to head to the airport door-to-door from home, why not try NearMe? With its fully reservation-based system, you can board from anywhere you like, saving you the hassle of carrying your luggage around. Be sure to give it a try.

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